Bottle opener coasters

I have an artist fair this weekend where I sell mostly turned items, but these tree branch coaster bottle openers sell really well.

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I like the idea, but as someone who has messed around with branch coasters and crafts, I feel like 1 in 3 of these is just going to break
- I haven't had any break, ever, and I've made and sold hundreds.
  
  Perhaps it's the wood type? I only use oak and hard maple.
  
  Also looks like you're stabilizing them? Or what's in the cracks?
  
  Maybe. I am by no means a professional and just use whatever is handy.
- I'd also worry about them scratching my table.
  
  The metal is recessed. So the opener part and the screws never touch anything.
  
  Pretty sure they’re for outdoor use.
Mmmm looks like fried zucchini.
- Forbidden squash
Neat. It'd look better with a brass opener though in my opinion.
- Yes, for something to make as a gift, brass would be great.
What are you pricing them at?
- $5. The metal opener costs $1 and they take a few minutes to make.
- $5. They take a few minutes to make and the metal piece costs $1.

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