A Beginner-Friendly Level 1 Direct Method Mosaic Project for Love, Memory, and the Footprints That Stay
🐾 Paw Print Coaster Mosaic DIY Kit
Create your own Paw Print Coaster — a meaningful, beginner-friendly mosaic project designed for animal lovers, pet parents, mindful makers, and anyone who understands that some companions leave marks on the heart forever.
This 10cm shaped mosaic coaster kit introduces you to the joy of mosaic making through the direct method, where each tessera is placed directly onto the coaster base. No mesh. No complicated transfer process. Just a gentle, hands-on beginner project that lets you learn the foundations of mosaics one piece at a time.
The Paw Print Coaster is small enough to feel achievable, but meaningful enough to feel deeply personal. It becomes a practical coaster, a tiny mosaic artwork, a pet memorial keepsake, or a handmade gift for someone who has loved an animal deeply.
This kit is best for complete beginners, animal lovers, grieving pet parents, mindful makers, pet memorial gift buyers, rescue supporters, families, small groups, and anyone drawn to art about love, loss, memory, loyalty, companionship, and the quiet footprints that stay.
Please note: each Paw Print kit option includes different items. Some are digital only, some include Level 1 Masterclass support, and some are physical kits available Australia-wide only.
Image Prompt — Hero Kit Image
Create a premium hero image showing the full Paw Print Coaster kit range: printable digital template pages, instruction sheets, paw print shaped 10cm coaster bases, warm neutral tesserae, grout, adhesive, tools, gift packaging, a Level 1 Masterclass access card, and finished Paw Print Coasters. Keep the Paw Print design completely accurate, shaped correctly, true to the original colours, proportions, grout, edges, and handmade character. Warm golden light, soft neutral linen, recycled timber, subtle pet-memory styling, and a small card reading “For the footprints that stay.”
🌿 Choose Your Paw Print Coaster Kit Option
🧩 Kit 1 — Design-Only Digital Pattern
Paw Print Coaster | Digital Template Only
Format: Digital design-only template
Skill level: Beginner / Level 1
Method: Direct method
Best for: makers who already have their own supplies
Course access: not included
Physical materials: not included
Finished size: 10cm shaped coaster
This is the simplest and most flexible Paw Print Coaster option.
The design-only digital pattern gives you the printable Paw Print Coaster template so you can recreate the design using your own tiles, adhesive, grout, coaster base, tools, and colours.
It is ideal if you already have mosaic supplies at home and simply want a meaningful, animal-inspired design to make in your own way.
Because the Paw Print Coaster is created using the direct method, you place each tile directly onto the shaped coaster base rather than working on mesh. This makes it a gentle foundation project for learning how mosaics come together in a clear, beginner-friendly way.
The paw print shape gives you a simple but emotionally rich design to practise spacing, placement, small curves, and symbolic mosaic making without feeling overwhelmed.
What’s Included
Paw Print Coaster digital template:
Printable design pattern
Finished reference image
Basic layout guidance
Design for a 10cm shaped coaster
What’s Not Included
Tiles or tesserae
Grout
Adhesive
Coaster base
Sealant
Tools
Printed instructions
Physical materials
Postage
Level 1 Masterclass access
Choose this option if: you only want the printable Paw Print Coaster design template.
Image Prompt — Digital Pattern Only
Create a clean flat lay of the printable Paw Print Coaster template beside loose neutral, cream, brown, black, soft grey, or warm-toned tesserae, a pencil, ruler, and a small card reading “Digital pattern only — materials not included.” Keep the paw print template clear and shaped accurately.
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📥 Kit 2 — Digital Design & Instruction Kit
Paw Print Coaster | Digital Template + Step-by-Step Instructions
Format: Digital download
Skill level: Beginner / Level 1
Method: Direct method
Best for: makers who want guidance while sourcing their own materials
Course access: not included
Physical materials: not included
Recommended digital option: yes
This is the best value digital option for most beginner makers.
The Digital Design & Instruction Kit includes the printable Paw Print Coaster template plus step-by-step guidance to help you create the coaster using your own materials.
