I love this DIY Scrabble Coasters idea.  It would make great gifts and you could easily pick up an old scrabble game at a thrift store and make it into tiles so you aren't purchasing a brand new game.  Win-win for repurposing something used and making a unique gift for that special someone.  It is really simple to make as well, you'll be surprised what a little glue can make possible!

DIY Scrabble Coasters

Recycle those Scrabble tiles and make clever and quirky coasters. A set would make a great house warming gift, or just a fun craft to make with the family.

Scrabble Coaster Supplies:

• [easyazon_link keywords=”Scrabble tiles” locale=”US” tag=”reamom0b-20″]16 Scrabble tiles[/easyazon_link] (makes one coaster)
• [easyazon_link keywords=”Xacto” locale=”US” tag=”reamom0b-20″]Xacto[/easyazon_link] or [easyazon_link keywords=”Utility Knife” locale=”US” tag=”reamom0b-20″]Utility Knife[/easyazon_link]
• Ruler
  
• Glue Gun
• 4” x 4” piece of thin cork that can be cut with [easyazon_link keywords=”Xacto Knife” locale=”US” tag=”reamom0b-20″]Xacto Knife[/easyazon_link]* (you can also use craft foam or felt)
• Paper towel

Scrabble Coaster Instructions:

The coaster will be four tiles wide and four tiles high. Take your Scrabble tiles and figure out what letters you would like to use. I choose to use four 4-letter words that have something to do with beverages. Here are some suggestions:

• Beer, Brew, Hops, Pint
• Stir, Lime, Iced, Salt
• Wine, Pour, Vine, Cork
• Java, Shot, Bean, Teas

1. Next, lightly sand the back of all the tiles so the glue has a stronger hold.
2. Using the E-6000 (in a well ventilated area), put an even layer of glue on the back side of the first tile. Glue it to the upper right hand corner of the cork making sure the top and right edge is flush with the cork.
3. Take the glue and run it along the right side of the tile you just placed. Be sure not to use too much.
4. Glue the back of the second tile and place the it to the right of the first. Squeeze the tiles tightly together. If the glue oozes out the top or sides wipe it off carefully with a paper towel.
5. Glue the remaining tiles in place, remember to place a bead of glue between the edges of the tiles that are adjacent to each other.
6. Let the tiles dry overnight.
7. Trim off the edges of the cork and pour yourself a drink!

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