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Easy-Peasy DIY Rope Coasters

Easy-Peasy DIY Rope Coasters - Outdoor/Indoor Use.As we enter into the hottest weeks of the summer here in Ottawa, I am finding myself spending more of my evenings in our backyard, enjoying a bbq or two with hubby, sipping on some cold drinks, and taking in the beautiful, balmy weather. It’s been so wonderful to have a usable outdoor living room and be able to kick back and relax on our refreshed patio set.

If you saw my recent post, “Our Patio in Progress: 5 Takeaways for Your Home” (to see it, click here) you may have noticed these black and white coasters:

With just a few bright pops of colour using accessories, you can transform a space from boring to cheerful and inviting. It only takes a few details to make the difference. // aprettyfix.com

Ever since I had my eye on refreshing our patio set, I knew I wanted to make some outdoor coasters. As someone with a bit of a ‘coaster craft’ obsession (check out my painted cork coaster tutorial here), it seemed a natural way for me to begin personalizing this space. These coasters were easy and fun to make and required few materials – my kind of craft project 😉

To make your own version of these easy-peasy DIY rope coasters, you will need the following materials:

Materials Needed for Easy-Peasy DIY Rope Coasters - Outdoor/Indoor Use.

  • Rope (found mine at Dollarama)
  • Hot glue gun
  • Scissors (not pictured)
  • Fabric spray sealer (not pictured)

That’s it! However, for an alternative version of these coasters that include an even sturdier, solid bottom you will need the following as well:

  • Cork coasters (thin and round)
  • Acrylic paint + artist’s paintbrush
  • Acrylic spray sealer (not pictured)

Both versions start out exactly the same way:

Step 1: Take the end of your rope, add a bit of glue along the side (about an inch to start) and begin to coil the center of your coaster:

Easy-Peasy DIY Rope Coasters - Outdoor/Indoor Use.

Continue the process of adding glue along the side of the rope, coiling as you go, making sure to hold the coiled rope together for a few seconds to let the glue dry before moving onto the next section of rope.

Tip: To ensure the coaster turns out flat, it is easiest if you keep the coaster on a flat surface, slowly spinning it as you secure the rope around the edge. Every so often, you can take your coiled coaster and place it perpendicular to the surface to see if it is flat.

Easy-Peasy DIY Rope Coasters - Outdoor/Indoor Use.

Continue the above steps.

Easy-Peasy DIY Rope Coasters - Outdoor/Indoor Use.

Easy-Peasy DIY Rope Coasters - Outdoor/Indoor Use.

When you are satisfied with the size of it, then simply cut the end off on an angle so that the last bit does not bulge out. Glue the end to the side of the coaster.

Easy-Peasy DIY Rope Coasters - Outdoor/Indoor Use.

Tip: In order to prevent the edge from fraying, add a bit of hot glue to it. This will harden and thus prevent any fraying.

Easy-Peasy DIY Rope Coasters - Outdoor/Indoor Use.

Step 2: Take your fabric spray sealer and spray both sides of your coaster.

Easy-Peasy DIY Rope Coasters - Outdoor/Indoor Use.

This prevents any staining of your beautifully hand-crafted coasters. No need to let a little wine spillage ruin a perfectly good coaster!

Optional Version:

Now, if you’d like a sturdier bottom to your coaster or if you are a little more – ahem – accident-prone, like I am, you may wish to affix some cork to the bottom of your crafty little rope coaster for added absorbency.

If that’s you, then you can complete your coaster project with these next steps:

Step 3: Paint the bottoms and sides of your cork coasters. Let dry. Acrylic is a fast-drying medium – about 20 minutes or so, depending on how much paint you’ve used.

Easy-Peasy DIY Rope Coasters - Outdoor/Indoor Use.

Easy-Peasy DIY Rope Coasters - Outdoor/Indoor Use.

Step 4: When the paint has dried, spray the coasters with an acrylic paint sealer. Let dry according to the instructions on the can.

Easy-Peasy DIY Rope Coasters - Outdoor/Indoor Use.

Step 5: Glue the cork to the bottom of your rope coasters, ensuring that the painted side is facing out.

Easy-Peasy DIY Rope Coasters - Outdoor/Indoor Use.

Easy-Peasy DIY Rope Coasters - Outdoor/Indoor Use.

Easy-Peasy DIY Rope Coasters - Outdoor/Indoor Use.

Tip: If you know in advance that you prefer this optional version, then make sure when you are creating your rope coasters, that you make them slightly bigger than the cork.

Easy-Peasy DIY Rope Coasters - Outdoor/Indoor Use.

Tip: When choosing your cork, be sure to avoid the really thick cork coasters out there. You simply want to add a bottom piece to your rope coasters and not overpower them.

Whichever version you choose, with or without a cork bottom, these fast and easy DIY rope coasters are a lot of fun to create. They require few materials and very little time. They are a small detail, but one that helps to personalize any space, whether outdoors or in. Make these for your home or as a housewarming gift for friends and family.

Easy-Peasy DIY Rope Coasters - Outdoor/Indoor Use.

rope coastersIf you like your crafts fast and easy, then you’ll love these easy-peasy DIY rope coasters 🙂

 

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12 Comments

  • Reply
    Samara
    August 21, 2015 at 7:48 am

    Okay, these actually look amazing!! I am not a DYIer but just may make these at some point!! 🙂

    • Reply
      Jelica
      August 21, 2015 at 4:54 pm

      Anyone can do these – they are so easy and function so well! Hope you do try them Samara. Would love to see them 🙂

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    Flavia
    August 21, 2015 at 11:32 am

    Oh! I love these! SO easy to make too, imagine the possibilities with all kinds of ropes colors! – Good job Jelica! Pinning now!

    • Reply
      Jelica
      August 21, 2015 at 4:57 pm

      Thanks Flavia! And, yes, I agree with you – the colour schemes are endless with these little rope coasters. You really can’t go wrong with them 🙂

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    Krista
    May 20, 2016 at 6:31 pm

    I saw your link on The No Rules Weekend Blog Party. Those pictures are gorgeous, and the coasters are cute and simple.

    • Reply
      Jelica
      May 20, 2016 at 7:02 pm

      Thanks Krista! They are super simple and the color possibilities are endless. Thanks for stopping by!

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    Sherry Nappa
    May 26, 2016 at 6:30 pm

    Just want to let you know that your project is featured at this week’s Funtastic Friday. The party opens tonight at 9 PM EST.

    • Reply
      Jelica
      May 26, 2016 at 7:10 pm

      Thanks so much for the feature Sherry!

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    Millie
    May 26, 2016 at 9:30 pm

    easy and fun! what a great idea and so easy to personalize! These easy peasy diy rope coasters will be a hit everywhere!

    • Reply
      Jelica
      May 27, 2016 at 1:01 pm

      Thanks Millie! I agree – there are so many possibilities with these little guys 🙂

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    Debrashoppeno5
    July 8, 2016 at 10:25 pm

    This is a fabulous idea. And you can make then in all different colors.

    • Reply
      Jelica
      July 9, 2016 at 10:08 am

      Thanks Debra! The colour possibilities are endless 🙂

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