It is perfect for international makers, beginners, animal lovers, and anyone who wants more support than a template alone.
You’ll receive guidance on materials, tools, tile placement, spacing, direct method making, grouting, finishing, and creating a functional coaster so you can work through the process with more confidence.
This option gives you the structure of a kit without needing a physical box shipped to you.
What’s Included
Printable Paw Print Coaster template
Detailed step-by-step instructions
Video or download guidance where available
Finished reference image
Materials guidance
Tools guidance
Direct method guidance
Tile placement support
Spacing guidance
Grout guidance
Tips for creating a functional coaster
Download-only access
What’s Not Included
Physical tiles or tesserae
Grout
Adhesive
Coaster base
Sealant
Tools
Printed materials
Physical postage
Level 1 Masterclass access
Choose this option if: you want the Paw Print design plus clear step-by-step instructions to help you make it with confidence.
Image Prompt — Digital Instructions
Create a warm beginner workspace image with a tablet or laptop showing Paw Print Coaster digital instructions beside printed template pages, loose tesserae, grout sample, pencil notes, and a calm cup of tea. Add subtle animal-lover details like a small pet tag or paw-shaped keepsake. Keep the Paw Print design accurate and unaltered.
🎓 Kit 3 — Digital Design & Instructions + Level 1 Masterclass
Paw Print Coaster | Digital Kit + Beginner Direct Method Learning Support
Format: Digital design, instructions, and Level 1 learning support
Skill level: Beginner / Level 1
Method: Direct method
Best for: complete beginners who want extra confidence and technique support
Course access: Level 1 Masterclass included
Physical materials: not included
This option is for makers who want to learn properly from the beginning.
It includes the Paw Print Coaster digital design and instructions, plus access to the Level 1 Mosaic Masterclass, focused on beginner-friendly direct method mosaic making.
This is a beautiful choice if you do not just want to make one coaster — you want to understand how mosaics work.
The Level 1 Masterclass helps you build a strong foundation in materials, tools, adhesives, substrates, tesserae, spacing, placement, grouting, finishing, and confidence. It supports the small decisions that can feel confusing when you are new.
The Paw Print Coaster is a perfect Level 1 project because the shape is manageable, the design is emotionally meaningful, and the direct method lets you learn the basics in a practical, hands-on way.
What’s Included
Printable Paw Print Coaster template
Detailed digital instructions
Finished reference image
Direct method guidance
Beginner-friendly making support
Materials and tools guidance
Tile placement and spacing tips
Grout planning support
Level 1 Mosaic Masterclass access
Download-only access
What’s Not Included
Physical materials
Tiles or tesserae
Grout
Adhesive
Coaster base
Sealant
Tools
Postage
Choose this option if: you want digital instructions plus Level 1 Masterclass access to start your mosaicing journey with more support.
Image Prompt — Level 1 Masterclass Option
Create a calm learning flat lay with the Paw Print Coaster template, a Level 1 Masterclass screen, beginner mosaic notes, neutral tesserae, grout swatch, and a card reading “Direct Method — Beginner Level 1.” Keep the Paw Print design shaped correctly and completely unchanged.
🎁 Deluxe Additions in All Physical Kits
Physical Paw Print kits are designed to feel beautiful from the moment they arrive.
Depending on the kit option selected, physical kits may include:
Gold tissue paper
Ribbon
Gift note
The month’s Mosaic Mail Club Edition
Premium presentation box
Bonus sticker
Extra beginner support
Careful packing for safe delivery
🎁 Kit 4 — Physical Materials Kit: Set of 2
Paw Print Coaster Kit | Materials Only | Set of 2
Format: Physical materials kit
Skill level: Beginner / Level 1
Method: Direct method
Best for: makers in Australia who already have basic tools
Course access: not included
Physical materials: included
Finished size: 2 coasters, each 10cm shaped
Available: Australia only
This option includes the physical materials to create a set of 2 Paw Print Coasters.
It is a practical choice if you want the main materials prepared for you, but you already have basic tools and are comfortable working with simple instructions.
