steal this idea: custom flor coasters
I have a huge glass coffee that I absolutely love. It’s perfect for a messy craft project, spreading out work papers, or having a casual dinner while watching a movie. But, after a while, I got tired of having to constantly clean it b/c my coasters weren’t measuring up. While cute, they didn’t absorb any moisture and left me with watery rings to constantly wipe away. But — ta-da — enter a crafty solution! I went to my local Flor store and picked up three 6×6″ carpet samples (for $5), cut each sample into quarters with a sharp utility knife, and voila – cute coasters that actually do their job! Flor has a huge selection of colors and textures that would fit almost any decorating style, and because they’re so inexpensive, than can be switched up when room styles change. So, what do you think of my new coasters? — Rebecca F.
Photo credit: Rebecca Firlik
Uhg! I’ve been struggling with my glass side table for years! I’m going out and getting some carpet this weekend. Thanks Rebecca!
Totally love this idea and totally plan to steal it :)
Rebecca, you are a font of amazing creative wisdom! I already have my tiles picked out, I think!
Oooh, good idea! And easy to replace when they get yucky, too! But don’t they fray at all?
hypothetical woman – i made these over 6 months ago, use them almost daily, and they haven’t frayed yet. when not in use i toss them into a decorative basket on my table, so it’s not like i treat them with kid gloves! the only catch i could see is that if you use very light carpet styles, they might get a little dirty. nothing some spot-cleaning couldn’t help with. I bet these could also work is trivets, to go vases, etc. let me know what colors you guys pick out!
[...] 1) We love a good diy carpet coaster. Rebecca F. got her creative fix from Flor with her simple, inspired coasters. And they last! Hypothetical Woman says: “Oooh, good idea! And easy to replace when they get yucky, too! But don’t they fray at all?†Nope! Get the look here. [...]