Mod Podged tile coasters are easy to make, and because they're so heavy, they feel more expensive than they actually are. When I came across a beat-up (and surely outdated) road atlas in my stash, this idea came together for my sister-in-law Jill.
But these aren't just random pages from the atlas. My brother- and sister-in-law have lived all over the country, so I made four coasters showing the four places they've lived. I thought that was kind of sweet, if I do say so myself.
The tiles are just 3.5" bathroom/kitchen tiles you can get from the hardware store. These were 30-something cents a piece and had a tumbled/textured surface, but most any tiles should work fine.
The tiles are just 3.5" bathroom/kitchen tiles you can get from the hardware store. These were 30-something cents a piece and had a tumbled/textured surface, but most any tiles should work fine.
You can Mod Podge just about any paper (or fabric!) on them: scrapbook paper, pages from an old calendar, photos. If you are using an ink jet print, just be sure to spray it with a water-resistant clear sealer first. You don't want the ink to run!
After Mod Podging onto the tiles (and when all is dry), you must spray with a water-resistant clear sealer again. The one I use is just the house brand from Hobby Lobby, but I'm sure there are others out there. Read the label! You don't want a sweaty drink to ruin your work!
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This is part of my 2011 Handmade Gift Challenge.