You receive the design, shaped coaster bases, tesserae, adhesive, grout, and instructions — ready for a quiet, meaningful direct method making session.
The Paw Print design makes this kit feel especially personal. As each piece is placed, the coaster slowly becomes a small daily reminder of loyalty, memory, companionship, and the love that still walks beside you.
What’s Included
Materials to make 2 Paw Print Coasters
2 × 10cm shaped coaster bases
Tesserae for the design
Grout
Adhesive
Printed template
Step-by-step instructions
Finished reference image
Careful luxurious packaging for safe delivery
What’s Not Included
Level 1 Masterclass access
Digital course lessons
Extra tools unless specifically stated
You Provide
Water
Protected work surface
Mixing container
Any extra preferred tools
Choose this option if: you want the physical materials for a set of 2 Paw Print Coasters and already have basic tools.
Image Prompt — Materials Kit Set of 2
Create a neat flat lay showing two 10cm paw print shaped coaster bases, neutral paw-inspired tesserae, grout, adhesive, printed template, and instructions. Include soft linen, recycled timber, warm natural light, and a small card reading “Materials only — set of 2.” Keep all coaster shapes accurate and true to the Paw Print design.
🌸 Kit 5 — Complete Physical Kit: Set of 2
Paw Print Coaster Kit | Complete Beginner Set of 2
Format: Complete physical kit
Skill level: Beginner / Level 1
Method: Direct method
Best for: beginners who want a complete physical kit
Course access: not included
Physical materials: included
Finished size: 2 coasters, each 10cm shaped
Available: Australia only
This is the complete Paw Print Coaster kit for makers who want the easiest and most convenient physical option.
Everything is prepared for you so you can open the kit and begin with confidence.
You’ll create a set of 2 Paw Print mosaic coasters using the direct method, placing each tessera directly onto the shaped coaster base and slowly bringing the design to life beneath your hands.
This is a beautiful option for complete beginners, thoughtful gift buyers, animal lovers, families, or anyone wanting a meaningful creative project with a practical finished result.
The set of 2 is perfect for making one to keep and one to gift, creating a matching pair for your coffee table, or sharing a quiet making moment with someone who understands the love of animals.
What’s Included
Materials to make 2 Paw Print Coasters
2 × 10cm shaped coaster bases
Tesserae for the full design
Grout
Adhesive
Printed template
Step-by-step instructions
Finished reference image
Basic tools
Video tutorials where available
Maker support through the studio
Careful luxurious packaging for safe giftable delivery
You Provide
Water
Protected work surface
Small container or bowl for grout mixing
Time to enjoy the process slowly
Choose this option if: you want a complete physical kit for a set of 2 Paw Print Coasters.
Image Prompt — Complete Set of 2
Create a premium studio hero shot of the complete Paw Print Coaster set-of-2 kit opened beautifully, with two shaped coaster bases, tesserae, grout, adhesive, instructions, basic tools, and a finished Paw Print Coaster pair. Warm neutral styling, soft shadows, giftable packaging, and subtle animal-lover cues.
🌿 Kit 6 — Complete Physical Kit: Set of 4
Paw Print Coaster Kit | Complete Beginner Set of 4
Format: Complete physical kit
Skill level: Beginner / Level 1
Method: Direct method
Best for: makers who want a fuller project or matching coaster set
Course access: not included
Physical materials: included
Finished size: 4 coasters, each 10cm shaped
Available: Australia only
This option gives you the complete Paw Print Coaster experience as a set of 4 functional mosaic coasters.
It is perfect if you want a larger making session, a matching handmade coaster set for your home, or a more generous handmade gift for an animal lover.
The set of 4 gives you more time to settle into the rhythm of direct method mosaic making. With each coaster, you can become more confident in your placement, spacing, adhesive use, grout finish, and overall creative flow.
By the end, you will have a meaningful set of handmade Paw Print Coasters — practical enough for daily use and beautiful enough to leave on display.
This is a lovely option if you want the satisfaction of a full coaster collection rather than a single small project.
