The Easiest, Cutest Gift

I made these adorable coasters for a friend for Christmas last year:

They were so easy to make and I think they turned out really well!

To make a set, you'll need:

• 4 ceramic tiles (I went to Home Depot and bought plain white 4" x 4" bathroom tiles. I think they were around 16 cents a piece.)
• Scrapbook paper (I used 4 coordinating pieces but you could do all one pattern/color or any other combination that tickles your fancy!)
• Scissors or paper cutter
• Mod Podge
• Foam brush
• Felt sheets (I used white but you can choose any color that coordinates with the tiles and paper.)
• Fabric glue
• Spray sealer

Here's how you make the coasters:

1. Use your scissors or paper cutter to cut the paper to fit the tiles.  I cut the paper about 3" square, leaving about 1/4" around the edge of each tile.
2. Position the paper on the tiles and use the foam brush to paint Mod Podge to adhere the paper.  Let dry and then apply a couple more coats. (Check the Mod Podge jar for guidance on dry times.)  I think I used 4 coats altogether on these.
3. Let the Mod Podge set completely.  Ideally, I'd suggest letting them 'cure' overnight.
4. Cut the felt to fit on the underside of your tiles. Again, I cut the felt into 3" squares.  You can use the little felt "buttons" on the back instead of covering the entire back. I decided to go with the full cover, though, because the back of the tile wasn't especially pretty.
5. Use fabric glue to glue the felt to the underside of your tiles. I actually found sheets of adhesive felt that I used. So I cut the felt to the right side, peeled off the backing and stuck it onto the tile.  I think I found the felt at Joann's, but Michael's, AC Moore and Hobby Lobby probably carry it too. There were limited colors, though, so if you want something special you may have to go with the old school felt and glue!
6. Once the felt is dry, turn your coasters over and spray the acrylic sealer over top. Let the sealer dry (read instructions on the spray can for guidance on dry times) and then seal again. As with the Mod Podge, I used 4 coats of sealer.
7. Let the sealer dry and you have some adorable coasters! Stack them up, tie a pretty ribbon around them and you've got yourself a super cute gift. I paired these coasters with pretty green mugs, some fancy tea, and nice chocolates.