CREATIVE GUIDES · CREATIVE CRAFTS DUBAI
Personalise wooden coaster blanks with paint and a small vinyl design. A name, simple symbol or short greeting can make a coordinated set for your home or a handmade gift.
Materials
- Wooden coaster blanks
- Compatible chalk paint and a brush
- Adhesive vinyl and matching transfer tape
- A cutting machine and suitable design
- A compatible protective finish, if recommended
Prepare and paint
Check that the blanks are clean and smooth. Apply thin coats of paint according to its instructions, allowing the recommended drying time between coats. Let the painted surface cure before applying vinyl.
Add the design
Size your artwork to leave a clear border around the edge. Cut the vinyl, weed the unwanted sections and use compatible transfer tape to position the design. Burnish carefully, then remove the tape without lifting the paint.
Check the finish
If you plan to seal the coaster, confirm that the finish is compatible with both the paint and vinyl, and test it first. Allow the full curing time before placing a cup on it.
A decorative coaster is not automatically heat-resistant or waterproof. Follow the blank and finish guidance, and include suitable care instructions when gifting a set.
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