Magnets for Crafts

Decorating eggs in festive colors and patterns is one of the most well-known Easter traditions of all time. Some experts say that the tradition started as far back as the 13th century. There are several possible reasons why eggs in particular are associated with the holiday. One idea is that since eggs symbolize new life, it could represent the beginning of the spring season or have a more religious connection to Jesus’ resurrection. The practice of decorating them is said to have started because eggs were often forbidden food during Lent, so people would decorate them, then eat them in celebration. Nowadays, they are more a symbol of the Easter holiday and egg hunting. This Easter you can create your own eggs in the form of some DIY magnets. Continue reading →

Almost everyone can remember reading the rhyming and imaginative books of Dr. Seuss as a child. Some of his stories like The Cat in the Hat, Green Eggs and Ham and How the Grinch Stole Christmas have become so well-known that many of us can probably recite pieces of them by heart. Dr. Seuss, whose real name is Theodor Seuss Geisel would have turned 111 on March 2nd. To mark the famous writer’s birthday, teachers, celebrities and many others are celebrating by reading his stories and doing Seuss-themed activities. If you have some old Dr. Seuss books, here’s a neat glass magnet tutorial to try. Continue reading →

Saint Patty’s Day will be here before you know it! The holiday first arose as a day to celebrate the patron saint of Ireland with a day of feasting. Now, there are even more ways to celebrate on March 17th. All around the globe, people celebrate not only St. Patrick, but the Irish culture in general, with festive parades, drinks, dances, music, and green everywhere. Here is one DIY project that you can do to celebrate, DIY Leprechaun Hat Magnets. Continue reading →

Four-leaf clovers have become one of the main symbols associated with St. Patrick’s Day, Irish culture and good luck. However, finding one is tough. In fact, the chances of doing so are approximately 10,000 to 1. So, if you do get one, you’ll want to hold on to it. This DIY shows how you can preserve a four-leaf clover forever in a resin magnet. Continue reading →

Today is Fat Tuesday, also known as one of the most festive times of the year━Mardi Gras. Traditionally, Mardi Gras is celebrated by wearing colorful masks and costumes, eating delicious food and going to parades. The mask wearing tradition began as a way for their wearers to escape class restraints and social barriers in medieval times. Now, they are more of a fun decorative piece and are the inspiration for our latest DIY blog: Mardi Gras mask magnets. Read on to find out how to make your own. Continue reading →

Valentine’s Day is in just a few weeks, and there are tons of love-themed DIY craft projects to try before then. One of our favorite crafts for February 14 is a magnetic snowglobe filled with hearts. You can make your own “jar of hearts” with this guide, and hang them up on your fridge, hand them out as party favors or give them to your Valentine! Continue reading →

The big game is this weekend. We have compiled some DIY projects and tricks to try if you are a football fan or are throwing a party or tailgate to celebrate. Continue reading →

A clever way to hide jewelry or just hang it up is to build a jewelry organizer into a picture frame. The process is relatively simple and it makes a trendy but functional piece of home decor. If you want to make your own hidden jewelry holder, here is what you’ll need and how to do it. Continue reading →

If you are making some jewelry for Valentine’s Day, or any other occasion, consider using a magnetic jewelry clasp. Magnetic jewelry clasps are easier for the wearer to secure and to remove. Since most magnetic clasp designs do not require any twisting or opening of small pieces and simply attract to their opposite counterpart, they are also an ideal solution for those that suffer from limited hand mobility. Attaching magnetic clasps can be tricky, especially if you aren’t sure what type of clasp to use for your jewelry pieces. If you are using beading wire to make a bracelet or necklace, a magnetic cylinder clasp is commonly used. Here is one way to attach a magnetic cylinder clasp using a crimp bead. Continue reading →

When it comes to Valentine’s Day, there are usually two types of people━the ones that love it and the ones that despise it. If you despise February 14, these DIY projects ar for you! Continue reading →