We're especially excited to share today's DIY project from Belle Strachan. These nautical rope coasters look more difficult to make than they actually are and we think they would make perfect wedding favors or table decor for guests! Or, if like us, you don't have a wedding coming up, they would be a fun project for your house or friends!

3 yards rope per coaster
tape
lighter
glue or thread

Directions ( based on this post with a video!)

1. Start by drawing the basic shape of the coaster on a piece of paper. You'll use this as your guide for shaping the rope.
2. Follow the steps above to create the basic shape of the coaster. It's easiest to tape the first loops to the paper and use them as a guide for the inner loops. Once you complete the basic shape with five points, repeat the process three more times.
3. Flatten out the coaster and then use the lighter to melt the two ends of the rope to keep them from fraying.
4. Secure the ends with a little bit of glue or sew them to the chords next to them.

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Krista fell in love with all things wedding-related after an internship with a Philadelphia invitation studio. Along with her graphic and web design work, Krista also enjoys photographing portraits and weddings. Krista was married January 1st, 2010 and lives with her husband Davey and their two dogs.