Create Japanese Inspired DIY Decoupage Coasters in 3 Easy Steps
Make Japanese-inspired DIY decoupage coasters with dollar store supplies in minutes with this easy tutorial.
Hello there! Welcome to Day 5 of the Fall Series. This is our final handmade decor DIY for this week. Creating handmade decor all week while I was sick was fun but I’m exhausted!
I just want to curl up and read a book but am feeling much better along with my little one who is back to her silly self. Bring on the weekend!!
DIY Decoupage Coasters with Origami Paper
Don’t you just love easy DIY ideas? This one is so versatile with the wide availability of materials from dollar and craft stores and you can create DIY coasters to match any type of decor. Of course, since we are living in Japan, I had to use Japanese washi paper!
It has been such a fun experience learning about a new culture and incorporating local finds into my crafting and decorating. Pull out your crafting supplies and let’s make a beautiful drink coaster set!
Here’s what you need to make decoupage coasters
- cork coasters (or this is a great project for thrifted/outdated coasters of other material
- craft, origami, or washi paper – There were many beautiful choices of origami and washi paper at our local 100 Yen Store (aka dollar store). I selected a pack with oranges, pinks, and purples.
- craft knife
- cutting mat or board
- paint
- decoupage (or 50/50 Elmer’s glue and water)
How to make DIY drink coasters:
Place a coaster on the backside of a piece of craft paper and trace around it lightly with a pencil.
Cut out the circle or coaster shape with a craft knife or scissors. Make sure the craft knife is sharp if you are using one so the blade doesn’t rip the paper.
Shake the decoupage container to mix the contents. Or mix half water and half craft glue like Elmer’s in a disposal cup. Use a sponge or paintbrush to spread a thin coat of decoupage on top of each coaster.
Place the cut paper on top. Brush a second coat of decoupage on top of the paper. It’s okay if the paper wrinkles a little.
Smooth out wrinkles and air bubbles as much as you can and let dry. The great thing about decoupage is that paper dries smoothly.
You may have to flatten the coasters if they are cheap dollar store cork ones like mine and curve a little bit. Just place them between heavy books for a couple of days.
I love the combination of oranges, reds, and purples in the patterns of the origami paper.
As you can see, I’ve already tested them out! They look great in our living room. Use a metallic pen or a little bit of paint to cover the cork edges if you prefer.
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I really like the look of these vintage music DIY coasters from Rose Clearfield and this set of six modern coasters if you are looking for store-bought options that aren’t expensive! I also covered Dollar Tree ceramic coasters with peel and stick wallpaper for a global gift idea.
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Thanks for joining me all week for fun Fall DIYs. I found most of the supplies at the dollar store, the frame for the printable I already had. If you missed any, you can find them below!
A Week of Dollar Store Fall Crafts
Do you love decorating your home for Fall but don't want to spend a lot of money? Stay out of the chain stores and join me as we create handmade seasonal decor using supplies from the dollar store for fresh and creative Fall DIYs that can be done in no time at all, even for the most novice of crafters.
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Love this idea! I’ll have to give this a try.
It’s super easy! Thanks for the comment love. 🙂 xoxo
Kathy! These are awesome, I love that you used origami paper – this is one of my favorite patterns I’ve see around here actually. I also really have always loved your very subtle fall décor, very classy 🙂
Thanks sweetie!! There are some great patterns right now. 🙂