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April 27, 2011

Mod Podge Mayhem - Fridge Magnets

Ready for some Mod Podge Mayhem?  If you pulled together the supplies I mentioned here, you're set.  If not, here's a reminder of what you need:

  1. Fabric Mod Podge
  2. Regular Mod Podge 
  3. Applicator (sponge or brush)
  4. Large wooden clothespins (available at Michael's for $1)
  5. Magnet strip
  6. Fabric scraps

To get started, get your scraps to manageable sizes.  I consider a manageable size to be approximately one half inch larger than my finished size all the way around the shape.  Apply Fabric Mod Podge and let dry.
Trim your fabric to size.  For this project, I chose to cover the top portion of the clothespin above the indentation where the spring fits.
Use a medium/fine sandpaper or an emery board to rough up the paint.  This will make a better bond.  Apply regular Matte Mod Podge and adhere your fabric.  Let dry.  Apply one or two top coats of Mod Podge, drying between coats.
Now is the time to add your finishing touches.  Glitter glue, Sparkle Mod Podge, buttons, beads, whatever you want.
Cut the magnetic strip and adhere it to the back.  If you purchased adhesive backed magnetic strip, simply peel off the paper backing and press the magnet strip to the back of the clothespin.  And you're done!  Quick and easy.  Just the way I like my Mod Podge.
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11 comments:

  1. The Muse of The DayApril 28, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    So cool to be able to choose the color of your own magnets. You can't imagine my shock when I went to put up one of my kids drawings on the fridge only to realize it wouldn't work on our fridge. If I had the wall space it would be cool to put up a magnetic wall panel. If you ever sell these, you should give folks the option to buy them with the panel. Carolina

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  2. SalsyApril 30, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    Thanks for your post. Good inspiration.

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  3. RachaeldaisyMay 1, 2011 at 1:19 AM

    Wonderful magnets!! I wouldn't mind all my clothes pegs looking like that too, it would make hanging out the washing more enjoyable.

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  4. UnknownMay 27, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    Melissa! These rock so much I'm featuring them today. Yay! Happy Friday!

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  5. Teresa aka TessMay 27, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    These are wonderful. Thanks for the tutorial.

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  6. catnapMay 28, 2011 at 6:33 AM

    Cute! You only need 32? I could use about 400. (Maybe I need a filing cabinet, Mod Podged, of course.) It seems like you could put keywords, or icons, on these to help with organization. Or even use color as an organizational tool.
    My son made a clothespin memo board in camp one year (specifically for my office at work, so cute). It lacked decoupage, but it reminds me that this would be a fine summer craft for kids that would be truly useful for moms, aunts, etc. Maybe kids themselves could learn to be organized.

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  7. ErinMay 28, 2011 at 6:59 PM

    I would LOVE to do this for my kids -- but I was at Michael's today and didn't see any of the clothespins. I assume these came painted? Has anyone seen them anywhere else?

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  8. Melissa PMay 28, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    Two other sources to try are Oriental Trading Company and Economy Handicrafts.

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  9. CrystalMay 29, 2011 at 4:43 AM

    Erin - Michael's & Hobby Lobby both have them, but I've noticed Michael's is often out of stock. Make sure you were in the right aisle too :) I was not the first time I went hunting! LOL

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  10. StockadeMay 30, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    So cute Melissa! This tutorial would work well on jumbo 15" clothespins to really highlight the fabric.

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  11. AndiJune 1, 2011 at 6:14 AM

    Would this project work just as well using thick scrapbooking paper as well? These are AWESOME! Thanks for sharing!

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