Magnets for Crafts

If you grew up in the ‘90s, this DIY magnet project will certainly inspire some nostalgic feelings for you. Launching in 1989, the hand-held gaming console, Game Boy, wasn’t the first to be released, but changed how the world would view them over the next 25 years. To bring back all those great feelings you had playing your Game Boy on the school bus, we’re going to transform your refrigerator into one. You won’t be able to play any actual games, but it will be great for keeping track of grocery lists, to-do lists, and provide a place to quickly write notes down. Before we get started, you’re going to need to get some materials to complete the project. Continue reading →

As far as DIY projects go, nearly all of them involve an adhesive of some sort. But attaching magnets with glue or using tape may not be the best way to approach every project. If you need a long-lasting, mess-free adhesive, heat shrink tubing is a great tool to use. While there are many uses for it in other magnet projects, we have one that will make the most of this incredible tubing. Continue reading →

All gardeners know the feeling of planting some herbs or veggies, only to have them look the same. Before you start planting, we have a magnetic DIY to help keep things organized! Remember what rows will yield which plants by using DIY magnetic plant markers! You'll never wonder which vegetables to expect from each row. Here’s how to make your own DIY magnetic plant markers: Continue reading →

Question: what decade are we in? Because by the amount of Star Wars memorabilia you can find these days, you’d think it was 1980. Though the 80’s might seem like a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, it’s pretty apparent that this revival will be around for a while longer. That means it’s as good a time as any to hop on the bandwagon and make some Star Wars themed crafts. We all know that “once you start down a dark path, forever will it dominate your destiny.” And what is the best way to steer clear of the dark side? By making a nightlight to guide you on your journey (whether to Tatooine or just to the bathroom)! These Star Wars themed nightlights are adorable and extremely easy and fun to make. May the (magnetic) Force be with you! Continue reading →

After a summer picnic, you probably have a few paper plates leftover. Instead of storing them or throwing them away, you can upcycle them and turn them into a fun game. Here’s how to make a magnetic maze out of paper plates and popsicle sticks: Continue reading →

Spring has finally arrived! This season is the perfect time to get outside and greet the great outdoors once again. But, if this early spring chill is keeping you cooped up, it might be time to bring nature indoors with you. If Snow White’s animal friends aren’t really your style, perhaps nature-themed magnets will do the trick. These magnets can be great for organizing your desk, playing games, or simply adding a bohemian vibe to your living space. They’re also extremely easy to make and a really fun way to welcome the new season. Here are a few different nature-inspired magnet projects to try: Continue reading →

It’s spring again! For many people, this means spring cleaning. If you’re brave enough to tackle your craft room, you’ve probably found several random trinkets that you may not find a use for in the future. Instead of shoving your miscellaneous pieces back into a drawer, you can turn these random items into cute magnets to hold notes on your fridge or as gifts for your friends: Continue reading →

mag·net ˈmaɡnət/ noun A piece of iron (or an ore, alloy, or other material) that has its component atoms so ordered that the material exhibits properties of magnetism, If you weren’t aware, the above is probably our favorite word in the dictionary. If we needed to select other favorite words, they would probably be: metallic, alloy, outer space, neodymium, physics...you catch the drift. Though we assume you would have a few different choices, we have a great new way for you to combine your favorite words with magnets. Continue reading →

Chess is one of oldest board games still played today. People were playing chess as early as 600 AD. Today, chess is global competition with hundreds of tournaments played every year. For many players though a simple game of chess can’t be completed in one sitting. When your chess match lasts days, weeks, or even months at a time, how do you make sure the pieces aren’t jostled or misplaced while you’re away from the board? You can create a magnetic chess set to keep your game in place so you can pick up right where you left off any time you want. Continue reading →

Whether or not you consider yourself an artist, there are plenty of ways to create awesome abstract projects in your home. Painting can seem a little intimidating to those who aren’t familiar with the medium, but if you’re not a huge fan of simply splashing paint onto paper, it might be time to get a little creative! Using magnets to paint may sound a little strange, but it’s an easy way to combine science and art to make a neat decoration for your home. So, get ready to channel your inner Jackson Pollock and create your next masterpiece! Continue reading →