Whether you are a coffee lover or a chai-tea drinker, we are sure that one of the hardest parts of drinking is getting rid of the stain marks on the mug leaves. And, if you are a no-stain lover, we are sure you must have coasters around your household. Coasters also make for a lovely corporate gift or a wedding keepsake. The uses are multifold. Coasters are more than a pretty accessory, adding to their merits. There are many types of coasters in the market, from resin coasters to personalized paper coasters, we will discuss them more in the blog below. So, grab your cuppa, and read with us.
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Did You Know When Coasters Were Invented?
I have a knack for all my readers to know a little about the history of everything I write about. So, as per the customary, let’s delve into the history of coasters. The first case of the coasters noted in history dates back to the late mid-1700s. The earlier designs resemble trays made of paper mache (using paper pulp with glue), wood, and silver. They were used for different purposes, after the meal used to be over, these paper trays were used to slide the wine bottles across the table. Later in the 1800s, the German printing company invented the first cardboard coasters. Ever since then, coasters gained huge popularity and now can be seen everywhere from cafes to households.
Why You Shouldn’t Miss Out on Using Custom Coasters?
Coasters are multi-functional. They can also be used for aesthetic purposes. Coasters when used as an accessory to elevate the setting and improve the decor, can be placed on the table setting. Even in the bars, they serve as a drink topper. They would add charm to a wooden table for a hot cup of brewing coffee. When you choose to customize your coaster, it can be a representation of your style and personality. Once you have your coaster designed, you can use it occasionally, with friends and guests, or every day. They are good for both hot and cold drinks, so you can easily create a mood for your next party. Use them to serve soda, iced tea, margaritas, martinis, coffee, latte, to plain water.
How To Personalize Coasters To The Next Level?
A key trend that nobody should miss out on is personalization. From a t-shirt to a coaster, one should take the opportunity to be creative and showcase your unique style. The first step to designing a coaster is to choose the text that you want it to have. Texts can be a funny quote, your favorite quote, or your name, a monogrammed coaster can have the initials of your partner and you. Along with a text, incorporate a design or a pattern. A few popular choices include floral patterns, hearts, animals, sports, and geometric prints. If you are using the coasters for a special occasion like, a baby shower, or a bachelorette, you can easily find some design ideas across the web.
For corporate events, you can use brand logos. After deciding on the text and design, comes the selection of the color, which has two aspects. The color of the base material and the imprint color. The most popular choice for a custom-printed pad is white. The imprint color can be the color of your theme party. For example, for a baby shower party, you can blue color for the imprint, to also serve as a gender reveal. Choose a font style that reflects your personality.
Types of Coasters For Different Celebrations
You will be able to find coasters made with different materials in the market. Commonly seen coasters are made of cork, concrete, resin, wood, acrylic, and paper. For customization, using a paper-based coaster is more cost-effective, and can be used as a wonderful keepsake. Choose a high-quality disposable coaster as they are very easily personalizable. If you are using them for your coffee table, you can buy a resin-based coaster, if you have white interiors, an ocean-colored resin will enhance the overall appearance of your table. Choose the material as per your occasion, and the budget.
Surprise Your Friends With Coasters As A Gift
Coasters, due to their easy customizability, have become popular for a gift. An elegantly designed monogrammed coaster can be gifted to a couple when they move into a new house, as a housewarming gift. For a newlywed couple, you can create a design with the couple’s name and the date of the wedding. For the holidays, you can create cute designs with reindeer and Santa and gift them to all your family and friends. Many websites help design a coaster or have a spectacular pre-designed collection to choose from. In the end, I would like to conclude that, whatever your preference is, you can never go wrong with a coaster, so don’t forget to add this to your next celebration.