20+ DIY Clay Coasters To Make

Make a set of DIY Clay Coasters using one of these 20+ tutorials. Choose from air dry clay or polymer clay for beautiful handmade coasters. They're so simple and quick to make and add a chic touch to your home decor while protecting your furniture.

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DIY Coasters.

I'm back with another helping of clay craft inspiration. You might remember these DIY Clay Coasters I made a while ago, well, this time I'm back with not one but 20+ clay coaster ideas just for you!

Making your own cute coasters is such a fun DIY project. You can make nature-inspired coasters using ferns, leaves or flowers for a botanical touch. Geometric coasters using cookie cutters or colourful creations using marbled clay or gradient effects.

And the best part? Coasters aren't just for protecting your coffee table from spills, they add personality to your home and also make lovely handmade birthday, wedding gifts or housewarming gifts.

You can even customise the designs for the holidays! Pumpkins for Halloween, snowflakes for winter, or pastels for Easter.

Different Types of Clay: Finding the Right Fit for Your Coaster.

There are so many different materials to craft a set of coasters (and you can find 25 of them here) but clay stands out for several reasons. It's one of my favourite craft materials to work with.

Versatility: The design possibilities are endless with clay. You can imprint, carve, paint, or even embed objects into it.

Durability: Once dried or baked, clay crafts last and last. They can be varnished to help protect them from heat or moisture.

Personalisation: Unlike store-bought coasters, crafting your own means they can be tailored to your style, the theme of a room, or even personalised as gifts.

There are a couple of different options when it comes to which clay to choose.

Air-Dry Clay: This is one of the easiest clays to work with, especially for beginners. As the name suggests, it dries simply by being exposed to air, no kiln or oven necessary. It's versatile and can be painted or sealed after drying.
Polymer Clay: Favoured for its durability and vast colour options, polymer clay needs to be baked to harden. It can be shaped, textured, and even blended to create unique hues.

Both these clay types are perfect for beginners, readily available in craft stores and require minimal equipment (a rolling pin, baking sheet, cookie cutter, sharp knife and a little water are all you'll need).

Here are a few popular brands:

Polymer Clay.

Fimo - comes in a wide range of colours and effects such as metallics, glitters, translucent and faux stone effects.
Sculpey Polymer Clay - flexible and strong this is a great clay for mixing colours and making canes.

Air-Dry Clay.

Das (the one I use) - comes in white, terracotta and a stone effect and dries to a lovely matte finish.
Crayola Air Dry Clay - dries whiter than Das clay. This one can be bought in a large tub so good if you want to make clay crafts in bulk.

Air dry clay can be painted when dry but it’s not waterproof. Finished pieces can be painted using acrylic paint and sealed using an acrylic sealer or mod podge (check out this post on how to glaze air dry clay). It will give them a glossy finish, protect your designs and help them last longer.

Any excess clay can be saved and used again. Read my How To Store Air Dry Clay post to see how.

There’s no limit to the shapes, patterns and colour combinations you can make with clay. So whether you're looking for an easy clay project to make for your home or a great handmade gift to give to someone special, then these clay coasters are the perfect easy DIY project to try!