How are old magazines recycled into coasters?

Recycled magazine coasters

1. Tear out 6 magazine pages.
2. Fold each strip in half lengthwise.
3. To start weaving, interlock two strips.
4. Add another strip that wraps around the outside of the horizontal bottom strip.
5. Continue weaving.
6. When the coaster has 6 horizontal and 6 vertical strips, it’s time to finish the edges.

How do you make paper coasters waterproof?

You’re going to want to coat the image and coaster with at least three coats of Mod Podge, allowing it to dry for 15 minutes (or until clear) between coats. Once the final coat has dried, spray all of the coasters with a clear acrylic gloss spray, which ensures that they’re waterproof/drink proof.

Can you make coasters out of paper?

I sanded it off so that the paper and Mod Podge would stick better. If you use wood, do the same. Trace your coasters with the pencil directly onto the paper and cut just inside the line. Add a medium layer of Mod Podge to the coaster and then lay the paper down and smooth, smooth, smooth.

Can you use CDs as coasters?

For each coaster, cut a 3-inch circle from the felt. When primer is dry, hot glue the felt circles to the bottom of the Cds. To the top of the CD add a coat of Mod Podge. Gently press the fabric circle onto the coated CD and press out any wrinkles or creases.

How do you make coasters out of old CDs?

What You Need To Make DIY Coasters

1. Mod Podge Glue.
2. 1 Paintbrush and 1 soft or foam glue brush.
3. Clear acrylic paint varnish (sealant)
4. Old CD/DVD discs (one for each coaster)
5. White Acrylic Paint.
6. Fabric.
7. Felt (stick it felt sheets are great for this)
8. Scrap of White card.

How do you seal homemade coasters?

Apply 2 coats of a clear spray sealer to the coasters to seal and waterproof them. Make sure to do this in a well ventilated area. Spray the top, sides, and bottom side. Let the sealer dry for 20 minutes or so.

What do you seal coasters with?

What do you put on the bottom of coasters?

As a final touch, attach felt squares to the bottom of your coasters with glue or double sided tape. Some craft stores even sell adhesive-backed felt which makes it super easy. You could also use cork-board instead of felt.