Nothing beats a cold, foggy day in San Francisco than a warm Irish Coffee at The Buena Vista. Except maybe two Irish Coffees! Just a week ago, we sauntered into our favorite local establishment and imbibed in a couple of these delicious liquid refreshments. The fact that it wasn't cold or foggy isn't really important! [It was actually close to 80 degrees that day.] However, we didn't miss our chance to dine at The BV anyway. After all, it's been a San Francisco icon since 1889.
Back in Southern California [tell me again why we ever moved?], it was time to think about a gift for Father's Day. I immediately remembered the two napkins I [accidentally on purpose] took with me that day. The napkins detail a beautiful line drawing of The Buena Vista. How can I incorporate these into a gift for my husband?
Although I'm a master at decoupage, I had never used napkins in any of my projects--until now.
Since the napkin was so thin, I decided to first decoupage plain cardstock onto the tile. I cut two 3-3/4" squares, rounded the corners and edged them with brown chalk. Then decoupaged the cardstock to the tiles.
I cut out the illustration with sharp scissors, keeping the napkin folded. It was easier to get a precise cut using the four napkin layers. Then I CAREFULLY decoupaged the just the top layer of the napkin to the front of the cardstock tile.
It was a little tricky to lay down the thin napkin, but if you work gently and quickly, you get a great result. Three more coats of decoupage and felt rounds to the back finished the project.
I think they look pretty legit. Wonder if the BV wants to sell them in their gift shop right next to their personalized Irish Coffee mugs?
The gift was a big hit.
Happy Father's Day, dear!
[This is an unsolicited post and only reflects the opinion of this writer.]
those came out great!! cool idea. Now I'm in the mood for an Irish Coffee!
ReplyDeleteLove the coaster idea - I've yet to make some, but it's on my to=make list of crafting.
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Paula
Wow, these look wonderful -- yes, good enough for their shop ;-) I never would have tried something as flimsy as a napkin but your tutorial has inspired me. Thanks for sharing.
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have a super weekend!
enjoy *~*
Oh these are fantastic. It's been probably 20 years (ack!) since I went to the BV for the first and only time. Someday again...
ReplyDeleteThey make the perfect look for coasters. What a fantastic idea. Sometimes guy gifts are hard to craft, but you came up with a real hit here. Thanks so much for linking up at I Gotta Create!
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Just wanted to let you know I featured this as part of my link party wrap up today!
ReplyDeleteThey look great, I think its a wonderful idea and hope to make some oneday soon, thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteWOW! Love this! Hugs and blessings, Cindy
ReplyDeleteDoreen, those coasters turned out beautifully! Such a creative idea and and wonderful keepsake!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea ! Love this! :-)
ReplyDeleteNice job! They turned out very well.
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