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Map Coasters

I LOVE maps!!
I have a map painted in my entry!
I also use maps to wrap gifts and decoupage old frames.....
and here's another use for old maps....Coasters!
I used this technique years ago with photos of my kids and their art work.
This is so fun and easy!!

Here is what you need:
 Map, Coasters, Scissors and Glue or Mod Podge.
This is so simple....
I used 4 coasters...actually they are plant mats that I wasn't using and were sitting in my junk drawer.
I always pick up old maps at the thrift store to use as gift wrapping...
I got a box full for $2!
Trace a circle on your map and cut out with scissors or a craft knife.
Put a thin layer of Mod Podge on back of map circle. Smooth out any air bubbles. Then paint a few layers of Mod Podge over top...this provides a hard coating...I used glossy Mod Podge...but Matte would work well too. 
Aren't they Pretty!!
 
Enjoy!! 
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26 comments:

  1. Heather MullinMarch 16, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    Super cute!

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  2. raveninthewolfdenMarch 16, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    this is a great idea!

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  3. CarolMarch 16, 2011 at 4:40 PM

    What a fantastic idea! I love that!!!

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  4. MelissaMarch 16, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    You are so creative. I love this idea, and what a great way to recycle and reuse old maps.

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  5. UnknownMarch 16, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    so THAT'S what I can do with all my old maps...
    Thanks for the ideas!

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  6. Lindy@Itsy Bitsy PaperMarch 16, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    These are great! I love them for a gift.
    www.itsybitsypaperblog.com

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  7. MichelleMarch 16, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    Way cute! This would be a fun thing to do for my kids with places we've been on vacation. Thanks for linking up at DIY Thrifty Thursday @ www.thrifty101.blogspot.com! :)

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  8. UnknownMarch 16, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    aww so cute! I bet you have you eye out for maps every place you go huh?! I also love your water with strawberries!! I must try that!!

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  9. Michelle L.March 17, 2011 at 7:30 AM

    Fab! and great pictures! As a Seattle girl born and bred, I appreciate your choice of map...

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  10. ChristinaMarch 17, 2011 at 6:09 PM

    ooooh they ARE fun! And so simple!

    Thanks so much for linking to "20 Below Thursday"! :)

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  11. At The Picket FenceMarch 17, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    No way! I was just looking at some maps today and thinking about using them to decorate my son's room. Now I have another way to use them! These are so cute and fun and I was thinking about how they would make great gifts too. Thank you so much for linking up to Inspiration Friday this week!
    Vanessa

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  12. Mary@redo101.blogspot.comMarch 17, 2011 at 8:24 PM

    I'm a map fanatic and love this idea - thanks for sharing!

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  13. Megan @ Cut the Craft!March 18, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    These are adorable! :)

    Megan
    www.CuttheCraft.com

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  14. TruMarch 18, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    Visiting from 504 Main. Those are cute. Maps seem to be the in thing now.

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  15. Lisa's Creative HomeMarch 18, 2011 at 7:24 PM

    VERY cute idea! I have a few old maps around here and have thought about using them for a few projects. I like this idea:0

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  16. Allison {A Glimpse Inside}March 18, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    Those are super cute! Fabulous idea! Thanks for linking up!

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  17. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    Super cute and So easy! Will definitely be trying this!

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  18. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    You've probably already seen this today but in case you hadn't, I thought I'd pass it along! I thought of you as soon as I saw the picture! http://froufrugal.blogspot.com/2011/03/settee-big-finish.html?showComment=1300509781131#c7469013111015718188

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  19. Natalia LynnMarch 19, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    Wow, I love it! My little one who gets into everything likes to 'play' with our glass coasters, so it is time for something more durable. And we travel a ton, so this is perfect!

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  20. JillMarch 20, 2011 at 5:03 PM

    These coasters are fantastic! I love maps too - and might just make a set of these!

    I would love if you came over and linked this project to my weekly Round Tuit party at:
    http://jembellish.blogspot.com/
    Have a great week!
    Jill @ Creating my way to Success

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  21. UnknownMarch 21, 2011 at 1:55 PM

    This is SO cute - I love all the map projects happening and this is one I could hopefully actually make! Thanks for sharing!

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  22. Alicia@ eco friendly homemakingMarch 21, 2011 at 5:26 PM

    Wow these look awesome!! Really they are just adorable. I am now on the lookout for maps at our thrift stores!

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  23. AnonymousMarch 22, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    These would be perfect for my photos! Great tutorial..following you now from GYCO. I'm at, if you'd like:

    http://livinglifephotographically.blogspot.com/2011/03/celebratin-spring-5-days-of-giveaways.html

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  24. ChiaraMarch 25, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    I am loving this! My husband and I love to travel (before kids), and it would be fun to make some of these for Father's Day (from maps of places we have visited in the past).
    I shared this post on my Friday Favorites today. Feel free to get a Featured Button if you would like.
    Have a great weekend!

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  25. My Dream CanvasApril 2, 2011 at 5:46 AM

    Lovely blog, hope to see you at My Dream Canvas!

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  26. JoAnnaApril 11, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    Wow, it's so funny that you linked this to made by you monday because I just mapped a stool for my classroom and posted it!! I've just discovered Mod Podge and now there's no stopping me!!

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