tile coasters {tutorial}

 I am hosting a bridal shower with my sister for my soon to be sister in law on Sunday.  Instead of going out and and buying something generic my sister and I decided on making some handmade drink coasters for the guests that win games.  I found many many many tutorials on tile coasters so I thought I would give it a shot.  It was so easy and fun to make! I used lee la la's tutorial as a guide. 

While I didn't think about posting this to the blog till after they were made, I will still write a simple tutorial on how to make them.  Minus the "how to" pictures.  Sorry!

Here's what you need:
•  tiles
•  a roll of self adhesive foam board
•  modge podge
•  scrapbook paper
•   acrylic finishing spray
{all items can be found at your local craft store besides the tiles}

Cut your paper and cork board to fit your tiles.  I cut mine to 4x4.
Using a foam brush, apply a small amount of modge podge to the clean tile and gently place your paper piece to fit on top.  I noticed that with the heavier paper you had to really press down to make sure the edges were sealed and there are no bubbles.
Once dry apply a few coats of modge podge over the whole tile.  Let dry completely. 
Take to a well ventilated area and spray the acrylic finisher on the tile to make it waterproof.  I sprayed them a few times to make sure I got an even coat on top.
Once dry, add the cork to the bottoms of the tiles.
Boom.  Your done!  

The one thing I would change would be to get different tiles.  I bought the cheapest and most simple tiles at Home Depot.  I would most likely buy ones with rounded edges instead. 

Oh well...there is always next time!

You have yourself a great little gift to give as a housewarming present, a christmas gift or a shower gift!