Wooden Dowel Coasters

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Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Coasters - Step 1Use anvil pruners to trim off the ends of each 48-inch round dowel, and then cut the dowel into nine 3 1/2-inch pieces for each coaster. Cut each 36-inch square dowel into 12 pieces for each coaster.
  2. Coasters - Step 2Add a light coat of paint or stain to each dowel piece. (Use gloves when working with stain.) Lay the pieces on a drop cloth to dry. The pieces should be dry to the touch in about 20 minutes. If working indoors, direct a fan on the pieces to reduce drying time.
  3. Coasters - Step 3Cut two 3-foot-long pieces of twine or wire for each coaster. Group together nine round dowel pieces (or 12 of the square dowel pieces) to form a square. Tie the twine or wire around the first dowel piece, and then loop the remainder around each piece to secure them together. Tie off and cut the excess when you reach the end. Repeat to secure the opposite end of the coaster. Hostess Tip: Give each guest a jar of polyurethane for adding a protective finish to the coasters later.

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