DIY Photo Magnets with Tacky Glue and Craft Putty
Turn your favorite memories into personalized magnets with Aleene’s! This easy tutorial will show you how to make DIY photo magnets with Aleene’s Original Tacky Glue and Instant Tacky Reusable Craft Putty. Turn your cherished family photos and keepsakes into fun and functional customized magnets!
Supplies needed:
Aleene’s Instant Tacky Reusable Craft Putty
Heavy-duty magnets or Aleene’s Tacky Magnetic Adhesive Dots
Small decorative plates
Photos
Scissors
Paintbrush (optional)
Step 1: Gather materials
Gather the materials needed for your photo magnets. Print your selected photos to scale so that the subject will fit onto a small decorative plate. Select smooth plates without ridges for best results.
We’re using Aleene’s Instant Tacky Reusable Craft Putty to adhere the heavy-duty magnets, but you can also use Aleene’s Tacky Magnetic Adhesive Dots for this project— skip the craft putty and just peel and stick the magnets into place instead!
Step 2: Trim photos
Use scissors to trim the subject of your photos to fit onto the plates. This photo magnet craft is a great way to display pictures of loved ones, special events, and more!
Step 3: Apply glue
Apply Tacky Glue to the back of each photo cut out, using the tip to spread the glue. Place the glued photo onto the center of a small decorative plate and press firmly to adhere. For an extra layer of protection, seal your photo magnet project by brushing the entire front side with Tacky Glue.
Step 4: Prepare craft putty
Ensure the back of the plate is clean, dry, and free of grease or debris. Take a piece of Instant Tacky Reusable Craft Putty from the package, then stretch and knead until it is soft. Roll the craft putty into a ball, then press it onto the center of the back of the plate.
Step 5: Place craft magnets
Place the heavy-duty magnet on top of the ball of craft putty and press firmly to secure it into place.
Step 6: Display!
Once the Tacky Glue has dried completely, your DIY photo magnets are ready to display! These personalized magnets add a charming touch to your home décor and make a thoughtful gift for loved ones, too!
The possibilities for personalized magnets are endless when you’re crafting with Aleene’s! Show us your take on these DIY photo magnets and tag us on social media @aleenesDIY!
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