DIY Gilded Agate Coasters

Agate is has been having a major moment in home design the past few years, but the gorgeous natural rock doesn't come cheap. Typically, coasters like these retail for $75! So, we thought we'd give you a little present this holiday season and teach you how to DIY them for yourself! Quick, easy and oh-so-elegant, these gilded coasters make for the perfect gift.

Agate slicesGold leafAdhesive penSealant (optional) Small paintbrushClear rubber bumpers (optional) Masking tape

Use the adhesive pen to cover the edges of the agate slice with adhesive. Place a bit of tape on the slice to mark where you start gluing, so you’ll know when to stop when you come back around to the beginning.

Place the agate on a bit of cardboard or tin foil to dry for about 10 minutes.

When the edges of the agate are slightly tacky to the touch, gently press on gold leaf. Keep pressing on more leaf until the rim is covered in gold.

Use the dry paintbrush to gently brush off the excess gold leaf.

For more protection, you can paint a thin coat of sealant on the edges to seal them. You can also attach 4 self-stick rubber bumpers to the bottom of each coaster to protect your surfaces.

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