I’ve been meaning to make a set of Coastal Starfish Rope Coasters for a while. They are super easy to make and they’re just right for a coastal tablescape. To make these, you’ll only need a few supplies and a set of four can be made in under thirty minutes plus a little more time for the paint to dry. These are definitely budget friendly, too!
I gathered rope, paint, a sheet of laminated burlap, and a starfish stencil to make the coasters. I also needed brushes, a pencil, scissor, hot glue, and a circular item for tracing the backing.
Using a roll of tape, I traced four circles onto a sheet of laminated burlap.
The circles will be used for the backing of each coaster.
The rope I used is thick and it the ends fray easily. To keep the end from fraying, I used some hot glue to press it together. Of course, it’s easy to burn your fingers this way! I used a wooden skewer to spread the glue.
The first step is to curl the end of the rope onto itself and use a little hot glue to keep it in place. Again, I used a skewer to avoid finger burns.
Next, a small dot of hot glue was placed near the center of the backing and the rope was pressed down onto it.
Once the first part of the rope is set, simple draw a bead of hot glue around it and begin winding the rope.
I used as little glue as possible while making sure that the rope was staying in place. After filling the backing, the end was cut at an angle and hot glued in place.
I love using Waverly Chalk paint for lots of projects. This peacock color is one of my favorites. The stencil was centered on the coaster. I didn’t need to tape it down. I just held it in place as I painted.
I painted inside the stencil and once it was removed, I used a smaller brush to touch up any missed spots.
Painting on this kind of rope is not going to give a smooth look, but I like the way it turned out. To protect the paint, I gave it a quick coat of Scotchguard Fabric Protector.
These coastal rope coasters are a great addition to my breakfast nook table. The peacock paint color goes well with the place settings.
I purchased the rope at JoAnn Fabric and Craft store using a 40% off coupon. All of the other supplies were on hand, keeping the cost for the coasters very low. It’s an easy project that doesn’t take long at all to make.
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Coastal Starfish Rope Coasters
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Beverly shares easy, inexpensive craft tutorials, diy projects for the home, coastal decor projects, & thrift store find makeover projects all designed to help you create a beautiful home on a budget.
Carol ("Mimi") says
These summer coasters are perfect for tall glasses of iced lemonade on the back porch! Great tutorial!
Carol (“Mimi”) from Home with Mimi
Beverly says
A tall glass of lemonade sounds great for these hot summer days. Thank you, Mimi. The coasters are very easy to make!
Laurie says
I love rope coasters and these are adorable for summer and coastal decor! I use those wooden skewers all the time for a lot of things. Great idea using the laminated burlap for the base! Pinned and shared! Enjoy your weekend!
Beverly says
Thank you, Laurie! Those wooden skewers come in handy! Thanks so much for the shares!
Michele Michael says
I shared these to my crafters. They will love them. Super easy and quick.
Beverly says
Thanks so much for sharing my coasters, Michele. I love quick and easy projects like this.
Debrashoppeno5 says
I really love your coaster project. They are a nice addition to your coastal style. It is a small project with a big impact. Pinned.
Beverly says
Don’t you love simple, little projects like this? 🙂 The rope coasters were so easy to make. Thank you and thanks for pinning, Debra!
Michelle says
I love quick and easy crafts and these turned out great Beverly. The “imperfect” paint really adds to the rustic charm of the coasters. They’re lovely
Beverly says
Quick and easy = my kind of craft! Thank you, Michelle.
Michelle James says
Hi Beverly, we just wanted to let you know that your adorable coasters were featured at the home matters linky party this week. We hope you will check it out when you get a chance! Thanks for sharing with us! http://ourcraftymom.com/home-matters-linky-party-145/
Beverly says
Thank you so much, Michelle! I’m delighted to have been featured at Home Matters. Thanks for hosting and for stopping by.
Elise Cohen Ho says
This is a lovely idea. I think I will save it so I can make it for my parents. They would love it year round.
Jess says
Love these! So cute!
I would love for you to share this with my Facebook Group for recipes, crafts, tips, and tricks:
Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J & J!
Beverly says
Thanks, Jess. Thanks for the party!
Julie says
I really like these coasters you made! Thanks for sharing this at C&C with J&J.
Enjoy the weekend.
Julie
Beverly says
Thanks, Julie and thanks for the party!
Lina says
The coasters look so summery! Thanks for sharing at Sew It Cook It Craft It. You’re one of my features today.
Beverly says
Thanks, Lina and thanks so much for the feature!
Grandmas House DIY says
I am definitely going to have to make some of these! Thanks so much for sharing with us at the To Grandma’s house we go link party last week, I’ll be featuring you tomorrow morning when the new party starts!
Beverly says
They are super easy to make! Thanks for the party and for the feature! I appreciate it!
Sue from Sizzling Towards 60 & Beyond says
Beautiful ladies! Thanks for sharing at #BloggingGrandmotherslinkparty.
Beverly says
Thank you and thanks for visiting, Sue!
Clearissa Coward says
Really cute! I am thinking placemats too. Love them. Thank you so much for sharing with us at #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. I have shared on social media.
Beverly says
Making placemats would be a great idea for this rope. Thanks so much for sharing my coasters, Clearissa.
Sandra L Garth says
Love these and they’re pretty easy to make!
Beverly says
Thanks, Sandra! These coasters are super easy to make and they don’t take much time to put together either.
Carol ("Mimi") says
Thank you for linking up at #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. I’m sharing your link on social media.
Carol (“Mimi”) from Home with Mimi
Beverly says
Thank you, Carol!
Lori Hill-Smith says
tHESE COASTERS ARE SO FUN!!
tHANK YOU FOR LINKING UP AT #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty
Beverly says
Thanks, Lori! The coasters were fun and easy to make. Thanks for the party!
Grammy Dee from Grammy's Grid says
Very nice, looks terrific! Thank you Beverly for linking up at the #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. I shared your post on Facebook, Google+, Pinterest, and Twitter.
Beverly says
Thanks, Dee! Thanks for sharing!
Teresa says
The coasters are perfect and easy. you are so creative! (I have burned my fingers many times using hot glue guns!) Thank you for linking your coasters up at the #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty! Pinned and shared!
Beverly says
Thanks, Teresa! They were easy to make and didn’t take much time either. Using wooden skewers helps a lot to avoid burns. Thanks for the party and the shares. I appreciate it!
Amanda lake says
Very pretty. I have the same set of dishes and love them.
Beverly says
Thanks, Amanda. I love those dishes, too!
Teresa Ashby says
These are so cute. I am thinking about making these for Christmas gifts
Beverly says
Thank you, Teresa. They would be fun Christmas gifts since they are quick, easy, and inexpensive to make!