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DIY Fingerprint Glass Magnets

By Karo @ CraftsyHacks.com
These DIY fingerprint glass memory magnets are fun to make. They’re a perfect day activity to get into with your kids. Great for decorating your fridge!
Prep: 5 minutes
Active Time: 30 minutes
Additional Time: 10 minutes
Total: 45 minutes

Video Tutorial

Equipment

  • Scissors
  • Permanent marker
  • Brush

Materials 

  • Magnets
  • Large glass cabochons
  • Thick white paper
  • Mod Podge or other clear drying glue

Instructions 

  • Take the kids outside with some ink pads and get them to fingerprint your paper in a variety of colors. Let the ink dry.
  • Draw shapes on the prints with a permanent marker.
  • Spread an even layer of Mod Podge on the bottom of a cabochon, then press it over one of the drawings. Do this for as many as you’d like, then let them dry.
  • Cut around the cabochon’s base.
  • Put a small dollop of Mod Podge on the back of the paper, then stick the magnet to it. Let that dry.
  • You're done! Stick these magnets anywhere in your house that needs a little color.
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