These DIY Music Sheet Coasters are the perfect way to put me in just the right mood when I take a break for some much needed “me time.”
I have such a busy life. There seems to never be enough time to get everything done that I need to do. Sound familiar?
With the endless gardening tasks, also comes a need to take the occasional break, and what better way to do this than to relax with a soothing cup of tea? 
Each one of the coasters is covered with sheet music. I majored in music when I went to college, so I love any type of craft that has a music theme. Just seeing the music on the coasters makes me smile.
What is even better is that each coaster has a pretty silhouette word that embodies some of the things that are important to me. Add in a warm cup of tea and you have a recipe for instant relaxation.
Ready to make some DIY Music Sheet Coasters?
These DIY Music Sheet Coasters are very easy to make and need only a few supplies. I used these supplies:
- cork coasters
- black vinyl stick on silhouette letters
- Mod Podge(or other clear acrylic sealer,)
- clear spray varnish
- 2 pieces of heavy scrapbook paper with music notes. (They gave a nice thick top to the coaster and were very easy to work with.)
My cork coasters had a pretty good edge finish to them but, if you have older coasters that are frayed, you may need to sand the edges a bit to make them smooth.
Using a pencil, trace around the outside of the coaster on the sheet music and then cut out the shapes. Try to position the shape so that the music lines are somewhat centered for best effect.
The next step is to add Mod Podge to both the top of the coaster and the back of the music shapes.
You will want a reasonable amount of it but not too much. Be sure to bring the sealer all the way to the edge of the coaster so the paper will stick well.
Press down well, particularly around the edges and then use an old credit card to push out any excess sealer and trapped air bubbles. It will dry fairly quickly so this step is pretty fast.
Once the sealer is dry and the sheet is well attached and smooth, add another layer of the Mod Podge to the top of the coaster. Once again, it dries pretty quickly.
Time for our Relaxing Words!
Now comes the part that I like the best. Think of words that mean a lot to you, and put you in a good mood. For me, the words were Calm, Love, Home, Enjoy, Sleep, and Joy.
I used black script adhesive silhouette letters for my coasters. If you have a silhouette machine, you can make your own transparent letters.
Attach each word to the center of the coasters on an angle. I had originally been meaning to make four coasters, but I liked them so much I found another two old wooden coasters that were a little smaller and covered them, too.
I like the slight contrast of the top of the coasters as sort of “book ends” to the set.
Add another layer of Mod Podge to the top of the coasters and over the letters of your mood words. Also add a coat of the sealer to the edges of the coasters. Allow everything to dry thoroughly.
Once the DIY Music Sheet Coasters are totally dry, apply two coats of clear spray varnish on them, making sure to allow them to dry completely between the coats.
This gives the coasters a finish that will withstand drips of the tea and other moisture and also gives them a nice semi gloss finish.
I just love the farmhouse look of these DIY Music Sheet Coasters. They have a nostalgic look that goes with any sort of cottage chic home decor. It’s hard to know which coaster to choose first.
Each coaster sets the tone for a different mood. I feel relaxed just looking at them!
What words will you use to add to your coasters? For more ideas for using Bigelow Tea, be sure to visit them on Pinterest.
These tea coaster fit right into my farm country kitchen look that I have going on right now. I know I will enjoy using them.
24 responses to “DIY Music Sheet Coasters – Perfect for That Special Cup of Tea”
Very neat! I love the music sheet design even without the lettering. Pinning this to my DIY board!
Thanks Amy and thanks for pinning too! Carol
I’m under the assumption a person could make any type of DIY Coasters, pertaining to whatever their hobby or passion in life is? This would be a great idea for some of my family members, who use coasters often! My mother-in-law has a love for family quotes, primitive decor, and our family. There are so many different idea that can be incorporated into making personalized coasters! Thank you for this wonderful idea!
What a nice comment. Yes, anything could be used as the top part. I was so in love with just the whole project! Carol
I love this whole idea, the music sheets or something totally different like the other commenters mentioned. It’s such a lovely personalized gift or decor item to add to the home. This idea could be wonderful using passages from well-known books, too. Of course, don’t rip pages from your own, maybe buy them second hand! haha Well done, Carol. I absolutely love it. PS I’ve been drinking a ton of Balance tea from the Bigelow Benefits line. It’s so tasty! #client
Thanks Courtney. It was such a fun project to do and I love the tea too! Carol
These are wonderful .. what a great idea to add an intention to my morning cup of tea ritual. I was a piano player for years .. so the musical notes are nostalgic for me. Tea .. who doesn’t love a good cup (my favorite is rose). And sweet words to remember are always welcome.
The whole thing had a really relaxing effect on me. Can’t remember when I did a project that I enjoyed as much as this one. Carol
These turned out great. My mother in law is an amazing piano player and loves her music. I think we might make these for her for Mother’s day. thank you for the fun idea!
I bet she will love them! Carol
Awe, I love that the coasters have such meaningful words on them. I also like that maybe, just maybe, my grown son will use the coasters since they have something to do with his favorite hobby … music.
Now there’s a thought. Perhaps your furniture will thank me! Carol
I love those. What a great idea. I am not too crafty but I think I could manage making these
You could Erinn. They are super easy and quick to make. Carol
These turned out fantastic! I am always looking for classy vintage DIYs, and this is perfect! Thanks for the great photos with it.
My pleasure Jennifer. Glad you liked the project! Carol
Love these coasters! Very original! I also am a big tea drinker so enjoy hearing about all of these flavors.
Thanks Katie. Glad you like them!
How absolutely cute are those music coasters. I have never thought about making my own coasters until I saw this post. I am interested in seeing what I can DIY, because I’m so not crafty, haha. Thank you for sharing this!
Hi Tiara. This is the perfect project for someone who wants to start crafting. Carol
Your sheet music coasters turned out beautifully! I have a few music lovers in my family that would absolutely love to receive these as a gift. It is something that is so simple, but could really mean something special to someone.
Thanks! They were such fun to make. Carol
I need that blueberry mug in my life! Where did you find it! And the coasters are awesome too.
It was a gift from my mother. Not sure where she got it. Carol