I am always looking for new ideas for housewarming gifts. When I was making my chalkboard coasters, I thought that something a little simpler like cork coasters would also make a great housewarming gift too. Cork coasters are much lighter than the tile ones and also take up a lot less room!
So I grabbed some cork circles and got started with my homemade housewarming gift.
I started with some circle cork pieces, a few stencils and some acrylic paint. You can find the cork circles at the craft store or, sometimes, in the gardening section of places like Home Depot and Lowes. For the stenciling, I used a little foam stamper and pounced the paint onto the coasters. Just be sure to have a paper towel handy to off load the extra paint on the foam stamper before you start stenciling.
I wanted my coasters to look like a set but not all be exactly the same. So, I did a few different colors and stencils to make a set of different coasters that coordinated together.
Tie the coasters up with some twine and you’ve got an awesome housewarming gift. You could even make a bunch of these sets ahead of time and just store them for when you need a last minute hostess gift or want to add a little homemade touch to a bridal shower present.
Have you been making any new coasters recently? Do you prefer a stone coaster or something like cork? What do you normally give for housewarming gifts?
Kim @ Plumberry Pie says
These are super cute! I stumbled upon some cork coasters in my mom’s basement recently and had been thinking about doing something with them. Looks like stenciling may be in my future. ๐
Shannah Coe says
Definitely scoop up those cork coasters. There are so many options!
Dawn Bauer says
I like the idea of cork coasters much better than stone. These really turned out pretty!
Shannah Coe says
I love the cork coasters too. The stone ones are great but I love the cork ones.
Seana Turner says
I love these — cork is so practical, and they are adorable. You could make a variety of these (monogrammed, holiday, etc.) and keep them on hand for hostess gifts as well!
Shannah Coe says
Changing up the stencil/decoration on the coasters is such a great idea! I love it.
Corinne says
Such an easy and creative housewarming gift. Thank you so much for the instructions and for sharing your idea!
Shannah Coe says
Thanks! I was definitely thinking of them as a housewarming gift or bridal shower gift along with some glasses when I made them.
Catherine @ Happily Ever Crafter says
Pinned it! How in the world did you keep your lines/circles so perfect?? I wish I could keep my hands that steady!
Shannah Coe says
Haha…I wish my hands were as steady as these coasters make it seem. Painters tape was definitely a friend for this project.
Jennifer says
Where did you get the circle cork? Details please!
Shannah Coe says
I got those from Home Depot in the gardening department. I know Michaels carries them too though.
Paula@SweetPea says
These are adorably cute!! I’ve been busy making things to sell in a booth at a local festival in October and sets of these would be perfect. I need to put this on my “to do” list. I’m pinning and will share your cute project on my Facebook page today.
Shannah Coe says
Oh, I think these would be a great idea for your booth. Let me know if you make them ๐
Christine Luken says
Love these! I’m always looking for unique gifts that don’t cost an arm and a leg!
Shannah Coe says
Me too! Unique gifts can be so difficult to come by and, then, when you find them, cost so much. These are fun because you can really customize them to the person you are giving them to.
Amy Desrosiers says
I love this idea! We actually made out own wooden coasters this weekend!
Shannah Coe says
Oh, wooden coasters sound awesome too! I may have to add those to my list of things to try.
Dawn Lopez says
Those look so awesome, I love how creative they are! I want to make these for holiday gifts, thanks so much for sharing!
Shannah Coe says
These would be perfect for holiday gifts. I can even see them being great teacher gifts too.
Alicia Taylor says
What an adorable idea! I am not that crafty – but this looks so easy – and still fancy enough to give as a gift.
Shannah Coe says
Oh, these are so easy…you could definitely do it. ๐
Francine @ Teresa's Family Cleaning says
Very cute! Love how you can customize them to fit your decor!
Shannah Coe says
That is one of the things I loved too. They are so easy to customize and there are hundreds of options.
monica says
This is incredibly creative and crafty! I can’t wait to browse through your other DIY projects!
