Hi Everyone
I have another Little Yellow Bicycle post to share today. This time a Magnet Board but first let’s take a look at how I made the magnets.
Magnets Tutorial
These are so quick to make and a great way to use up paper scraps you have lying around. When I make these I love to look at all the tiny details that the designers have put into the paper – it’s amazing what you can find!
Here is a quick and easy way to make custom magnets from any paper…
- Cut or punch circles of paper slightly smaller than the flat side of the glass dome
- Apply Mod Podge to the surface of the paper you want visible through the magnet and glue onto flat side of magnet
- When dry, apply a layer of Mod Podge to the other side o the paper (outside)
- Using a super-strong craft glue, stick a magnet to the underside and leave to dry
Magnets Board
The magnet board started life as a really ugly magnetic calendar – so I sprayed the outside edges with some tile paint, glued on some patterned paper and when the glue was dry – I applied a layer of Mod Podge (water-based sealer and glue) over the top to add some shine and a little protection. For this project I used a solvent based glue and it ensure the paper remains flat and is easily cleaned up by rubbing away any excess.
The wonderful papers from LYB really do all the work – they co-ordinate perfectly and the prints are fun and fresh.
My son will be able to put all his bits and pieces onto the board, and I have added a few photos from his first couple of school months to get started – held on by the magnets of course!
I have used one of the Mini Banners in the top left corner which is perfect as PRIDE is my son’s school motto. On the bottom segment I have used this wonderful bus from the Chipboard Shapes and an upside-down pencil and stop sticker from the Cardstock Stickers to make the sign. Placing scraps of paper behind the pieces and extra detail on the wheels just lifts the bus a little
Only one more post to go for LYB – and then I am designing for Echo Park for a month!
Very exciting (but busy!!) times for me 🙂
Lowri
I am linking up this project to these websites here.
16 Comments
Where did you buy your magnets from? I've been looking for small magnets like that, but can't find them anywhere. Thanks!
This is fantastic! Thanks for the little tutorial. I can't find those darn clear domes or the little magnets either, ugg.
Hi there
I bought the magnets from the dollar store here in New Zealand (about 12 for $3) and I know in the US you can buy the domes from here – about $3.50 for 20 or 25c each.
http://www.sunandmooncraftkits.com/glass-shapes/fx-collection/25mm-clear-glass-dome-cabochons.html
Lowri 🙂
Love!
Lowri the magnate board is even better than the magnates and I REALLY LOVE those! PINNED! This is a fantastic project- thanks for the tips on magnetic boards- I've been pondering how to make a perpetual calendar for months now.
Such a cute idea to have a school theme. This looks like such a fun project.
Love it!!! I'm a new follower.
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This is a fabulous project Lowri! I really like the papers you have used.
Love these! I have made glass magnets in the past. I found you via TT&J link party and am your newest follower!
those magnets are so cute! I love the paper you used. take care! I'm a new follower.
kathryn
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These are stunning! I just pinned them and am a new follower over from Tip Junkie. Heather at http://diaperedknights.blogspot.com
Super cute! And thanks for the links for the clear domes – I havven't been able to find them either! 🙂
so very clever, love it!
What kind of ModPodge did you use? I have the matte MP and when I used scrapbook paper to make a magnet, it didn't turn out so nicely. There were some unattractive dots showing up through the glass that I could get rid of. They weren't due to bubbles or anything. I didn't know if there was a better kind of MP to use. Thanks.
Hi Tiffany – I used the regular Matte Mod Podge too. I used a very thin layer and these LYB papers are quite a heavy weight too. Make sure you let the first layer of MP dry before applying the second. Beyond that – I don't have any suggestions! There are heaps of examples of this project on-line – maybe take a look and see if they recommend a different type of MP.
Lowri
Hello- What did you use for the board?
Okay, I loved the magnets already…now I just have to make the board too! Totally cool! TFS!
Rhonda 🙂