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March 19, 2014 By Abby Lawson 51 Comments

Anthropologie-Inspired Geometric Coasters

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Anthropologie-Inspired Geometric Coasters at JustAGirlAndHerBlog.com

Have I ever mentioned that I'm one of the cheapest people on the planet? I'm one of the cheapest people on the planet. I think that's one of the reasons I love DIY so much-- I can usually figure out how to get whatever I need in the cheapest way possible. 😀 So when I was clicking through Anthropologie's website and found these sweet little coasters that I just had to have, of course my first thought was "I can totally make those!" And the best part is that I made them with items I already had on hand, so it cost me a grand total of $0. {I told you that I was cheap!}

Here's what I used to make my Anthropologie-inspired coasters:

Supplies for Anthropologie-Inspired Geometric Coasters at JustAGirlAndHerBlog.com

  • Plywood cut into 4" squares and sanded (I'm sure they sell some sort of coaster base somewhere, but I already had plywood, and it took handy hubby about 5 minutes to cut it down for me!)
  • Decoupage
  • Craft Paint (I used leftovers from Monday's Stenciled DIY Art!)
  • Hot Glue Gun
  • Felt
  • Paint Brush
  • Washi Tape (I actually ended up using a roll that is slightly thinner than the one pictured.)
  • Scissors
  • Krylon Matte Finish Protective Spray (not pictured)

Step 1- Tape Off the Design & Decoupage

Using my inspiration picture as my guide, I taped off my design with the washi tape. To make sure I ended up with nice crisp paint lines, I first painted a layer of decoupage over my washi tape design and let it dry to seal the sides of the tape and prevent bleeding.

Anthropologie-Inspired Geometric Coasters at JustAGirlAndHerBlog.com

Step 2- Paint!

Using a small paint brush, I carefully painted the design in my desired colors.

Anthropologie-Inspired Geometric Coasters at JustAGirlAndHerBlog.com

I pulled the washi tape off immediately after I had finished painting and let it dry.

Step 3- Seal It

I wanted to make sure my coasters were sealed so that the design could stand up against any moisture (or two crazy little boys...), so I first sprayed them with a coat of Krylon Matte Finish protective spray. (affiliate link)

Anthropologie-Inspired Geometric Coasters at JustAGirlAndHerBlog.com

I waited a few minutes and then gave the coasters a few more coats of decoupage to make sure they were really sealed.

Step 4- Add Felt Pads

I didn't want my lovely new coasters to scratch up my furniture, so I cut out some little felt squares and hot glued them to the bottom.

Anthropologie-Inspired Geometric Coasters at JustAGirlAndHerBlog.com

And then...

Anthropologie-Inspired Geometric Coasters at JustAGirlAndHerBlog.com

...I had my beautiful Anthro-inspired coasters! And I didn't even have to pay $8 a pop for them! Woo hoo! Take a look at these side-by-sides:

Anthropologie-Inspired Geometric Coasters at JustAGirlAndHerBlog.com

Anthropologie | DIY

Anthropologie-Inspired Geometric Coasters at JustAGirlAndHerBlog.com

Anthropologie | DIY

Pretty close I'd say! And well worth the $48 savings! And I know I'm not the only one who loves a good knock-off! Some of my favorite bloggy friends are sharing their amazing knock-off projects this week, too, so be sure to head over and check them out!

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  1. Anam (Delicious and DIY) says

    March 19, 2014 at 5:50 am

    These look absolutely beautiful.. The bright fresh colors look so good.

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  2. Cindy Eikenberg says

    March 19, 2014 at 7:08 am

    Hi Abby! These coasters are beautiful and look even better than the inspiration! Love! You ladies are most definitely rocking these knock-offs! So much fun - thanks for sharing and pinned! Hope you have a happy Wednesday!

    Reply
  3. Jessi says

    March 19, 2014 at 7:34 am

    Your talent never ceases to amaze me!!! Love these and your frugalness! 🙂

    Reply
  4. angel says

    March 19, 2014 at 7:39 am

    so creative 🙂 i love how it turned out! great job! 🙂

    Reply
  5. Kris {Driven by Décor} says

    March 19, 2014 at 8:11 am

    Those are great - love them even more than the original Anthro ones!

    Reply
  6. Dee Williamson says

    March 19, 2014 at 8:37 am

    $8 dollars is not worth it for one single coaster. I'm pretty cheap too! Any DIY project for free-dollars is my kind of project. I love what you did and I am going to make my own. I've seen other people use the small decorative wooden pieces (like at Lowe's) with the design cut into the wooden blocks, but I don't know how smaller kiddie glasses would sit right on those. Definitely going to try this. Have lots of washi tape for the project too.

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  7. Emily @ My Love for Words says

    March 19, 2014 at 8:50 am

    These are great, and they look even better than the inspiration pieces!

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  8. Cindy Trobaugh says

    March 19, 2014 at 9:54 am

    Amazing! Love Love!

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  9. Jessica says

    March 19, 2014 at 11:28 am

    I love these! Great job! =)

    Reply
  10. Jeanette says

    March 19, 2014 at 11:45 am

    I love these! And who can beat the price! ~Jeanette

    Reply
  11. stephanie says

    March 19, 2014 at 1:02 pm

    Hi abby - i just discovered your blog.. looove your blog design, its totally my style. you have some great stuff here! super cool coasters. i'm a new fan 😉

    Steph

    Reply
  12. [email protected] of a Serial Do-it-Yourselfer says

    March 19, 2014 at 3:27 pm

    These look identical to the originals, only I like your colors better! Great knock off project, especially for free...we love free! XO XO

    Reply
  13. [email protected] says

    March 19, 2014 at 4:23 pm

    These are freaking awesome! Obsessed!! Pinning now!

    xo, amy

    Reply
  14. Jen @ Girl in the Garage says

    March 19, 2014 at 4:59 pm

    Abby these are amazing! I totally love the colors and lines- and $0 is perfect! Great job rocking your knockoff!!