What’s Included
Materials to make 4 Paw Print Coasters
4 × 10cm shaped coaster bases
Tesserae for the full coaster set
Grout
Adhesive
Printed template
Step-by-step instructions
Finished reference image
Basic tools
Video tutorials where available
Maker support through the studio
Careful packaging for safe delivery
You Provide
Water
Protected work surface
Mixing container
A little extra time to enjoy the fuller set
Choose this option if: you want a complete physical kit for a set of 4 Paw Print Coasters.
Image Prompt — Finished Set of 4
Create a finished set of 4 Paw Print Coasters styled on a warm table with mugs, soft linen, recycled timber, native greenery, gentle candlelight, and a framed pet photo in the background. Keep every coaster shaped accurately, true to the original Paw Print design, and consistent in size.
✨ Kit 7 — Deluxe Gift Kit: 2-of-2, 2-Person Experience
Paw Print Coaster Kit | Deluxe 2-Person Beginner Mosaic Experience
Format: Deluxe physical kit
Skill level: Beginner / Level 1
Method: Direct method
Best for: two people making together, gifts, creative dates, friends, family members, parent-child making, mindful craft sessions, animal lovers, and premium presentation
Course access: not included
Physical materials: included
Finished size: 2 makers each get their own unboxing experience. Create 2 sets of 2 Paw Print Coasters.
Available: Australia only
This is the most giftable Paw Print Coaster kit option.
The Deluxe 2-of-2, 2-Person Experience is designed for two people to enjoy the meaningful joy of mosaic making together. Each maker creates their own giftwrapped set of 2 Paw Print Coasters, making this a beautiful shared creative activity for friends, couples, family members, craft nights, pet lovers, or thoughtful self-care gifting.
It turns the Paw Print Coaster project into more than a kit — it becomes a shared ritual.
A quiet afternoon at the table.
Two sets of hands.
Two little coaster collections.
One gentle creative moment about love, memory, animals, and the footprints that stay.
Because the Paw Print Coaster is a beginner-friendly direct method project, it is approachable even for people who have never made mosaics before. The shaped 10cm design, clear template, and emotional story make it a lovely introduction to tile placement, spacing, adhesive, grouting, and finishing.
The deluxe presentation makes the experience feel extra special from the moment it arrives — thoughtful, generous, creative, and ready to enjoy together.
What’s Included
Materials for 2 people
Each person makes 2 Paw Print Coasters in their own giftbox
4 × 10cm shaped coaster bases total
Tesserae for all 4 coasters
Grout x2
Adhesive x2
Printed templates x2
Step-by-step instructions x2
Finished reference image x2
Premium gift-style packaging x2
Studio support
Carefully packed delivery
Choose this option if: you want the most giftable deluxe 2-person experience — perfect for making together, gifting, or sharing a meaningful beginner mosaic moment.
Image Prompt — Deluxe 2-Person Kit
Create a deluxe Paw Print Coaster kit scene styled for two people at a table, with two separate making stations, two gift boxes, paw print shaped bases, tesserae, grout, adhesive, soft linen, warm light, tea cups, and a card reading “A creative moment for the love that stays.” Keep all Paw Print designs accurate and unaltered.
🐾 The Story Behind the Paw Print Coaster
Some loves do not leave loudly.
They stay in the quiet places.
In the empty bed by the wall.
In the collar kept in a drawer.
In the soft habit of looking toward the door.
In the silence where little footsteps used to be.
The Paw Print Coaster is a small mosaic artwork about the animals who walk beside us for part of our lives and somehow remain with us for all of it.
It is about companionship.
Loyalty.
Memory.
Grief.
Gratitude.
The strange, tender way love can still feel present after loss.
A paw print is such a simple shape, but it carries so much.
It remembers the dog who followed you from room to room.
The cat who curled beside you when the world felt too heavy.
The rabbit, guinea pig, bird, horse, ferret, or companion animal who became part of your routine, your comfort, your family, your heart.
When you make this coaster, each tessera becomes part of that memory.
One piece for the walks.
