Monday, March 10, 2014

Uses For Unique Personalized Coasters

By Jaclyn Hurley


Finding just the right gift for someone, the perfect accent piece for one's home, or a party favor that will make a lasting impact can be quite difficult. There is one product that actually could be applicable in each of these situations as well as several others. Unique personalized coasters come in many sizes, shapes, designs and materials which makes them great for such occasions.

Part of their versatility comes from the fact that they may be made from many materials including paper, plastic, cork, tile, acrylic, sandstone, crystal, leather and glass. Their designs can bring flair to a room, display special memories or represents an event or occasion. While they can definitely be considered effective conversation pieces, their attractiveness does not subtract from their furniture protecting function.

One reason these items are great for so many situations is that every set is designed individually and given its own personality. Some of the materials from which they might be constructed range from those meant to be disposable to those used with the intent of lasting decades. Unlimited designs may be created by using photographs, fonts, patterns, text and monograms.

They make great birthday, anniversary or wedding gifts because their uniqueness can commemorate special times. For more elegance, they might be made with higher end materials such as leather, acrylic, glass or crystal and etched or embossed with dates and names. Sets may be found in many sizes and possibly purchased with or without a casing to hold the pieces when they are not being used.

One choice quickly growing in popularity, is to use personal photographs as the featured design on each piece. This style makes great graduation, birthday or friendship gifts because they can display favorite memories and special times, bringing a smile to the receiver's face each time the item is used. They are also great to use in one's own space as a way to showcase treasured pictures on a regular basis.

Products that are made with the special thick and absorbent paper are not only functional but provide attractive and affordable keepsakes for parties and celebrations. The name of the occasion and date of the event may be imprinted on them and guests encouraged to take them home. While these are of a disposable nature, they are also durably constructed so that they will not fall apart very easily.

During the holidays, these products can be used in many ways. They make beautiful accent pieces to set around a living room for a festive touch, or to use on an elegantly set table for just the right amount of personalization. Presenting a specially designed set with the makings for hot cocoa is a thoughtful gift idea that keeps giving even after the occasion has passed.

The utilization of various factors such as personal photos, vintage illustrations, text in many fonts, patterns and icons either alone or as part of a combination, can allow one to create interesting pieces. By collecting sets or pieces that represent several events, one can provide many ways to start conversations among guests. A specially designed set and a welcoming beverage can create a perfect housewarming or hostess gift.




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