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DIY Terrazzo-Inspired Coasters: Affordable Entertaining Essential by Designer Kristin Guy

Terrazzo's vibrant, multicolored marble aesthetic is trending in modern interiors, from kitchen backsplashes to tabletops. As an interior designer with years of experience styling spaces, Kristin Guy of Dine X Design shares this budget-friendly DIY: custom terrazzo-inspired coasters perfect for hosting. Durable, stylish, and easy to make—cheers to elevated entertaining!

Tools and Materials

  • (4) 2-ounce packages of White Oven-Baked Modeling Clay
  • Variety of multicolored oven-baked modeling clay
  • Razor blade or utility knife
  • 3" or 4" circle cookie cutter
  • Smooth, non-stick surface or sheet of waxed paper
  • Craft roller
  • Adhesive cork or plastic bumpers

Prep the Clay

DIY Terrazzo-Inspired Coasters: Affordable Entertaining Essential by Designer Kristin Guy

Kristin Guy, Dine X Design

DIY Terrazzo-Inspired Coasters: Affordable Entertaining Essential by Designer Kristin Guy

Kristin Guy, Dine X Design

Roll out the white modeling clay to 3/4" to 1/2" thick and slightly over 4" in diameter. Use a utility knife to cut small pieces of colored clay into varied shapes and sizes.

Create the Terrazzo Pattern

DIY Terrazzo-Inspired Coasters: Affordable Entertaining Essential by Designer Kristin Guy

Kristin Guy, Dine X Design

Arrange the multicolored clay pieces randomly on the white base. Gently roll them in with a craft roller until fully embedded and the surface is smooth. Maintain at least 1/4" thickness.

Cut the Coasters

DIY Terrazzo-Inspired Coasters: Affordable Entertaining Essential by Designer Kristin Guy

Kristin Guy, Dine X Design

Press the circle cookie cutter firmly into the clay sheet and carefully remove the individual coasters.

Bake and Finish

DIY Terrazzo-Inspired Coasters: Affordable Entertaining Essential by Designer Kristin Guy

Kristin Guy, Dine X Design

DIY Terrazzo-Inspired Coasters: Affordable Entertaining Essential by Designer Kristin Guy

Kristin Guy, Dine X Design

Bake the coasters on a cookie sheet per the clay package instructions. Allow to cool completely, then attach cork or plastic bumpers to the bottoms to protect surfaces. These vibrant coasters bring high-end terrazzo style to your home affordably and make thoughtful gifts.

DIY Terrazzo-Inspired Coasters: Affordable Entertaining Essential by Designer Kristin Guy

Kristin Guy, Dine X Design