One piece for the cuddles.
One piece for the mischief.
One piece for the comfort.
One piece for the goodbye.
One piece for the love that still remains.
The finished coaster becomes more than something useful.
It becomes a small daily ritual — a place to set your cup, pause for a moment, and remember that love leaves a mark.
Not all grief has to be hidden away.
Not all memorials have to feel heavy.
Sometimes remembrance can be warm, practical, gentle, and handmade.
The Paw Print Coaster whispers:
They were here.
They mattered.
Their love still walks with me.
Image Prompt — Emotional Story Image
Create a warm emotional close-up of the finished Paw Print Coaster beside a cup of tea, soft linen, a small framed pet photo, dried native flowers, and gentle natural light. The mood should feel loving, peaceful, and hopeful, not gloomy. Keep the coaster shaped accurately and the mosaic design completely unchanged.
✨ Why You’ll Love Making the Paw Print Coaster
This kit is symbolic, useful, tactile, and beginner friendly.
It gives you the satisfaction of creating a finished mosaic without the pressure of a large project.
You’ll love the Paw Print kit if you want:
A true beginner-friendly mosaic project
A Level 1 direct method coaster kit
A shaped 10cm mosaic project
A meaningful animal lover craft kit
A pet memorial mosaic kit
A handmade gift for a grieving pet parent
A mindful adult craft kit
A functional coaster you can actually use
A gentle introduction to adhesive and grout
A small creative project with emotional meaning
A way to learn mosaic basics through a soft, achievable design
This is a lovely first mosaic because it teaches real technique in a small, manageable format.
You are not just decorating a coaster.
You are learning how mosaic pieces, spacing, adhesive, grout, shape, and finish work together.
And at the end, you have a tiny artwork of your own — something useful, lasting, and full of love.
Image Prompt — Finished Coaster in Use
Create a lifestyle image of a finished Paw Print Coaster beneath a mug on a warm neutral table. Include soft morning light, subtle shadows, native greenery, and a small pet keepsake nearby. Keep the coaster accurately shaped, 10cm scale, and true to the original mosaic design.
🧩 What You’ll Learn
The Paw Print Coaster is designed as a Level 1 direct method mosaic project, making it ideal for beginners.
Depending on the kit option you choose, you may practise:
Following a mosaic template
Understanding the direct method
Placing tesserae directly onto a shaped coaster base
Working with adhesive
Planning spacing between tiles
Creating a balanced paw print shape
Working around curved edges and small details
Preparing for grout
Applying grout
Cleaning the mosaic surface
Sealing and finishing a functional coaster
Building confidence with mosaic tools and materials
This design is satisfying because the paw print gives you a clear visual guide while still feeling personal and expressive.
You do not need to make everything perfect.
Mosaic is handmade.
Memory is layered.
Love is imperfect and still whole.
You simply follow the design, place one piece at a time, and let the paw print slowly appear beneath your hands.
Image Prompt — Process Image
Create a process image showing hands placing tesserae directly onto a 10cm paw print shaped coaster base, with the Paw Print template nearby. Include small bowls of tesserae, adhesive, tweezers, soft linen, and warm studio light. Make the process clear, beginner-friendly, and true to the direct method.
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🎓 Why Choose the Level 1 Masterclass Option?
The Level 1 Masterclass option is ideal if you want to feel supported from the very beginning.
Instead of guessing your way through the process, you’ll learn the foundational skills behind mosaic making from the start.
This can help you understand not only what to do, but why each step matters.
In Level 1, you’ll learn about:
Basic mosaic materials
Beginner-friendly tools
How to set up your workspace
How to use adhesive
How to follow a design
How to place tiles with confidence
How to manage spacing
How to work with shaped coaster edges
How to grout
How to clean and finish your piece
How to avoid common beginner mistakes
How to build confidence before moving into larger mosaics
The Paw Print Coaster is a perfect Level 1 project because it is small, structured, meaningful, practical, and achievable.
Soft CTA:
Select the Level 1 Masterclass option if you want the most supported beginner path into mosaic making.
