Do you own a woodburning kit? Oh my goodness the fun that you can have! While I was home visiting my parents recently, my mom had these ‘Do It Yourself’ magazines (a Better Homes and Garden Publication). I was like a kid in a candy store browsing through all the incredible inspiration. One magazine had this fun project using cork and a woodburning pen! Soooo, my wheels started turning and I just happened to buy some cork trivets while at Ikea (in Dallas), so I couldn’t wait to share this project with you. This DIY Cork Trivet makes a fabulous Mother’s Day gift, housewarming gift and so much more!!
What I love-love-love about these is that the design won’t rub off, smear and it doesn’t need to be sealed! Wha?!? Let’s grab a few supplies: Cork Trivets, Woodburning Pen, Black Pen/Marker and a Stencil (optional, particularly if you’re good at free hand). The cost of this project was so incredibly minimal. The trivets were $3.00 and I got my woodburning pen for 50% off with a Micheal’s coupon (my cost $15.00). Aaaand I’m pretty darn sure that the woodburning kit will be put to good use time and time again {smile}.
Anywho, let’s get started. While your woodburning pen is warming up (follow the instructions according to the package), trace your design of choice onto the cork trivet with a black pen or marker. The stencil(s) I used were from my half bath stenciling project way back when. The lines will blend in as you burn the design, so don’t stress about it being too light, too dark or any imperfections.
And let the woodburning corkburning begin {hee-hee}.
Depending on the tool you purchase (or own) for burning, the tip you use will determine how long it might take. I used a round tip and it took about 15 minutes. Easy breezy! Below you can see I’m making progress….
What do you think? Pretty fabulous, right? Here’s another fun twist!
Consider using this same technique for DIY Cork Coasters too!
Seriously — Oh the possibilities!! Father’s Day gift anyone?
Free hand a design, use your initial, doodle …. and so much more!
What are you waiting for?
There is all kinds of fabulous to be made!
Happy Crafting.
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Paula Parrish says
05/03/2013 at 8:21 amGreat Project! I am always on the lookout for different DIY gifts to give to family and friends for the upcoming holidays. Thanks for sharing. ;o)
Kelly Rowe says
05/12/2013 at 10:37 pmThanks so much for loving on my project, Paula! xo
Julie Whittle says
05/03/2013 at 9:12 amTerrific idea! I picked up some 12″ square cork blocks at a yard sale and wondered what I was going to do with them. I also have numerous quilt block patterns. Hmmmm…..
Kelly Rowe says
05/12/2013 at 10:37 pmWoot Woot! Sounds like you’re set to go for some fabulous cork projects!! Enjoy. xo
Diane (createdbydiane) says
05/03/2013 at 9:54 amWhat a fun project!
Kelly Rowe says
05/12/2013 at 10:38 pmThank you so much for stopping by, Diane! xo
Lyuba@willcookforsmiles says
05/03/2013 at 10:28 amI love this idea, Kelly! SO pretty 🙂
Kelly Rowe says
05/12/2013 at 10:39 pmYAY! So glad you like, Lyuba! I hope you had a fabulous Mother’s Day. xo
kristine says
05/03/2013 at 3:03 pmWhat a GREAT idea….as usual! I love the trivet! Thanks for sharing your “creative craftiness” with us. 🙂
Kelly Rowe says
05/12/2013 at 10:41 pmThanks, Kristine! xo
Claire @ A Little Claireification says
05/03/2013 at 5:50 pmSuch a fun and different idea! Love this!!
xoxo,
Claire
Kelly Rowe says
05/12/2013 at 10:42 pmThanks, Claire! I loved that it was different… along with fun and easy 🙂 xo
Melissa@TheHappierHomemaker says
05/03/2013 at 5:53 pmI love this, what a great idea!
Kelly Rowe says
05/12/2013 at 10:43 pmThanks so much, Melissa! Happy crafting!! xo
Gina says
05/03/2013 at 6:06 pmWell doesn’t that look like lots of fun! Will have to give that a try.
Kelly Rowe says
05/12/2013 at 10:44 pmGina… so easy and fun!! You’ll have to let me know what you think if you give it a try! xo
Melissa @ My Recent Favorite books says
05/03/2013 at 6:22 pmSuch a cute idea! =)
Kelly Rowe says
05/12/2013 at 10:44 pmThank you, sweet friend!! You’re comments are such a bright spot in my day. HUGS!!
kara says
05/03/2013 at 7:07 pmWow! That does look like fun! I love how they came out too 🙂
Kelly Rowe says
05/12/2013 at 10:51 pmYAY! I’m so glad you like it, Kara! Thanks so much for stopping by. xo
Deb@LakeGirlPaints says
05/06/2013 at 7:42 amGreat project!
You’re right – so many possibilities!
Deb
Kelly Rowe says
05/12/2013 at 10:50 pmThanks so much, Deb! xo
Shannah @ Just Us Four says
05/07/2013 at 7:26 amThis looks awesome. I have never tried woodburning before but it is definitely on my list!
This is a fantastic project! Would you consider linking this up at my Pinworthy Projects Party? I hope to see you there!
Kelly Rowe says
05/12/2013 at 10:50 pmThanks so much, Shannah! Let me know what you think if you give a it a try! xo
Jamie says
05/08/2013 at 12:06 amOooh that’s so cool! I didn’t realize that’s how you did it! I love this!
Jamie @ somuchbetterwithage.com
Kelly Rowe says
05/12/2013 at 10:49 pmIt’s a fabulous technique — oh the possibilities! Thanks so much for stopping by and loving on my project. Have a fantastic week! xo
Bonnie @ Uncommon says
05/09/2013 at 12:15 pmLove these Kelly! My daddy gave me a woodburning tool for Christmas and I have to try this!
Kelly Rowe says
05/12/2013 at 10:48 pmYAY!!! Happy woodburning… it’s too much fun! xo
Ellora @ Creatively Southern says
05/10/2013 at 2:41 pmWhat a great idea! I’ve never tried the woodburning technique but I love the way your trivet turned out! Love the designs and learned something new! Thanks for sharing!!
Kelly Rowe says
05/12/2013 at 10:45 pmHi Ellora! Thanks so much for visiting with me here at LLR 🙂 So excited to hear that you liked my project and learned something new. xo
Jenn says
05/11/2013 at 10:36 pmThis is awesome Kelly! I might have to add a woodburning tool to my craft supplies! Thanks so much for coming out to the party at Clean and Scentsible. I’ll be featuring it tomorrow. Hope you are doing well – miss you!
Jenn 🙂
Kelly Rowe says
05/12/2013 at 10:47 pmYAY! Thanks so much, sweet friend. Miss you too…. all is well, I trust you can say the same. HUGS!!!
Judy says
05/14/2013 at 3:43 pmWhat a cute idea. I will be featuring this tonight at my Swing into Spring party that opens at 8pm EST. Please stop by and pick up an I’ve Been Featured button. Thanks. http://diybydesign.blogspot.com
Kim~madeinaday says
05/14/2013 at 7:48 pmThese are so cute, love the coasters! Thanks for the inspiration and thanks for linking up last week on Made in a Day!
Kim
Heather says
05/20/2013 at 6:45 pmI need to try a woodburning tool sometime – it looks like so much fun! I love your trivet! Thanks for sharing your creativity at Project Inspired! Hope to see you at tonight’s party 8 pm EST!
Marvelous Mommy says
05/02/2014 at 3:40 pmSO neat! I love the mustache one!