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I’m pretty excited, because today I’m joining in on a virtual cocktail party with some of my amazing blogger friends. (Thank you 2 Bees in a Pod for hosting 🙂 )Each of us are inviting you into our homes to share some drinks and spread a little holiday cheer.
You may remember that we just finished up our coffee station in November and it has gotten a lot of use since its reveal. I decided to give it a little twist and use some of it for a hot cocoa bar this winter. Being from Minnesota, we don’t shy away from the cold and snow, but with bitter temperatures comes a lot of hot cocoa drinking, and I thought, why not snazzy it up for the holidays?
To go with all the chocolate-y goodness, I made some white-washed wooden coasters. Obviously these have a very “holiday” feel to them, but you can always add your own twist, no matter the season.
Here’s What You’ll Need to Make Rustic Wood Coasters
- Wooden Coasters (I found a set of 4 at my local craft store for about 65¢ each after applying a coupon).
- Wood Stain (Optional)
- White Paint (Optional)
- Polycrylic
- Vinyl Cutting Machine (Love my Cricut!)
- Contact Paper
- Red Acrylic Paint (Or whatever color you prefer)
- Sponge Brush
- Small Round Sponge Brush
- Cork Pads
Directions: How to Make Farmhouse Style Coasters
I wanted a darker color to the wood that would be underneath the white-wash, so I decided to stain mine. When applying stain, I grab an old rag and rub it on (while wearing gloves!) and allow the stain to sit on the wood for about a minute, then I wipe it off. If you want a darker shade, leave the stain on longer; for a lighter shade, wipe it off immediately.
To create a white washed finish, I grabbed some white paint and mixed it with water in a 2:1 ratio (two parts paint to one part water). I quickly painted on the mixture and then, before it dried, I wiped it off and allowed it to dry. You can continue to repeat these steps until you get the level of white-wash you prefer. Once this is achieved, you can sand it down a bit for a more rustic finish if desired.
I created a couple stencils using my Cricut and contact paper. I applied the stencil where I wanted it, and using a small, round sponge brush, I dabbed on a little of the red acrylic paint. Just so you don’t get too much paint onto the coaster, dab the sponge brush on a paper towel until you reach the right amount of paint. Once you have filled in the stencil, carefully remove it, and wait for it to completely dry. (Another option is to apply the colored vinyl lettering and forego the stencil, but I wanted it to look a little more rustic.) To seal everything up, apply a coat of polycrylic with a small sponge brush.
The last thing is adding a few cork pads to the bottom to avoid scratches on the furniture, and you’re set.
Now you can use these for all those wonderful hot cocoa creations.
Hope you are enjoying a wonderful holiday season! May your days be warm and cozy this winter.
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These are very cute. Pallet wood would also work well and give an even more rustic look and the cost would be pretty much free. Thank you for sharing such a great idea.
Yes! You could really use any wood you have one hand… I actually have a pallet sitting out in my garage right now… I totally should have used it 🙂
Erin, these are so pretty! They’d make such cute gifts, too!
Thanks Emily. My husband actually saw these and thought we should make 10 sets for the people at his work. Maybe not with only 24 hours notice, but next year 🙂
Erin, I love the coasters and the hot chocolate bar! So fun. Have a very Merry Christmas!
Thanks Tara! Hope you had a wonderful Christmas and Happy New Year!
Erin — so many things to love — already getting ideas for next year — adding to the list of the stuff I ran out of time for this year — retiring soon — then I’ll have PLENTY of time!! haha
Question: Love the hot cocoa coasters — did you upload the stencils somewhere or do you know where I could download some (free is good)?
Thanks and Merry Christmas! Hope 2017 is good to you and your family too!
Hi Norma- I do have the url of the stencil I used, but know that I had to break apart the word “Believe” because the font spacing was kinda weird. Feel free to use it if you’d like.
Awesome DIY gift idea + hot cocoa bar?? Love it! Hot cocoa is one of the great pleasures of winter!
I completely agree. Hot cocoa is the best in cold weather 🙂
these are super cute,I am happy you are getting use of the coffee station! Happy Holidays
Maria
Thanks Maria! Happy Holidays to you as well.
Simple and cute! i love it! thanks for sharing, Merry Christmas
Thanks Keitha! Hope you enjoyed your Christmas celebrations. Happy New Year!
These are so cute Erin! If I can get myself together in time, I would love to give these as gifts!
Thanks Amanda! The holiday season is always so busy. Luckily these are pretty easy to make. Merry Christmas!
These are so cute, I love the white washed look of them! They add such a festive touch to your coffee bar! Merry Christmas!
Thanks Meg! Merry Christmas!
Such a great idea, Erin! Love these cute coasters!
Thanks Erin!
Great idea, these really are SO adorable! Pinning!
Thanks Roxanne! Merry Christmas!
Erin – these coasters are adorable. We think they’d make great gifts too! Thanks so much for joining our hop…Merry Christmas!
Thanks ladies! I so appreciate your hosting this fun cocktail party! Merry Christmas!
I’m OBSESSED with these! Such a fun DIY that I will totally be borrowing! 😉 Thanks for sharing and Merry Christmas! 🙂
I am so glad you like them 🙂 They were super easy to make and add a little rustic holiday touch.
Merry Christmas to you as well!
I love the whitewashed effect of the coasters & nothing is better than a hot cocoa bar especially when the temperatures are freezing! Love this!
I totally agree. Hot cocoa is so perfect on those cold winter days… like Sunday, when it was -26 on our way to church. NEGATIVE 26??? Crazy!
We are constantly looking for cute coasters and these festive ones you made definitely fit the bill! Super creative, Erin, I love these. Hugs, CoCo
Thank you so much! I’m thinking I might have to create some different ones come spring/summer and then another set for fall. They were so easy to make, might as well do something every season 🙂