When that summer heat starts beating down there's nothing for it but to concoct a refreshing cocktail. These are some of our favorites.

This Watermelon-Tequila cocktail from Food & Wine combines watermelon, tequila, blueberries, mint and fresh lime juice (aka SOME OF THE MOST DELICIOUS THINGS) in one refreshing, easy to make cocktail.

This frozen Dark & Stormy by Esquire is dangerously good, and again, way too easy to make.

And what would summer be without a great go-to sangria recipe up your sleeve? This Cucumber Sangria from Better Homes & Gardens puts a refreshing twist on the classic drink.

How could these delicious beverages make any more of a splash you ask? Served on Coastermatic coasters, of course. Start a set!

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This set of coasters by Sam Christie captures some great memories. He tells the tales here!

CM: Any stories to recount behind the images you used?

SC: I was in a band from grade school to high school and parts of college called Counterfeit Pennies. We played a festival called Bamboozle in 2007 and put out a few EPs. This was the first t-shirt we ever made, with the original spelling of Counterfit. If you want to relive our glory days check out Counterfeitpennies.bandcamp.com.

The sandcastle picture is one I had built to propose to my fiancée. It's figures of Belle and Adam (the beast) from Beauty and the Beast. We were living in San Diego at the time and this was at a hiking spot called Torrey Pines. I had the castle built so you could see it at one of the hiking lookouts over the beach, it was about 6ft tall and "Marry Me Jess?" was written really huge in the sand near the castle so she could see it.

I bought a small guitar from Toys"R"Us, told her I was giving her guitar lessons at the lookout, then played the song from The Wedding Singer for her ('I Wanna Grow Old With You'). Then I took her to the spot where she could see it in the sand and proposed. We filmed the whole thing as well, it was pretty epic.

CM: How have friends responded to your coasters?

SC: They love them! It's a very unique (and affordable) way to share memories in a creative way.

Coastermatic coasters are a great way to capture memories. Choose your favorite Instagrams and create your own set!

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Family photos are the focus of this Coastermatic collection. Jason Ruston made a set each for his mom and grandmom for Mother's Day and they were a big hit.

CM: Any stories to recount related to the images you used?

JR: I recently moved from Toronto, Canada to be with my wife Barbara who lives in Hawaii. We met last August in San Francisco and got married two months later. Barbara has children, I have a dog. I wanted to remind my mother and grandmother that all is good and we are very happy. These photos were taken this past Easter.

CM: How did they respond to the coasters?

JR: They both thought the coasters were unique and a conversation starter. I could have chosen artwork or a different theme, but since they are photos of us that is where the conversation will most likely start. What are these? How did you get there photo on the coaster? That sort of thing.

Jason and Barbara Ruston co-own His+Hers Photography. Jason Ruston is the owner and graphic designer behind Ruston Design.

We love that Coastermatic is being used to create personalised gifts! Why not create a set for someone you love?

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Shane Gilman is a San Francisco-based commercial photographer, who loves using his Instagram photos to create unique gifts. These Coastermatic coasters featuring his girlfriend Deviné show just how fun coasters can be!

CM: How did you find Coastermatic?

SG: I found Coastermatic using Google. I was looking for Instagram gift ideas and these coasters are perfect! I just sent two sets to friends who recently celebrated a big birthday in San Francisco. They absolutely LOVED them!

CM: Who's the fun-looking person in the photo?

SG: She is my brilliant girlfriend, Deviné. We were shooting some headshots and this goofy shot is my favorite! We have many incarnations of this in our apartment. My favorite is this coaster, which sits on my desk.

Got some goofy pics you'd like to see on a coaster? Make a set!

PS: Check out Shane's cool Instagram magnets by Sticky9!

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Ciera Holzenthal is the owner, graphic designer and blogger behind the Ciera Design Studio and founder of The Made in Mind Social.

She specializes in visual branding and, as you can tell from the stunning images on her coasters, has a great photographic eye. Ciera's blog is full of helpful advice for small businesses, and other fun stuff like DIY projects and links to her favorite design-related Instagrammers.

CM: What do you like about Coastermatic?

CH: I love being able to customize items for my desk and coffee table. It's great to be able to show off my favorite Instagram photos!

CM: How have friends responded to your coasters?

CH: My friends love them, especially when they recognize the photo!

Feeling inspired? Make your own set of Coasters now.

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