DIY

DIY DORM DECOR PART 5 – Marbled Coasters

DIY dorm decor idea number five! This idea is perfect for those moments when you find yourself hosting study group for the entire dorm floor. Check out our marbled coasters below. Be the hostess with the mostess this year! IMG_6831 What you’ll need: 1) Polymer clay 2) Parchment paper 3) Metallic paint 4) Paint brush 5) Rolling pin Step 1: Break off a small piece of clay for each color IMG_6833 IMG_6836 IMG_6840Step 2: Roll each peice of clay into a 8 or 9 inch strand IMG_6850 IMG_6862 IMG_6868Step 3: Twist strands together to mix the colors IMG_6871 IMG_6873 IMG_6880 IMG_6882 IMG_6884Step 4: Roll the twisted strands into a ball IMG_6893Step 5: Roll out clay into a disk large enough to fit underneath a glass (we measured our disk using the bottom of a mason jar) IMG_6895 IMG_6902 IMG_6903Step 6: Repeat steps 1-5 to make another coaster (we made 5 coasters) IMG_6909 IMG_6917Step 7: Place coasters into oven on 300°F for 25-30 minutes IMG_6922Step 8: Once coasters are out of the oven and have cooled completly, paint the edges with a metallic paint IMG_6996 IMG_6998 IMG_7001 IMG_7005Step 9: Invite everyone over and enjoy! IMG_7050 IMG_7041 IMG_7043What colors would your coasters be?!
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