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:
- 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.
Step 2- Paint!
Using a small paint brush, I carefully painted the design in my desired colors.
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)
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.
And then…
…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 | DIY
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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These look absolutely beautiful.. The bright fresh colors look so good.
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!
Your talent never ceases to amaze me!!! Love these and your frugalness! 🙂
so creative 🙂 i love how it turned out! great job! 🙂
Those are great – love them even more than the original Anthro ones!
$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.
These are great, and they look even better than the inspiration pieces!
Amazing! Love Love!
I love these! Great job! =)
I love these! And who can beat the price! ~Jeanette
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
These look identical to the originals, only I like your colors better! Great knock off project, especially for free…we love free! XO XO
These are freaking awesome! Obsessed!! Pinning now!
xo, amy
Abby these are amazing! I totally love the colors and lines- and $0 is perfect! Great job rocking your knockoff!!
Well played Abby! That’s a totally awesome Anthro hack! Your coasters are even more cool than theirs! Boom!
These. Are. Fabulous. Love them!
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
Your version looks even better than the original. I love the bright colors and modern pattern. Your $0 price tag is exactly my speed!
Oh Abby! Love love love YOUR coasters. Even better than Anthros. How fun are you??? Love the price, too.
Pinned 🙂
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.
Abby, these are amazing! You rocked this knock off. I do like yours better than Anthropologie’s and you can’t beat the price. 🙂
These are so fun, Abby!!! Love the fun colors you picked!
So cute, Abby! Love em!
I think you need to make me a set of these! I LOVE them!!!
Awww, thank you Renee! They were fun and surprisingly easy!! Hope you’re having a wonderful weekend!
~Abby =)
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!
Ooh those coasters sound beautiful! Thanks so much for your sweet words, Renee!
~Abby =)
Love those Abby!! GREAT knock off!! And I love the colors!!
Have a great weekend!!
xo
Nancy
Thank you so much, friend! It was a fun one! Hope you’re having a wonderful weekend!
~Abby =)
These are so awesome absolutely love them and want them sooo bad!! You did a fantastic job 🙂
Thank you so much, Dria! It has been fun being on this tour with you! Have a wonderful weekend!
~Abby =)
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
Thanks so much, Beth Anne! Hope you’re having a wonderful weekend! Give that sweet little Holden a hug from us!
~Abby =)
These are so fabulous Abby! Love them!
Apparently I’m terribly behind on answering comments! Thank you so much, Krista! You are the sweetest! Have a great week!
~Abby =)
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.
Thanks so much for the link, Alyssa! I’m honored! Have a wonderful week!
~Abby =)
Love these coasters! You can’t beat the $0.
Thanks so much, Carmody! $0 is my favorite price! 😀 Have a great week!
~Abby =)