Crafting with Markers - Dapper Flamingo Cocktail Coast

Crafting with Markers - Happy Hour Dapper Flamingo Coasters

Hey guys! This is project two in my "Crafting with Markers" series!  It's no secret that my favorite hour of the day is Happy Hour! So I here is an easy DIY tutorial on how to make these dapper flamingo coasters. Feel free to use the flamingo image I made below as a template for this project.

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Supplies:

  • Posca markers or ceramic markers
  • Flamingo template (download here)
  • Black ceramic coasters (I got these from Michaels for under $4)
  • Scissors
  • Varathane's Spar Urethane clear coat waterproof sealer
Crafting with Markers - DIY Coasters

1. Cut out flamingo template

DIY Flamingo Coasters

2. Use Posca markers to outline the flamingo

DIY Flamingo Coasters - template included

3. Fill in the flamingo and add a legs and a cocktail glass! I also added some fun retro patterns to the background

Crafting Coasters with Markers

4. Allow marker ink to dry for an hour then spray on a thin layer of the sealer. Allow the sealer to dry for a full 24 hours before using. 

DIY Dapper Flamingo Cocktail Coasters

What's a dapper Flamingo without a bow tie?! 

DIY Flamingo Happy Hour Coasters
Crafting with Markers - DIY Dapper Flamingo Coasters
DIY Happy Hours Coasters - Dapper Flamingos

OMG my brother just told me a random fact about flamingos...apparently they're pretty stinky! LOL! Thanks Xavier...I still love them them though! 

Made with love, 

Enid

Enida charming project