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DIY Decoupage Coasters Using Jar Candle Lids

Discover how to repurpose wooden candle jar lids into stylish DIY decoupage coasters! Turn your love for candles into a fun crafting project with this easy tutorial.
Prep Time10 minutes
Active Time20 minutes
3 hours
Total Time3 hours 30 minutes
Course: Repurposing Jar Candle Lids
Cuisine: Decoupage with Paper Napkins
Keyword: DIY Decoupage Coasters
Yield: 1 Coaster
Cost: $5

Equipment

  • 1 Pencil
  • 1 Pair of scissors
  • 1 Foam brush

Materials

  • 1 wood jar candle lid
  • 1 can spray paint You won't use much of it.
  • 1 piece decorative paper napkin Pick your favorite!
  • 1 jar decoupage glue Mod Podge Regular or Hard Coat
  • 1 can acrylic sealer Optional

Instructions

  • Remove ny rubber seal from the jar candle lid.
  • Spray paint the wood lid and let dry completely.
  • Trace around the perimeter of the wood lid onto the back of a decorative paaper napkin.
  • Separate the layers of the paper napkin circle. You will use the top layer.
  • Brush the top of the wood lid with decoupage glue. Let sit for 10 minutes until tacky.
  • Place the paper napkin circle on top of the wood lid with the pattern facing up. Working from the center to the edge, smooth the napkin onto the lid, removing wrinkles as you work.
  • Brush another coat of decoupage glue on top of the paper napkin and let dry completely.
  • If desired, brush a coat of acrylic sealer over the top of the new coaster.