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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Anam (Delicious and DIY) says
March 19, 2014 at 5:50 amThese look absolutely beautiful.. The bright fresh colors look so good.
Cindy Eikenberg says
March 19, 2014 at 7:08 amHi 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!
Jessi says
March 19, 2014 at 7:34 amYour talent never ceases to amaze me!!! Love these and your frugalness! 🙂
angel says
March 19, 2014 at 7:39 amso creative 🙂 i love how it turned out! great job! 🙂
Kris {Driven by Décor} says
March 19, 2014 at 8:11 amThose are great – love them even more than the original Anthro ones!
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.
Emily @ My Love for Words says
March 19, 2014 at 8:50 amThese are great, and they look even better than the inspiration pieces!
Cindy Trobaugh says
March 19, 2014 at 9:54 amAmazing! Love Love!
Jessica says
March 19, 2014 at 11:28 amI love these! Great job! =)
Jeanette says
March 19, 2014 at 11:45 amI love these! And who can beat the price! ~Jeanette
stephanie says
March 19, 2014 at 1:02 pmHi 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
[email protected] of a Serial Do-it-Yourselfer says
March 19, 2014 at 3:27 pmThese look identical to the originals, only I like your colors better! Great knock off project, especially for free…we love free! XO XO
[email protected] says
March 19, 2014 at 4:23 pmThese are freaking awesome! Obsessed!! Pinning now!
xo, amy
Jen @ Girl in the Garage says
March 19, 2014 at 4:59 pmAbby these are amazing! I totally love the colors and lines- and $0 is perfect! Great job rocking your knockoff!!
Therese @ Fresh Idea Studio says
March 19, 2014 at 5:05 pmWell played Abby! That’s a totally awesome Anthro hack! Your coasters are even more cool than theirs! Boom!
Emily Maldonado says
March 19, 2014 at 5:23 pmThese. Are. Fabulous. Love them!
Suzanne J Dean says
March 19, 2014 at 6:28 pmYour’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
[email protected] says
March 19, 2014 at 7:30 pmYour version looks even better than the original. I love the bright colors and modern pattern. Your $0 price tag is exactly my speed!
Meegan says
March 19, 2014 at 10:35 pmOh Abby! Love love love YOUR coasters. Even better than Anthros. How fun are you??? Love the price, too.
Pinned 🙂
Tamara Tasse ~ This Mom is a Basket Case says
March 20, 2014 at 12:59 amI 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.
Melissa Linville says
March 20, 2014 at 7:22 amAbby, these are amazing! You rocked this knock off. I do like yours better than Anthropologie’s and you can’t beat the price. 🙂
Selene Galindo says
March 20, 2014 at 8:40 amThese are so fun, Abby!!! Love the fun colors you picked!
Alexis @ Persia Lou says
March 20, 2014 at 4:57 pmSo cute, Abby! Love em!
Renee says
March 20, 2014 at 9:08 pmI think you need to make me a set of these! I LOVE them!!!
justagirlabby says
March 22, 2014 at 8:16 pmAwww, thank you Renee! They were fun and surprisingly easy!! Hope you’re having a wonderful weekend!
~Abby =)
Renee Beaucage says
March 25, 2014 at 9:48 amI’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!
justagirlabby says
March 31, 2014 at 11:26 pmOoh those coasters sound beautiful! Thanks so much for your sweet words, Renee!
~Abby =)
Nancy @ Artsy Chicks Rule says
March 21, 2014 at 9:36 amLove those Abby!! GREAT knock off!! And I love the colors!!
Have a great weekend!!
xo
Nancy
justagirlabby says
March 22, 2014 at 8:15 pmThank you so much, friend! It was a fun one! Hope you’re having a wonderful weekend!
~Abby =)
dria says
March 22, 2014 at 8:36 amThese are so awesome absolutely love them and want them sooo bad!! You did a fantastic job 🙂
justagirlabby says
March 22, 2014 at 8:11 pmThank you so much, Dria! It has been fun being on this tour with you! Have a wonderful weekend!
~Abby =)
Beth Anne says
March 22, 2014 at 9:52 amAbby,
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
justagirlabby says
March 22, 2014 at 8:10 pmThanks so much, Beth Anne! Hope you’re having a wonderful weekend! Give that sweet little Holden a hug from us!
~Abby =)
Krista @the happy housie says
March 25, 2014 at 12:39 pmThese are so fabulous Abby! Love them!
justagirlabby says
March 31, 2014 at 11:22 pmApparently I’m terribly behind on answering comments! Thank you so much, Krista! You are the sweetest! Have a great week!
~Abby =)
Alyssa says
March 27, 2014 at 2:19 pmThese 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.
justagirlabby says
March 31, 2014 at 11:05 pmThanks so much for the link, Alyssa! I’m honored! Have a wonderful week!
~Abby =)
Carmody says
March 28, 2014 at 7:18 pmLove these coasters! You can’t beat the $0.
justagirlabby says
March 31, 2014 at 10:43 pmThanks so much, Carmody! $0 is my favorite price! 😀 Have a great week!
~Abby =)