I am always being asked how I make my ceramic tile coasters. I will give you a step by step process to make the perfect ceramic tile coasters. You can also watch my video tutorial on How to make ceramic tile coasters on Youtube.
The first thing is to find some images, or photos that you wish to turn into a coaster. Once you have some images of them on your computer you are ready for the next step.
You want to visit an image resizer online. This is the image resizer I use to resize all my images to 1200x1200 pixels which is four inches by four inches.
You will want to click on On Your Own.
Click on the grey Choose button for the file to upload.
Fill in the box for the exact height and width to be 1200 by 1200 pixels
Click the grey OK box near the bottom.
Once the image uploads right click on the image anywhere outside the crop box. Choose Save Image.
Choose a place to save, and name your file.
You are now ready to print your image.
Find your image on your computer, and right click.
Choose Print.
It should than let you choose how to print. I select 4x6 picture format, and I uncheck the box to fit picture. By unchecking the box it will allow the picture to actually print at 4x4 instead of 4x6.
I highly suggest using HP Glossy Photo Paper Q2509A (UPC 808736472630) ($20 for 100 sheets) which doesn't get stupid air bubbles when gluing them to the tiles.
Once it is finished printing I would cut them with a paper cutter for a professional looking cut (I use a Fiskars paper cutter), or you can use scissors. My paper cutter was around $20, and well worth the investment.
The next step is applying Mod Podge Glossy (UPC 028995112010) ($7-$8) to the ceramic tile (about 15 cents each). I use a regular paint brush ($5) , or you can use a foam paint brush to apply the glue evenly on the tile. I personally like the hand brushed look.
It is now time to take the 4x4 picture, and paste it to the tile. Slide it around so the border on each side is even, and let dry for about 15-20 minutes.
Once it finishes drying you can apply a top coat of Mod Podge to the picture to give your coaster a glossy finish.
Let it dry for an hour, or two.
You will now apply Patricia Nimocks (UPC 028995003073) ($10-$11) clear acrylic sealer by spraying a light coat over the coasters. Wait 10-20 minutes and apply another coat. This stuff magically removes the stickiness, and protects the coaster with a strong water resistant sealant.
After the second coat dries it is time to apply the felt buttons (UPC 743488634175) ($4-$5 for 32 felt buttons) on each of the bottom corners of the coasters.
You now have completed making your own ceramic tile coasters.
You can find all the ceramic coasters I make on my Etsy shop if you want to take the easier route, and just order them already finished.
The first thing is to find some images, or photos that you wish to turn into a coaster. Once you have some images of them on your computer you are ready for the next step.
You want to visit an image resizer online. This is the image resizer I use to resize all my images to 1200x1200 pixels which is four inches by four inches.
You will want to click on On Your Own.
Click on the grey Choose button for the file to upload.
Fill in the box for the exact height and width to be 1200 by 1200 pixels
Click the grey OK box near the bottom.
Once the image uploads right click on the image anywhere outside the crop box. Choose Save Image.
Choose a place to save, and name your file.
You are now ready to print your image.
Find your image on your computer, and right click.
Choose Print.
It should than let you choose how to print. I select 4x6 picture format, and I uncheck the box to fit picture. By unchecking the box it will allow the picture to actually print at 4x4 instead of 4x6.
I highly suggest using HP Glossy Photo Paper Q2509A (UPC 808736472630) ($20 for 100 sheets) which doesn't get stupid air bubbles when gluing them to the tiles.
Once it is finished printing I would cut them with a paper cutter for a professional looking cut (I use a Fiskars paper cutter), or you can use scissors. My paper cutter was around $20, and well worth the investment.
The next step is applying Mod Podge Glossy (UPC 028995112010) ($7-$8) to the ceramic tile (about 15 cents each). I use a regular paint brush ($5) , or you can use a foam paint brush to apply the glue evenly on the tile. I personally like the hand brushed look.
It is now time to take the 4x4 picture, and paste it to the tile. Slide it around so the border on each side is even, and let dry for about 15-20 minutes.
Once it finishes drying you can apply a top coat of Mod Podge to the picture to give your coaster a glossy finish.
Let it dry for an hour, or two.
You will now apply Patricia Nimocks (UPC 028995003073) ($10-$11) clear acrylic sealer by spraying a light coat over the coasters. Wait 10-20 minutes and apply another coat. This stuff magically removes the stickiness, and protects the coaster with a strong water resistant sealant.
After the second coat dries it is time to apply the felt buttons (UPC 743488634175) ($4-$5 for 32 felt buttons) on each of the bottom corners of the coasters.
You now have completed making your own ceramic tile coasters.
You can find all the ceramic coasters I make on my Etsy shop if you want to take the easier route, and just order them already finished.