Image Prompt — Course Support Image
Create a premium image of the Paw Print kit materials beside a Level 1 course screen, with notes labelled “direct method,” “spacing,” “adhesive,” “grout,” “shaped coaster,” and “beginner confidence.” Keep the Paw Print design accurate and unchanged.
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🕯 A Slow, Comforting Creative Ritual
This is not a project that asks you to rush.
The Paw Print Coaster invites you to slow down.
To sit with colour.
To place each piece.
To let your hands focus gently.
To make something that carries memory without needing to explain it.
For some people, this kit may feel like a pet memorial project.
For others, it may simply celebrate the animals they love now.
Either way, it holds the same tender truth:
Animals change us.
They teach us routine, gentleness, patience, play, loyalty, responsibility, and unconditional presence.
Making this coaster can become a quiet way to honour that bond.
You do not need to be an artist.
You do not need to have experience.
You do not need to make it perfect.
The direct method gives you a simple way to begin: place the tiles directly onto the base, follow the pattern, let the design grow slowly, then grout and finish your piece.
By the end, you will have something real.
Something useful.
Something made by you.
A small paw print to hold your cup, brighten your table, and remind you that love can remain in the gentlest ways.
🎁 A Meaningful Gift or Self-Gift
The Paw Print Coaster Mosaic Kit makes a thoughtful gift for someone who loves:
Animals
Pets
Creative hobbies
Mindful craft
Handmade homewares
Relaxing art kits
Beginner-friendly projects
Slow weekends
Craft nights
Useful handmade gifts
Art with emotional meaning
Pet memorial keepsakes
Learning something new
It is especially lovely for someone who has recently lost a pet, adopted a rescue animal, moved through grief, or wants a gentle creative way to honour a beloved companion.
The set of 2 is perfect for a small creative treat.
The set of 4 is ideal for a fuller homewares project, a handmade gift set, or a shared making experience.
The deluxe 2-person version turns the whole project into something even more special — a creative gift that can be enjoyed together, side by side.
Image Prompt — Gift Scene
Create a gift-style image of the Paw Print Coaster kit beside ribbon, gold tissue paper, soft linen, a handwritten card reading “For the footprints that stay,” and a finished Paw Print Coaster glowing in warm natural light. Keep all artwork and coaster shapes accurate and unaltered.
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📦 Shipping & Availability
Digital kits are available worldwide as downloads.
Physical kits are available Australia only.
Free Australia-wide shipping applies to physical kits.
Each physical kit is luxuriously packaged and is an experience in itself — receiving and opening a Mosaic Maker’s Studio kit is part of the joy. Each order is carefully packed for safe delivery, with attention given to protecting the materials and making the experience feel beautiful when it arrives.
Digital kits are downloads only. No physical materials are shipped with digital products.
Orders placed before Friday 12pm ship Monday.
Subscription boxes ship monthly ASAP at the start of the month.
🌱 Mindful, Adult-Minded Crafting
The Paw Print Coaster Mosaic Kit is designed as grown-up creative time.
Unrushed.
Tactile.
Useful.
Gentle.
Meaningful.
Deeply satisfying.
It is beginner-friendly without feeling childish, practical without feeling plain, and emotional without feeling heavy.
Carefully created in Victoria, Australia, this kit brings together slow making, functional design, animal love, memory, storytelling, and beginner mosaic technique in one small but memorable project.
💛 Art That Gives Back
Every Paw Print purchase carries meaning beyond the making.
10% of proceeds support organisations fighting sexual violence.
When you choose this kit, you are not only making something beautiful and useful for your home.
You are helping creativity, care, and meaningful change ripple outward.
Image Prompt — Brand Impact Image
Create a soft branded image of the Paw Print Coaster kit beside the Shimmer and Whimsy House logo and a small card reading “10% of this purchase went towards fighting sexual violence.” Keep the image warm, respectful, premium, and emotionally gentle.
🧩 Which Paw Print Kit Should I Choose?
Choose Kit 1 if you only want the printable Paw Print design template.