    Reply
  15. Therese @ Fresh Idea Studio says

    March 19, 2014 at 5:05 pm

    Well played Abby! That's a totally awesome Anthro hack! Your coasters are even more cool than theirs! Boom!

    Reply
  16. Emily Maldonado says

    March 19, 2014 at 5:23 pm

    These. Are. Fabulous. Love them!

    Reply
  17. Suzanne J Dean says

    March 19, 2014 at 6:28 pm

    Your's are so much better...they rock! Awesome job!
    I've been faithfully reading your blog but not commenting lately...going thru breast cancer treatments currently and reading blogs is what I get to do in bed while sick. So thank you for keeping me entertained, I appreciate it!

    hugz,
    Suzanne

    Reply
  18. [email protected] says

    March 19, 2014 at 7:30 pm

    Your version looks even better than the original. I love the bright colors and modern pattern. Your $0 price tag is exactly my speed!

    Reply
  19. Meegan says

    March 19, 2014 at 10:35 pm

    Oh Abby! Love love love YOUR coasters. Even better than Anthros. How fun are you??? Love the price, too.
    Pinned 🙂

    Reply
  20. Tamara Tasse ~ This Mom is a Basket Case says

    March 20, 2014 at 12:59 am

    I often wonder how Anthropologie gets away with charging so much. I love seeing all of the "Hacks" everywhere and these are great! I do like your colours more as well.

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  21. Melissa Linville says

    March 20, 2014 at 7:22 am

    Abby, these are amazing! You rocked this knock off. I do like yours better than Anthropologie's and you can't beat the price. 🙂

    Reply
  22. Selene Galindo says

    March 20, 2014 at 8:40 am

    These are so fun, Abby!!! Love the fun colors you picked!

    Reply
  23. Alexis @ Persia Lou says

    March 20, 2014 at 4:57 pm

    So cute, Abby! Love em!

    Reply
  24. Renee says

    March 20, 2014 at 9:08 pm

    I think you need to make me a set of these! I LOVE them!!!

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    • justagirlabby says

      March 22, 2014 at 8:16 pm

      Awww, thank you Renee! They were fun and surprisingly easy!! Hope you're having a wonderful weekend!

      ~Abby =)

      Reply
      • Renee Beaucage says

        March 25, 2014 at 9:48 am

        I'll definitely have to try that some day. I received a beautiful set of coasters from some friends for Christmas that was made with a ceramic base, scrapbook paper and Modge Podge. They're beautiful! These would be so different in comparison because they're made with the wooden base. Very cool! Have a great week Abby!

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        • justagirlabby says

          March 31, 2014 at 11:26 pm

          Ooh those coasters sound beautiful! Thanks so much for your sweet words, Renee!

          ~Abby =)

          Reply
  25. Nancy @ Artsy Chicks Rule says

    March 21, 2014 at 9:36 am

    Love those Abby!! GREAT knock off!! And I love the colors!!
    Have a great weekend!!
    xo
    Nancy

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    • justagirlabby says

      March 22, 2014 at 8:15 pm

      Thank you so much, friend! It was a fun one! Hope you're having a wonderful weekend!

      ~Abby =)

      Reply
  26. dria says

    March 22, 2014 at 8:36 am

    These are so awesome absolutely love them and want them sooo bad!! You did a fantastic job 🙂

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    • justagirlabby says

      March 22, 2014 at 8:11 pm

      Thank you so much, Dria! It has been fun being on this tour with you! Have a wonderful weekend!

      ~Abby =)

      Reply
  27. Beth Anne says

    March 22, 2014 at 9:52 am

    Abby,
    These look so good! Awesome job! I love your tips on how to make sure the paint doesn't bleed too. A DIY dunce like me would not have thought of those little tips to get a clean finish.

    Thanks for sharing!
    Beth Anne

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    • justagirlabby says

      March 22, 2014 at 8:10 pm

      Thanks so much, Beth Anne! Hope you're having a wonderful weekend! Give that sweet little Holden a hug from us!

      ~Abby =)

      Reply
  28. Krista @the happy housie says

    March 25, 2014 at 12:39 pm

    These are so fabulous Abby! Love them!

    Reply
    • justagirlabby says

      March 31, 2014 at 11:22 pm

      Apparently I'm terribly behind on answering comments! Thank you so much, Krista! You are the sweetest! Have a great week!

      ~Abby =)

      Reply
  29. Alyssa says

    March 27, 2014 at 2:19 pm

    These turned out great! Good to know I don't have to buy coasters anymore. I just wanted to let you know that I am linking to this post today if you don't mind.

    Reply
    • justagirlabby says

      March 31, 2014 at 11:05 pm

      Thanks so much for the link, Alyssa! I'm honored! Have a wonderful week!

      ~Abby =)

      Reply
  30. Carmody says

    March 28, 2014 at 7:18 pm

    Love these coasters! You can't beat the $0.

    Reply
    • justagirlabby says

      March 31, 2014 at 10:43 pm

      Thanks so much, Carmody! $0 is my favorite price! 😀 Have a great week!

      ~Abby =)

      Reply

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