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Holiday Cork Trivets with 3 Different Uses

I hope you all like holiday projects because I have A LOT more coming in the next few weeks! I know I’m excited :)

I shared these Holiday Cork Trivets over at U-Create last month and I wanted to share them here with all of you too!

There is so much to think about like handmade gifts, new Holiday decor, hostess gifts… oh, my list is growing! Well, I was at IKEA the other day and I came across a pack of 3 round cork trivets. At $2.99 for all 3, I grabbed them and knew I wanted to use them in my Holiday decor this year.

Using my Silhouette and a little paint, I turned these into a simple Holiday decoration for my home. They are a great way to add a festive touch to a wall, door, mantel, or even in a window.

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But wait, there is more! This project can actually serve three functions 1) wall art, 2) a cute holiday cork board and 3) heat trivets for your Holiday tablescape. Talk about a functional gift, can’t beat 3-in-1!

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Supply List:

– 3 Round Cork Trivets

– Acrylic Paints and brush ( I used Americana Snow White, Red Alert and Slate Gray)

– Multi-Purpose Sealer

– Stencil

– Mod Podge (Optional)

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1. Start by creating your stencil. I used my Silhouette to create my graphic. I downloaded this set of graphics for the tree and ornament and this one for the reindeer. I first drew a circle at 6.5″ and then changed the line style to dotted. Then I added in my image to the center. I cut the image onto vinyl.

2. Prepare your cork boards. Because cork is a natural material and full of texture, I gave the cork a coat of Multi-Purpose Sealer to prepare the surface. This will help the paint go on smoother and not absorb as much, but it is not required.

3 . Place the stencil onto the cork. Smooth out the vinyl so there are no bubbles.

4. Place a thin layer of Mod Podge or other clear adhesive over the stencil to help the paint from bleeding through. Let it dry. This step is completely optional. I have found that the layer of glue helps my stencils have a really crisp line, but you don’t have to use it if you are happy with how your stencils generally turn out.

5. Paint over the stencil. Be careful not to apply too much paint at once. Once the first layer dries, apply a second if needed.

6. Carefully pull back the vinyl to reveal your design.

7. Apply a top coat of Mutli-Purpose Sealer. If you plan on using them as heat trivets, this will help seal the paint and make them a little more durable.

I always think it’s nice to give a gift with multiple uses that way whoever you give it to will have a use for it :)

Hope you have a great day and have you heard I’m giving away $1,000 CASH right now?! If that kind of thing interest you, then you can enter here!

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Taryn Whiteaker is the voice of style behind TarynWhiteaker.com (formerly Design, Dining and Diapers) ! Taryn is a previous PR/Marketing professional who got back to her creative roots after becoming a mom and now shares her passion for home decor and design for the world to see. Taryn lives in the greater Seattle area with her husband and three kids and loves coffee, the outdoors, and exploring with her family.

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  4. JaneEllen says

    December 4, 2012 at 8:00 pm

    Love the cork trivets, will be making these. Now if I can only find the cork circles or squares to stencil. I have alot of stencils so will use those for the holiday, other times. They are so great and what a wonderful gift to give and so easy to make. I don’t have a silhouette but as I said I do have several stencils. I might have to cut my own circles or squares out of a sheet of cork I have already if I can’t find the ones like you used. No Ikea here, doggone it. Love what a great gift these can be, I was trying to think of something different I could make this year.
    So glad you shared this brilliant idea. Happy week

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  15. Kelly says

    December 6, 2012 at 7:41 pm

    Great minds think alike… I have some cork coasters waiting to be painted. LOL. Love it! Thanks for the Christmas Coaster idea. Have a fabulous weekend. HUGS!

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  29. Kirstin says

    January 21, 2014 at 9:04 am

    Cute idea! You have inspired me, I am making my own but doing a Candy Hearts for Valentines Day. I’m curious if you have used these as trivets and how the paint/sealer held up to the heat. Thanks!

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