Build your own cactus coasters

Create a wooden cactus… and fend off coffee cup stains

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again – we love the cactus motif.  From pumps to posters, we just can’t get enough of desert-plant designs. But our current favourite has to be this set of cactus coasters by British designer Clive Roddy.

cacti coaster

On a functional level, the green wooden discs have been designed to protect work surfaces from pesky coffee-cup stains. But there’s much more to this drinks mat set than first meets the eye. Each coaster has a notch in the side which means they can be slotted together to create an array of different three-dimensional cactus designs. 

Each product is comprised of a terracotta pot, a birch plywood top, and six mint green water resistant discs of slightly varying sizes, providing surface protection for up to seven cups. 

cacti coaster

When your coasters aren’t in use, get creative and build your own cactus – then you can either keep your masterpiece on display or leave the discs neatly stacked at the end of each day, ready for a new composition tomorrow.

We know it doesn't beat the real thing, but it is practical, endless fun – and a cool addition to any desk or coffee table – what’s not to love?

Check out Clive Roddy's website for more unique designs, or if you want to know more about the read deal, visit out cactus dossier in our plant guide