Tile pattern coaster craft for 11-year-olds
This geometry-based craft is for 11-year-olds making a set of four coasters. It uses paper and cork rather than ceramic tile cutting.
What to buy
Heavyweight white cardstock sheets
4 sheets
Colored cardstock sheets
8 sheets
Cork coaster blanks
4
Geometric grid printouts
4 sheets
Ruler
1
Pencil
Eraser
Fine-tip black markers
2
Glue sticks
2
Clear self-adhesive contact paper
1 roll
Scissors
1 pair
Who this list is for
This tile pattern coaster craft is for 11-year-olds who enjoy geometry, color placement, and making a matching set of four. The finished coasters use paper and cork blanks, with no ceramic tile cutting.
How to use this list
Use the geometric grid printouts, ruler, and pencil to plan one pattern for each coaster. Draw or cut shapes from colored cardstock, then arrange them on the heavyweight white cardstock sheets before gluing. Trim each design to fit a cork coaster blank and cover it with clear self-adhesive contact paper for a neat paper surface.
Common mistakes
Do not stick down every shape before checking the pattern from a short distance; uneven spacing is easier to fix while the pieces are loose. Avoid covering the coaster with contact paper before trimming the edges. Keep glue sticks away from the visible side of the contact paper so it stays clear.
What is on this list
You need four heavyweight white cardstock sheets, eight colored cardstock sheets, four cork coaster blanks, and four geometric grid printouts. Also included are a ruler, pencil, eraser, two fine-tip black markers, two glue sticks, one roll of clear self-adhesive contact paper, and scissors. Cross off anything you own before starting.
When you are done
Press down the contact paper edges and check that each coaster sits flat. Let any glued paper settle before stacking the four coasters, then keep them as a set for display or everyday use.
FAQ
Who is "Tile pattern coaster craft for 11-year-olds" for?
This tile pattern coaster craft is for 11-year-olds who enjoy geometry, color placement, and making a matching set of four. The finished coasters use paper and cork blanks, with no ceramic tile cutting.
How should I use "Tile pattern coaster craft for 11-year-olds"?
Use the geometric grid printouts, ruler, and pencil to plan one pattern for each coaster. Draw or cut shapes from colored cardstock, then arrange them on the heavyweight white cardstock sheets before gluing. Trim each design to fit a cork coaster blank and cover it with clear self-adhesive contact paper for a neat paper surface.
What should I skip or avoid with "Tile pattern coaster craft for 11-year-olds"?
Do not stick down every shape before checking the pattern from a short distance; uneven spacing is easier to fix while the pieces are loose. Avoid covering the coaster with contact paper before trimming the edges. Keep glue sticks away from the visible side of the contact paper so it stays clear.
What is on the "Tile pattern coaster craft for 11-year-olds" list?
You need four heavyweight white cardstock sheets, eight colored cardstock sheets, four cork coaster blanks, and four geometric grid printouts. Also included are a ruler, pencil, eraser, two fine-tip black markers, two glue sticks, one roll of clear self-adhesive contact paper, and scissors. Cross off anything you own before starting.
What should I do when I am done?
Press down the contact paper edges and check that each coaster sits flat. Let any glued paper settle before stacking the four coasters, then keep them as a set for display or everyday use.
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