Monday, April 20, 2026

T Stands For Coasters

 

At 3:52 p.m my time today, one comment was published.  I was overjoyed.  However, that joy was quickly dashed when, after publishing this post, I couldn't get another comment in the queue to publish.  When I tried to reinstall Firefox, I got the message that Firefox is up to date, and it wouldn't let me reinstall it.  I am once again sorry, but I seem to STILL be unable to publish my comments.

Welcome to another edition of T Stands For Tuesday.

Now it's time to recycle some felt.

I have several pieces of felt that were left over from previous projects.  Some of the pieces are quite small.

Using various objects to draw circles around, I cut five circles.

I cut two of the largest circle because the black circle is the one that will sit on a table.

I stacked the circles on top of each other and tried to match the center lines as equally as possible.

Did you think I would miss an opportunity to create something with my wonky sewing?  I began in the center and worked my way around the smallest circle.

Then I worked my way outward.

I used different variegated thread on the two sides.

It was time to see if this prototype design would work from a functional standpoint.

It seems to work fine with a cup

and a mug, too.  This is day 18 of 22 leading up to bEARTHday and I recycled bits and pieces of felt left over from other projects.

Now it's your turn.  The rules are extremely simple.  Your drink related post may be anything from a photo of a glass, cup, or mug, to an actual drink.  You may choose to share a sketch or a digital, hybrid, or traditional page in your scrapbook, art journal, or altered book.  Maybe you'd prefer to share a tag, or wow us with your photography.  You might choose a postcard or decorated card.  Or perhaps you prefer to review a place you visited, a movie, or book.  It makes no difference as long as it's drink related.  And don't forget that the more unique and outside the box it is, the better we like it.  Please tie it back here, and please link only to your T post, not your entire blog.  When you link, Bleubeard, the T gang, and I will be by to visit.   Bleubeard would also like to remind you that your photos may be taken any time, even months ago, if you choose.

 

This post was originally published in April, 2017.  For 2026, this is Day 21 of 22 leading up to bEARTHday.  Thank you for visiting today.  Your continued support has kept me going and I am extremely grateful.  Bleubeard is, too.

 

 

16 thoughtful remarks:

Tom said...

...I need to get around to it!

Cloudia said...

Good for you. I hate to throw anything else and I love when I get to reuse something in another project!

Christine said...

Great

My name is Erika. said...

This is a great idea. I love all the colors. And I love the fun stitching too. I hope you have a super T day and have a great start to the new week. hugs-Erika

Sharon Madson said...

Your coaster is adorable. I wish I could sew. But when I finally get the machine threaded, it just breaks the thread, or I can’t get the tension right! Ugh! Happy TDay, Elizabeth!

Iris Flavia said...

Oh, my Singer sure shouts at me... great project!

Connie said...

Felt is an excellent fabric for coasters, but I never thought of using it. Thanks for the inspiration ♥️♥️♥️

Kathylorraine said...

loving your repurpose project

Lisca said...

That's a great coaster. (I don't think I remember it, but then it was a long time ago)
Happy T-Day,
Lisca

CJ Kennedy said...

Cute way to use up felt scraps. Happy T Day

Christine said...

Nice coasters

da tabbies o trout towne said...

how cool is this elizabeth! great job and hoping tomorrow starts off pawz up awesome for you 🦋🦋🦋‼️😸

bleu N squiggles makez sur ewe get elizabeth sum thin reel lee cool for her bearth day ‼️‼️😸🐾

Rostrose said...

Dear Elizabeth, that's a delightful recycling idea – your coasters look great too.

I'm sorry you're having "failed to publish" problems again!

And I'm sorry I'm only getting back to you now. We unfortunately have a serious illness in the family, so everything is taking me longer...

All the best from Austria
Traude

Mia said...

I LOVE your coaster, Elizabeth! Great wonky stitching with variegated threads. Beautiful! Hugs, my friend.

Lydia C. Lee said...

I can't get the pics to load. Sorry. How frustrating for you. I'm having a lot of tech issues too. I feel I've said exactly this to you before...ha!

MELODY JACOB said...

Firefox troubles are the absolute worst, especially when you're just trying to share some joy in the comment section! It’s so frustrating when the "up to date" message blocks a clean reinstall. Hopefully, a quick cache clear or a different browser might let those comments through soon.