DIY Magnet Project

Magnetometers are used to measure the direction of a magnetic field or the magnetization of a magnetic material. They can also be used to measure geomagnetic storms. So, if you missed the aurora during a past geomagnetic storm, you can watch for the next one with your own DIY magnetometer (check NOAA's aurora dashboard for current forecasts). Continue reading →

Road tripping in a RV, also known as a recreational vehicle, caravan, or camper, is one of the quintessential American pastimes. However, if you have ever ridden long distances in one, you know it can get a little cramped, especially if you’re traveling in a group. There are several ways you can use magnets to maximize the space and make your RV more welcoming. Continue reading →

Redecorating helps keep a room fresh and interesting. Whether it’s your office space or your living room, there are endless opportunities to change things up. The walls are a great place to start when redecorating. But if you’re renting a space or don’t have the right equipment, you probably don’t want to put holes in the wall. So, to help protect your security deposit, use magnets instead of nails or screws. From posters to organizers, here are a few ways to hang things on your wall with magnets. Continue reading →

Magnet earrings don’t require you to pierce your ears. Although, getting your ears pierced is pretty normal today many people don’t like the idea of poking holes in their ears with sharp needles. Some of you can’t keep your ears pierced without getting an infection. Or maybe you have your ears pierced in one place, but don’t want to pay for a new piercing. No matter what your reason, here is an easy DIY craft for magnetic earrings. Continue reading →

Now that summer is underway, blooming flowers and trips to the beach are the norm. If you love the warm summer season and hate when fall and cold weather arrives, here’s one way to keep a little piece of summer all year round--DIY magnets. The next time you go outside or stroll along the beach take some souvenirs like seashells, sand or flower petals. Once you have collected all your souvenirs, preserve them with this easy DIY magnet activity. Continue reading →

  Long road trips can be extremely tedious and dull. Finding things to do in the car other than read can be difficult. If you’re looking for something to help occupy your time so you stop wondering if you’re there yet, here is a DIY project for magnetic puzzles. Continue reading →

Pins are fashionable accessories that you can wear with clothes, scarves, hats, and bags. They also make great souvenirs for travel, to promote a business, or to support a candidate or cause along the campaign trail. But instead of poking your clothes and accessories full of holes, you can use small magnets instead of metal pins. This simple craft will only take a few minutes and you don’t have to put holes in your clothes anymore! Continue reading →

Whenever you listen to music, whether it is with your phone, iPod, or computer, you are using magnets. Technically, the speakers that are transmitting the music are using magnets. Many audio speakers and headphones use rare earth magnets, though inexpensive models often use cheaper ferrite magnets. In a speaker, the permanent magnet stays magnetized, and the coil of wire becomes an electromagnet when an electric current flows through it. The two magnetic fields push and pull on each other, which moves the cone and produces sound. You can make your own set of speakers out of virtually anything━as long as you have a magnet and few other small items. Here are some unusual ways that you can fashion your own speakers: Continue reading →

Are you cleaning out your wardrobe for the summer? Don’t throw out those boring, old shoes just yet! You can spice up your plain shoes with DIY magnetic jewelry. Instead of paying for a new pair of shoes to match your summer outfits, try making these cute magnet accessories for your shoes. Continue reading →

The modern Mother’s Day celebration in the United States dates to 1908, when Anna Jarvis held the first observance in Grafton, West Virginia. After more than a century, it’s getting more and more difficult to find original, creative Mother’s Day gifts worthy of people as special as moms. If you usually go with one of the popular Mother’s Day gifts like chocolate, flowers, or spa treatments, maybe this year you can try combining thoughtfulness with utility. You can make easy refrigerator photo bubble magnets that mom will love and never lose! Continue reading →