Go to my Craft Inspirations and DIY to find out how I made these stamped coasters. They are pretty cheap, $4 for a pack of 9 at Home Depot or Lowe's. I have them all over our house and made some to give. I hope you like!
What does the finishing wax do? I made these before I had seen this post and the condensation soaked through the tile onto the table that the coaster is supposed to be protecting. hoping that the wax stops that? thanks Connie
I tried this but had trouble with the ink spreading. It was great for about and hour and when I came back to put the finishing wax on, the stamped ink had spread. Any ideas?
You can buy Stazon at any craft store like Jo Ann's, Michael's or Hobby Lobby. *TIP* I always have a coupon before I go to any craft store, you can save 40%.
Yolanda, I am working on some of these but wanted to know how long after stamping I need to wait before applying wax. I love these and thank you so much for sharing your project and instructions.
Marjorie (love your name btw) I pretty much waxed them after about 5 minutes or so...I always do a lot when I'm making them so I have an assembly line going. By the time I'm done stamping the last one, it's about 5 minutes after I've made the first one so I'll wax them in the same order I inked them. I hope this helps. I'm glad you like!
What did you do with the tiles that are very porous? They come in a set so it is kinda difficult to make sure you have the 'perfect' tiles. I bought 2 sets and out of those 6 were very porous. I hate to throw them out....
Eve, I just kept them in my garage for a long time but then I had enough to complete a whole set so I went to Home Depot to ask if I could exchange them and the lady was super nice and said yes because they are not of high quality...maybe you should try that. I hope they'll let you exchange it.
Angie, a little goes a LONG way so be sure just to use just a dab for each tile. I didn't need to wipe off the excess since I was applying a thin layer and I used a dry cloth to apply the wax.
I just finished make some of these for my friend as a bridal shower gift and they turned out so nice! I think this is my new favorite craft. Just wanted to share that I used beeswax to seal the tiles instead of the finishing wax. It worked really well and brings out the color of the tile nicely. I'm very sensitive to chemicals so this was the perfect fix. Thanks
Love this for Christmas gifts this year.
ReplyDeleteSaw this on the Chew, great idea!
ReplyDeleteI love idea! If you don't mind me asking, what is the name of the stamp set you used? Love that stamp set!
ReplyDeleteNikki, honestly I don't remember. I threw away the plastic outer wrapping. It was from Hobby Lobby.
DeleteI can see this being something kids can make for grandparents as well. Awesome idea.
ReplyDeleteI love this idea! They would be great as Christmas presents. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteWhat does the finishing wax do? I made these before I had seen this post and the condensation soaked through the tile onto the table that the coaster is supposed to be protecting. hoping that the wax stops that?
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Connie
The wax is suppose to seal the tile. It won't let water get through it and seals the ink from fading.
DeleteI tried this but had trouble with the ink spreading. It was great for about and hour and when I came back to put the finishing wax on, the stamped ink had spread. Any ideas?
ReplyDeleteDid you use StazOn? It's the permanent ink that I use and I've never had a problem with it. Or was the tile completely dry before stamping?
DeleteI want to try this but i bought non permanent, will it work the same?
DeleteNo,I'm sorry, it has to be permanent ink or the condensation from the drinks will make it run off the tile.
DeleteWhere do I find StazOn ink pads?
ReplyDeleteYou can buy Stazon at any craft store like Jo Ann's, Michael's or Hobby Lobby. *TIP* I always have a coupon before I go to any craft store, you can save 40%.
DeleteFabulous gift idea. Thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteI have made some for my daughter as a wedding present. My son gets married the following month so i will be making more. Thanks for such a cute idea!!
ReplyDeleteI just made these and they turned out great! How long before they stop smelling like furniture polish?
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear! Not long at all, mine don't smell at all anymore. You might want to lightly wipe with a wet rag to get off any excess wax to help.
DeleteYolanda, I am working on some of these but wanted to know how long after stamping I need to wait before applying wax.
ReplyDeleteI love these and thank you so much for sharing your project and instructions.
Marjorie (love your name btw)
DeleteI pretty much waxed them after about 5 minutes or so...I always do a lot when I'm making them so I have an assembly line going. By the time I'm done stamping the last one, it's about 5 minutes after I've made the first one so I'll wax them in the same order I inked them. I hope this helps. I'm glad you like!
Thanks Yolanda! Have a great weekend.
Deletewhat type of tile did you use? ceramic, natural, porcelin? Does it have to have a certain finish?
ReplyDeleteI used a natural tumble-stone tile. That's why some of them might come out more porous than others in the set since it's natural.
DeleteWhat did you do with the tiles that are very porous? They come in a set so it is kinda difficult to make sure you have the 'perfect' tiles. I bought 2 sets and out of those 6 were very porous. I hate to throw them out....
ReplyDeleteEve, I just kept them in my garage for a long time but then I had enough to complete a whole set so I went to Home Depot to ask if I could exchange them and the lady was super nice and said yes because they are not of high quality...maybe you should try that. I hope they'll let you exchange it.
DeleteWhere can I get the Staz-On Ink pad?
ReplyDeleteYou can get it at most craft stores like Jo Ann's, Michael's and Hobby Lobby.
DeleteCan you use permanent markers, instead of ink? I wanted to use this idea to write quotes on the tiles.
ReplyDeleteThanks!
Katie, Yes, you can use permanent markers on the stone tiles, but do so before sealing with the wax. Quotes are a cute and special idea!
DeleteHow long should I wait before wiping of the excess wax? Should I use a damp cloth?
ReplyDeleteAngie, a little goes a LONG way so be sure just to use just a dab for each tile. I didn't need to wipe off the excess since I was applying a thin layer and I used a dry cloth to apply the wax.
DeleteWith using the sealing wax, can the condensation soak into the tile still, or will it all sit on top?
ReplyDeleteMy tiles are never wet underneath. The was acts like a barrier but the tile can get cold.
DeleteI just finished make some of these for my friend as a bridal shower gift and they turned out so nice! I think this is my new favorite craft. Just wanted to share that I used beeswax to seal the tiles instead of the finishing wax. It worked really well and brings out the color of the tile nicely. I'm very sensitive to chemicals so this was the perfect fix. Thanks
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