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How to make bunny coasters

By Bunnings magazine /

bunny shaped jute coasters on a coffee table

Overview

Add some fun to your table this Easter with these super quick and easy bunny coasters. All you need is a hot glue gun, some jute twine and a craft disc and a few spare minutes!

Safety tip: Always wear the appropriate safety equipment (safety glasses, gloves, ear muffs and a mask, for example) and always follow the instructions for the product or equipment.

When using a hot-glue gun: Always wear eye protection and a mask, and work in a well-ventilated area. When not using the gun, place it on its stand and when you are finished with the appliance, allow it to cool down before storing it away. Do not leave your hot-glue gun unattended while using it or directly after use.

Painting and handling silicone: When working with these items, always wear appropriate safety equipment – gloves, eye protection and a mask – and ensure that your work space is well ventilated.

Steps

1Start with your jute cord

First up, trim the end of your jute cord so you start with an unfrayed edge. Lay down a circle of hot glue in the centre of a coaster. Now, without cutting the cord, make a tight spiral and press it down onto the glue. Hold the cord in place for a few seconds to make sure that it adheres.

person trimming a spiral of jute

2Continue to glue your spiral

Keep adding hot glue in small sections to increase the size of your spiral. After adding some glue, wind some more jute around your spiral and continue to press it down into the glue. When you make it to the end – the coaster will be completely covered with your spiral – trim the cord and secure it with a dab of hot glue on the side of the coaster.
person glueing a spiral of jute

3Time to add some ears!

Now for the fun part – adding some ears! Cut two 15cm lengths of jute – these will be your ears. Shape each piece into a bunny ear shape, then glue both ends to the top edge of the coaster using your hot glue gun. Finally, lightly pinch the tip of each ear to help make the perfect bunny ear!
preson cutting a spiral of jute to make it look like bunny ears
Health & Safety

Asbestos, lead-based paints and copper chromium arsenic (CCA) treated timber are health hazards you need to look out for when renovating older homes. These substances can easily be disturbed when renovating and exposure to them can cause a range of life-threatening diseases and conditions including cancer. For information on the dangers of asbestos, lead-based paint and CCA treated timber and tips for dealing with these materials contact your local council's Environmental Health Officer or visit our Health & Safety page.

When following our advice in our D.I.Y. videos, make sure you use all equipment, including PPE, safely by following the manufacturer’s instructions. Check that the equipment is suitable for the task and that PPE fits properly. If you are unsure, hire an expert to do the job or talk to a Bunnings Team Member.