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Post by Peterj on Aug 24, 2021 21:42:50 GMT
I started a new project >>> making drink coasters with images. First try is using a glazed 4x4 ceramic tile using Mod Podge to attach the image. The attaching part is straight forward, bu the finishing portion is taking more time than I'm willing to spend. Several ideas came to mind:
1. Use an online service that enables customization of blanks >>> found one 6 coasters with different images on each $17.99 for the set.
2. Purchase unglazed ceramic tiles and use heat transfer paper to transfer the image and seal with clear acrylic varnish.
3. Purchase blank 4x4 wooden tiles and use heat transfer paper to transfer the image and seal with clear acrylic varnish.
I appreciate ideas and suggestions
Regards, Pete
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Post by cats4jan on Aug 24, 2021 21:59:49 GMT
Pete - the various services that do these, and similar projects, always have sales, so getting it done professionally can be a viable option. I find if you go onto a service and then click off then click back on, you often get an offer or coupon to encourage you to go through with your order.
That being said - if the object is to master a project, go to a craft store and talk to the staff. They can lead you to just the products you need to complete your project.
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Post by Sepiana on Aug 24, 2021 22:12:39 GMT
Hi Peterj, I'm not sure this will help but . . . I did something like that a long time ago (back on the EV days); I added images to solid-color ceramic coffee mugs to give as Christmas presents. I used some kind of transparent paper (water-slide decal paper?) and sealed the images with clear acrylic varnish. It was an easy process and it didn't take too much of my time. I found this video. It will give you an idea of what I did (not including the part to use an oven to "bake" the cups). How to make Customized Mugs | DIY MUGS (easy) |
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Post by Andy on Aug 24, 2021 23:11:54 GMT
I've played with ModPodge - wood only. It was fun, but I agree on the amount of work. I have had some done through Shutterfly and generally been happy. They are a stone look and further distressing the image before uploading helped. My one issue with those is that they are not at all absorbent. Water just runs right off them (for example, if you put a cold glass on them on a hot day. Condensation builds up.). If you are familiar with Thirsty Stone or equivalent stone (or stone-like) products that absorb water - these were not that.
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