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Recycled Street Sign Coasters

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OK, OK, I admit it- I am becoming my mother. After a childhood of militant groaning everytime I was told to use a coaster, I've morphed into a coaster distributing fiend when I have guests- a room full of nice wood furniture sure can change a person...

 
 

However much I find myself channeling Mom's traditionalism in this respect, I like to try to keep my coasters cool and interesting so my house doesn't look like Mom's. These cool coasters made from recycled street signs are just the ticket to bring a little urban edge into the home. Individually handcrafted by Rhode Island artist Boris Bally, these recycled DOT coasters measure 4.5" square and are sold in sets of four. The $70 per set price tag may seem steep, but these are art with function, and would make an excellent housewarming or hostess gift.

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Cool, but a little steep for a set of four. They should last forever, though.

posted by sciteach on September 16th 2009 at 6:39pm
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I've got a keychain he gave me years ago & it has taken some serious abuse...his work is tough! I really want one of his trashcans!

posted by Sudlow Jewelry on September 16th 2009 at 6:43pm
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Boy people make it hard to recycle at those prices.....how about bamboo coasters, just as eco friendly but not as pricey

http://www.homewetbar.com/brick-bamboo-drink-coasters-set-of-4-p-1250.html?osCsid=b5977040f1b1c5360b1d799ae734930c

posted by boxerchick on September 16th 2009 at 10:40pm
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http://store.sprouthome.com/10reecofrlec.html

posted by boxerchick on September 16th 2009 at 10:44pm
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http://www.eco-artware.com/catalog/MB6-coasters.php?c=tabletop

posted by boxerchick on September 16th 2009 at 10:45pm
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I'm currently using some free Corian sample squares (4" X 4")from Home Depot as coasters.

I do like those street sign coasters, though!

posted by mirandabee on September 17th 2009 at 6:55am
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I use silestone sample tiles for coasters too!

posted by asinner on September 17th 2009 at 9:25am
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