DIY Mini Frame Magnets – create these fun and functional magnets using scrapbook paper and mini frames to display on the fridge or at the office!

Hello there!  Today, I am sharing my only craft project this week before I head out tomorrow to SNAP! Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah.  I wanted to create a really cute and fun five minute project using some items I picked up at Michael’s last weekend.  These DIY Mini Frame Magnets are not only adorable but also great for displaying messages and reminders.  They are made with just a few simple supplies and are quick and easy to make.  You could even give these mini frame magnets away as gifts.

Most of the time I have a list when I go into Michael’s and most of the time I pick up random items like these mini frames from the dollar spot as well as a Heidi Swapp paper pad.  When I bought these items I had no idea what I was going to do with them until a few days later when I came up with the idea to make some DIY Mini Frame Magnets.

Supplies:

• Heidi Swapp 8.5in x 8.5in paper pad
• Mini frames
• Magnets
• Hot glue gun 
• Scissors 
• Pencil
• Paint and brushes *optional

Instructions:

I started by choosing four pieces of paper from the paper pad that were my favorite.  Next, using a pencil, I traced around each of the four frames.  Then I cut just inside the traced lines, cutting out four of the frame shapes.  The frames had foam stickers on the back that I just peeled off.  The frames are approximately 1.5in x 1.5in in size.

I painted three of the frames using Americana acrylic paint in Sea Glass, Spicy Mustard, and Peaches n’ Cream and left one of the frames white.  I allowed the paint to dry and used a fine grit piece of sand paper to lightly distress the frames.  Both of these steps are optional but I think worth it.  It adds color and character to the frames.

Finally, I used a hot glue gun to glue the cut out pieces of paper to the back of the frames.  Then, I glued the magnets to the back of the paper.

I love the pretty patterns of this paper pad.  There are floral designs, geometric shapes, pastels, and bright colors.  A little something for everyone and the paint really makes the frames pop.

Thanks for stopping by today!  I hope you enjoyed my quick and easy tutorial on how to make some DIY Mini Frame Magnets!  These are going to look fabulous in my office.  Wish me luck at SNAP!

 

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