Choose Kit 2 if you want the Paw Print template plus step-by-step digital instructions.
Choose Kit 3 if you want digital instructions plus Level 1 Masterclass access to start your mosaicing journey.
Choose Kit 4 if you want physical materials for a set of 2 Paw Print Coasters and already have basic tools.
Choose Kit 5 if you want a complete physical kit for a set of 2 Paw Print Coasters.
Choose Kit 6 if you want a complete physical kit for a set of 4 Paw Print Coasters.
Choose Kit 7 if you want the most giftable deluxe 2-of-2, 2-person experience — perfect for making together, gifting, or sharing a meaningful beginner mosaic moment.
Image Prompt — Variant Comparison Graphic
Create a clean comparison graphic showing all 7 Paw Print kit options from digital-only through deluxe 2-person gift experience, with simple labels: “Digital Only,” “Instructions Included,” “Level 1 Masterclass,” “Materials Only,” “Complete Set of 2,” “Complete Set of 4,” and “Deluxe 2-Person Gift Kit.” Use warm neutral styling and keep all Paw Print design images accurate.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
🐾 Is this one kit or several options?
This product page includes several Paw Print Coaster kit options. Each variation has different inclusions, so please choose the one that best matches what you need.
📏 What size is each coaster?
Each coaster is a 10cm shaped coaster.
🌱 Is this beginner friendly?
Yes. The Paw Print Coaster is designed as a beginner-friendly Level 1 mosaic project.
🧩 What method does this kit use?
The Paw Print Coaster uses the direct method. This means the tiles are placed directly onto the coaster base, rather than being made on mesh first.
🎓 Is this a Level 1 Masterclass project?
Yes. The Paw Print Coaster is suited to beginner Level 1 learning, especially for direct method mosaic basics.
Only the variants that specifically include Level 1 Masterclass access should be listed as including the course.
📥 Which options are digital only?
Kit 1, Kit 2, and Kit 3 are digital options.
They do not include physical materials or postage.
📦 Which options are physical kits?
Kit 4, Kit 5, Kit 6, and Kit 7 are physical kit options.
Physical kits are available Australia only.
🧰 Which option is best if I already have mosaic materials?
Choose Kit 1 if you only need the pattern.
Choose Kit 2 if you want the pattern plus detailed instructions.
Choose Kit 3 if you also want Level 1 Masterclass learning support.
🌿 Which option is best for complete beginners?
Kit 3 is the best digital option for beginners who want extra learning support.
Kit 5 is the best complete physical option for beginners who want a set of 2.
Kit 6 is best if you want a fuller complete set of 4.
Kit 7 is the most giftable deluxe option for two people making together.
👯 What does 2-of-2 mean?
The 2-of-2 kit is designed for two people.
Each person creates their own set of 2 Paw Print Coasters, making 4 coasters total.
✨ Do I need perfect tile placement?
No. Mosaic making is handmade, and small variations are part of the beauty.
The Paw Print story is especially meaningful because it honours love, memory, and emotional connection. Small imperfections are not failures — they are part of the handmade character of the piece.
☕ Are the finished coasters functional?
Yes. The finished pieces are designed to be practical coasters as well as small mosaic artworks.
🌏 Do digital kits include physical materials?
No. Digital kits are downloads only.
✈️ Do physical kits ship internationally?
At this stage, complete physical kits are Australia only.
International makers can choose the digital kit options and source materials locally.
🛒 Create Your Paw Print Coaster Your Way
A paw print.
A beginner-friendly direct method project.
A practical coaster with the soul of a tiny memorial artwork.
The Paw Print Coaster is gentle, symbolic, useful, and deeply satisfying to make.
Choose the kit option that fits your making style best.
Start with the digital pattern.
Follow the full instruction kit.
Learn through the Level 1 Masterclass.
Create a set of 2.
Make a full set of 4.
Or choose the deluxe 2-person version and turn this little Paw Print mosaic into a slow, beautiful creative ritual you can share.
Let each piece become part of the memory.
Let each shape hold its meaning.
And make something useful, lasting, and full of love.