Are you ready to add a splash of the cosmos into your daily life? Let the celestial beauty of the galaxy come to right on your coffee table with these DIY Galaxy Color Blocked Marble Coasters.
DIY Galaxy Color Blocked Coasters Idea
Using alcohol inks and a few tools like painter’s tape and a gold paint pen, you can customize coasters with vibrant, swirly patterns in just an afternoon. These coasters don’t even need sealing thanks to marble’s absorbency, making the project not just fun but easy and practical. Whether for personal use or as handmade gifts, these galaxy coasters add a touch of interstellar beauty to any setting.
Materials:
- 4″ polished marble hexagon tiles
- Alcohol inks in colors: pink sherbet, mermaid, indigo, and aqua
- Painter’s tape (for color blocking)
- DecoColor Gold Paint Pen
- Sticky-backed cork contact paper
- Disposable latex (or nitrile) gloves
Tools:
- Utility knife or scissors
- Crafting Your Galaxy Coasters
Preparing Your Workspace
Begin by adorning your hands with disposable gloves to protect your skin, as alcohol inks can leave a vibrant reminder of your crafting session on your hands for weeks.
Securely apply painter’s tape to the section of your marble tile that you prefer to remain untouched by the cosmic transformation, ensuring a sharp and clean line. Press down firmly for a good seal. Cover your crafting table with a layer of plastic wrap or any other protective covering to guard against any artistic “spillage” as you indulge in colorful creativity.
Applying the Cosmos
Select your alcohol ink colors and drip them onto the tile in bands across the exposed area. A little goes a long way—just a few drops of each should suffice to avoid saturation.
Gently tilt the coaster, guiding the excess ink to drift away onto the protective surface or soak into a crumpled paper towel.
Starring Role: The Gold Flecks
Shake your gold paint pen over the coasters. Use a flicking motion directed downwards to scatter golden flecks across your celestial landscape, echoing the stars.
Finishing Touches
Once the golden stars have settled, cautiously remove the painter’s tape to unveil the clean, crisp line between the raw marble and the galaxy design.
Trace your tile onto the cork contact paper, cut it out using a utility knife or scissors, and firmly place it onto the underside of your coaster.
Seal the Deal (Optional):
While marble’s porosity typically eliminates the need for an additional sealant, if you desire an extra layer of protection, a light coat of spray varnish can be applied.
Troubleshooting
If any ink happens to bleed under the tape, fear not. Simply embrace the galaxy theme throughout the entire coaster surface. Remember to ensure the tape is well adhered and moderate the amount of ink used to prevent future bleeding.
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