Resin magnets are a fun and easy DIY project that can be customized to fit any style or theme. Here are some steps to make resin magnets:
Materials Needed
- Resin
- Hardener
- Mixing cups
- Stirring sticks
- Silicone mold
- Magnets
- Decorative items (such as paper, glitter, beads, or small objects)
Steps
- Prepare the resin and hardener according to the manufacturer's instructions. Mix them together in a mixing cup.
- Add any desired decorative items to the resin mixture. This can include paper, glitter, beads, or small objects.
- Pour the resin mixture into the silicone mold. Fill the mold about 3/4 of the way full.
- Place a magnet in the center of the resin mixture. Make sure it is fully submerged in the resin.
- Allow the resin to cure according to the manufacturer's instructions. This can take anywhere from a few hours to a full day.
- Once the resin has cured, remove the magnets from the mold. They should pop out easily.
- Clean up any excess resin around the edges of the magnets with a craft knife or sandpaper.
Tips and Tricks
- Use a silicone mold with a flat bottom to ensure the magnets will lay flat.
- Experiment with different decorative items to create unique designs.
- Use a toothpick or small brush to help position small objects in the resin.
- If you want to add a second layer of resin, wait until the first layer has cured completely before pouring the second layer.
- Using a Cricut machine to cut out shapes or designs from vinyl or paper.2
- Using UV resin to make bottle cap magnets filled with alphabet beads.4
- Pressing leaves or flowers in a book and then embedding them in resin.6
- Using leftover resin and scrapbooking paper to create unique designs.5
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