Pinteresting!

So, I joined Pinterest a few months ago. At first I didn't really see the point of it. With life being busy, I didn't revisit it for a few weeks. Once I finally did take another look at it, I started pinning and then I realized the real need for it. Recipes, blogs, crafts, decor....and the list goes on. I love how it gets my creative juices flowing. I have done so many projects inspired by Pinterest. This Christmas I decided to make our gifts for our parents once I saw this blog pinned on Pinterest: http://www.oopseydaisyblog.com/2011/08/photo-tile-coasters-using-resin.html

The blog tutorial intimidated me at first. I was reading how to make the coasters, but once I saw a blow torch was involved, I closed my computer. A couple of days later I decided to continue reading the tutorial despite the blow torch scare. Turns out it was just her husband that wanted to show off his torch...and a plain ole' drinking straw was sufficient for the job. So, here's what I made:


I made 4 sets of 6 coasters. The grandparents got coasters of the boys (I included my Mom's dogs for hers). For Jason's aunt/godmother, we printed old pictures of Covington for her coasters. They turned out really cute.


I love the glass-like look of them.


The best part...it cost only $3.63/set!! Amazing! We'll be making some for ourselves real soon!