Dollar Tree's Wood Pallets Make The Cutest Coasters For Your Coffee Table

When trying to decorate your home on a budget, Dollar Tree is a treasure trove for cost-conscious shoppers. Their aisles are brimming with a wide variety of trendy items ranging from picture frames to vases to seasonal decor — all for the bargain price of $1.25. And if you happen to be the sort of person who loves to DIY things for your home, you'll find no shortage of items that are easy to customize. Case in point: Dollar Tree's Mini Wood Pallets. Not only do these products make the perfect drink coasters for your coffee table, but they also offer you a blank canvas onto which you can add some of your unique personality and style.

Need inspo? TikTok creator v20designs shares how she used a wood stain and decoupage to elevate her pallet coasters. First, you'll need to remove the price tags from the pallets (try this simple trick to get stickers off of wood if you have any stubborn residue). Next, lightly sand the pallet to smooth the surface — this will help the stain absorb more uniformly. Wipe away any sanding dust, and use a rag to apply a coat of your wood stain of choice. If you want a similar look to what's shown in the TikTok, use Minwax "Weathered Oak" Wood Stain, available at Lowe's for $9. Once dry, trace the pallet onto decorative paper and cut it out. Apply a layer of Mod Podge to the top of the pallet, press the paper on top, and lightly sand off the paper between the slats. Lastly, seal the paper with a coat of polyurethane and add your cute new coasters to your coffee table.

In addition to the decoupage method above, there are a variety of other ways to add style to your coasters. For a simple and fuss-free DIY, you could use washi tape on your decor to create a beautiful striped pattern. Simply attach a strip of tape across each of the wood slats, apply a coat of polyurethane to seal them in, and you're done. Another easy way to personalize your coasters would be to paint the pallets. You could paint each one in a different color or keep it cohesive with all one color. Additionally, you could use paint to create an interesting design such as a floral motif, an ombre effect, or a checkerboard pattern.

Another fun twist would be to use a stencil to paint a unique design, such as seashells for cute coastal vibes or perhaps a dainty lace pattern if grandma chic is more your speed. Stencils are also a great way to add a monogram or custom text to your coasters as well. It could be your family's initials, a family crest, or even a funny quote like "Sip, sip, hooray!" If you'd prefer to keep the look of the wood grain intact instead of painting the coasters, you could just apply wood stain. Alternating stain colors on each of the slats would lend a lovely rustic look. Furthermore, if you're looking for more DIY ideas, check out our other ways to DIY coasters to protect your wood furniture.