I love adding touches of holiday decor that aren’t overwhelming. These star coasters are easy to make, easy to set out and enjoy during the holiday, and easy to tuck away when not in use. You can make your own 4th of July Patriotic Star Coasters with very little work – and the raised star center makes them look very labor-intensive!
I made these Star Coasters as part of Craft Lightning week. All week long, I’m sharing 15 minute or less Patriotic-themed crafts along with my Co-Host Angie from The Country Chic Cottage, and our guest Co-Host, Laura from Me and My Inklings.
Plaid sent me some of their new Folk Art Coastal paint line. I love the texture that this paint adds – a rustic look without having to pull out the sand paper. I was excited to use it as part of this project.
To make these Star Coasters, you’ll need:
Wooden Star blocks – found in the decorative wood trim section of the Hardware Store
Folk Art Coastal Paint
Mod Podge Dimensional Magic
Paintbrush
Optional – red and white paints
Start by painting the wooden block. Set aside to dry.
Fill the center with Mod Podge Dimensional Magic. Do your best not to let air bubbles in.
Allow to dry overnight. If, in the morning, your coaster looks like this… don’t worry! The thick layer of Dimensional Magic sunk in the center.
Just re-fill any holes and allow to dry for another day. You might have to fill a hole or two the following day. But then they turn out awesome!
If you like, you can add touches of red and white paint to really add to the patriotic theme.
Allow to dry, and your fancy-looking but oh-so-simple Coasters are complete. And with less than 15 minutes of hands-on crafting time!
If you enjoyed these patriotic coasters, you’ll love checking out these other fast and fun patriotic crafts:
Emily at My Mom Made that whipped up her own Star Coasters… how fun are these?
Learn how to customize a drink bucket for the 4th over at Everyday Party Magazine.
Jessica at Mad In Crafts made this Patriotic Floral Centerpiece – with waterproof LED lights!
Albion Gould shows you how to make your own rustic Americana Banner.
Over at Sparkle Living, you’ll learn how to whip up this patriotic wreath.
Carla Schauer has a Patriotic Word Search that will keep the kids occupied while you’re waiting for dusk so you can light the fireworks.
Karen Marie at Dragonfly and Lily Pads has some fun tied-ribbon decor.
And be sure to check out Rita Barakat’s Patriotic craft video on her site.
Love these! Perfect for a deck or patio!