by Hope
I know we are now past the gift giving holiday, but I couldn’t resist sharing this idea. My cousin created these adorable handmade magnets as gifts for our extended family. And I couldn’t help but steal the idea for myself.
Are they not adorable? I thought one of the BAD members might like the idea for down the road as well!
When my grandmother first opened the present, she wasn’t sure what they were. At first, she thought they were coasters, which would actually be a good idea too. But in this case, they are magnets, featuring my cousin’s adorable kiddos.
How to Make these Magnets
The supplies needed are items most people have around their homes:
- Can lid
- Cardstock or thin cardboard
- Glue
- Pencil
- Scissors
- Magnet strips
- Pictures
- Modge Podge (optional, but necessary if you want to make them coasters instead)
Directions to Make Magnets
The directions are pretty straightforward and of course, you can modify as you see fit for your own project.
- Trace the outline of the lid on the cardstock/cardboard and on the back of the photos.
- Cut them out and glue the photo onto the cardstock/cardboard.
- Glue the cardstock/cardboard into the inside of the lid. It should fit snug. (My cousin used the two part Ball can lids which made this step even easier.)
- Add the magnet strips to the top of the can lid.
And voila, you are done. A completely homemade, customized gift for your favorite loved one to enjoy daily when they look at their refrigerator covered with smiling faces!
Make it a Coaster
Modifying this project to make a set of coasters instead of magnets is pretty simple.
- Skip step #4 above.
- Instead put several coats of Modge Podge on the images. Don’t spread it too thick or it may smear or tear the photo. And let each coat dry completely.
No promises on these coasters lasting forever, but as long as they don’t get soaked, they will make a very cute set of coasters.
Did you get any cute, homemade gifts this Christmas? Or make some yourself?
Hope is a resourceful and solutions-driven business manager who has spent nearly two decades helping clients streamline their operations and grow their businesses through project management, digital marketing, and tech expertise. Recently transitioning from her role as a single mom of five foster/adoptive children to an empty nester, Hope is navigating the emotional and practical challenges of redefining her life while maintaining her determination to regain financial control and eliminate debt.
Living in a cozy small town in northeast Georgia with her three dogs, Hope cherishes the serenity of the mountains over the bustle of the beach. Though her kids are now finding their footing in the world—pursuing education, careers, and independence—she remains deeply committed to supporting them in this next chapter, even as she faces the bittersweet tug of letting go.
Since joining the Blogging Away Debt community in 2015, Hope has candidly shared her journey of financial ups and downs. Now, with a renewed focus and a clear path ahead, she’s ready to tackle her finances with the same passion and perseverance that she’s brought to her life and career. Through her writing, she continues to inspire others to confront their own financial challenges and strive for a brighter future.
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