Shannah Coe says
Thanks! I love making crafts and doing DIY stuff around the house ๐
brett says
these are really really darling- what a fun and creative gift idea!
Shannah Coe says
Thanks! I love how they turned out.
Kristin says
What a neat idea! Very creative. I would probably prefer cork coasters over stone…since I have 4 little ones. ๐
Shannah Coe says
With little ones, the cork is definitely better than stone! ๐
Cindi Thornton says
Though I love stone coasters, because they are so sturdy and pretty, I prefer cork ones because they tend to actually not produce such a wet mess. This is a great idea, I am actually helping with throwing a housewarming party in a couple weeks, so I may just have to go pick up a bunch of these cork coasters and make a few sets!
Shannah Coe says
I also prefer the cork because I know they are safe for the kids to use without worrying about breaking/chipping!
Ronnie says
So simple but looks so pretty! I love crafty ideas that make wonderful, thoughtful gifts.
Shannah Coe says
Thanks! I think handmade gifts are really special because of the thoughtfulness that is behind them.
Casey says
These would be a great gift, but I also want to make some just for my apartment! ๐ I love DIY projects because they are so original; no one else will have the same one you come up with when you make it yourself.
Shannah Coe says
That is one of the exact reasons I love making stuff like this for myself. I know I won’t see it exactly the same in anyone else’s home.
Malia says
that’s a really cute idea!
Shannah Coe says
Thanks! I think they would be such a cute gift…especially with a set of glasses.
Liz @ A Nut in a Nutshell says
This is such a thoughtful gift. I really, really like these!
Shannah Coe says
Thanks! I thought they would make a fun gift.
Jennifer B says
These look adorable! What a great gift idea!
Shannah Coe says
Thanks! I think they turned out really well. Plus, they are just so easy to make and there are a million options on colors/styles.
Melanie a/k/a CrazyMom says
What a fun housewarming gift and soo simple; I soo would love to get these as a gift, or may have the kids make them for me… LOVE that idea.. thanks for sharing
Shannah Coe says
Oh, having kids make them as a gift is a great idea. THat would be awesome for Mother’s Day or a birthday.
Charise says
Love this idea! Very cute!
Shannah Coe says
Thanks! I am really happy with how they turned out…especially considering how easy they were to make.
Joanne says
Wow – those are really nice!! You’re very creative!
Shannah Coe says
Thanks Joanne! I really wanted an alternative to all of the ceramic and stone coasters we have around the house.
Rhonda says
I prefer stone, but these are really cute and fun!
Shannah Coe says
Stone coasters are great but I like to have something around I am not too worried about the kids using. These are perfect because they can’t accidentally break them or chip them.
Carmen's Coupon Blog says
I love this idea for making something uniquely yours.. they are so cute and look really easy to make..
Ann says
This is a great idea!! Thanks for posting
Motherhood on the Rocks says
These are very cute! You’re so creative!
Danielle @ We Have It All says
Those are really cute, what a great idea!
Mandy @ Sugar Bee Crafts says
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–Mandy, SugarBeeCrafts.com
Katrina Vega says
These coasters are soo cute and easy! I’m gonna have to make some just for me. Thanks for sharing!
Shannah Coe says
Thanks! I made some for a friend and made some for our house too ๐
Karrie says
These are super cute! I’m pinning it right now!
Shannah Coe says
Thanks! They are very popular in our house!
Britni @ Play. Party. Pin. says
Such a cute idea. I’ve been trying to come up with good hostess gifts and never can seem to come up with anything creative but these would be great. Thanks Shannah!
Cindy Eikenberg says
Hi Shannah! These are fantastic and what a great hostess gift for the season, too! Thanks so much for the awesome inspiration and pinning! Hope you are having a wonderful Monday!
stacey says
LOVE how simple this is! This would make great party favors or for gifts to keep on hand for birthdays. Thanks for the inspiration!
Emily says
those are so cute! What a great gift and I love the colors. stumbling…