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DIY magnets on a budget
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DIY Magnets

Make easy homemade magnets, perfect for personalized gifts or a fun craft with kids! Follow our simple tutorial and add a creative touch to your kitchen.
Course Crafts
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Dry Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings 5 magnets
Cost $2

Equipment

Ingredients

  • Spray adhesive or Mod Podge
  • E-6000
  • 5 Flat glass marbles
  • 2 rolls Washi tape 2 coordinating patterns
  • 2 sheets Scrapbook paper white
  • 5 Magnets

Instructions

  • Lay a sheet of scrapbook paper on your surface. Place a long strip of the washi tape down one side of the paper.
    Sock monkey washi tape spread out on a white piece of paper
  • Place a complementary pattern of washi tape down either side of the center piece of washi tape. The tape should be wide enough to completely cover the back of the glass marble.
    Sock monkey washi tape and chevron washi tape on a white piece of paper
  • Spray the adhesive spray on the washi taped paper and press the marbles down. If you use the Mod Podge, brush a light layer on the paper and press down. Let dry.
    Glass marble magnets with washi tape
  • Cut between the marbles with scissors or a craft knife to separate them from each other. Trim to remove excess paper.
    Trim around the glass marbles with scissors
  • Attach the magnets to the back with E-6000 or another strong craft glue. Let dry for 24 hours before using.

Notes

Costs vary for this project. I got the magnets, washi tape, and marbles from Dollar Tree.