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Glittered Clothespin Magnets

01/04/2013 15 Comments

The other day I was at one of my favorite stores…Goodwill, and scored a bag filled with mini clothespins.  There were a ton of the little tiny ones that are perfect for hanging cards and sweet little party decor items.  And then there were the six cute medium sized clothespins that were perfect for a project that I’ve been wanted to make.  Today I’m sharing this super easy project…Glittered Clothespin Magnets.  These are a sweet way to display those little notes from your kiddo’s on the fridge or to hang a sweet message.  You can make them in an color you want.  

Here’s what you need:

–  Medium Sized Clothespins or Regular Clothespins
{the dollar store sells the regular size, and a craft store will carry the medium size}
–  Martha Stewart Glitter
–  Modge Podge
–  Magnet Strips
–  Glue Gun
–  Small Paint Brush or Q-tip

This gives you an idea of the clothespin sizes you can find.  The middle size is what I used for this project.  They measure about 2″ in length.

Okay this is super easy.  Ready?!  
Start by applying modge podge to one side of your clothespin with either a Q-tip or small paint brush.  Now cover the modge podge with your glitter of choice.  Set aside to dry, and move on to the next one.  When they are all glitterfied cut your magnet strips to fit the backs, and hot glue on.  Done!  Now you have some awesome new magnetic clips to hang on the fridge or magnetic memo boards that you can hang pretty things from.  This is just a simple way to organize things with the new year and be fabulous while doing it!

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Comments

  1. THE COOK'S says

    01/04/2013 at 4:33 AM

    Too cute!!! Thanks for sharing!! xo

    Reply
  2. Outer Hebrides says

    01/04/2013 at 7:25 AM

    Wow. This is such a nice idea. I am doing so many handmade but I never had any idea like this. You are so creative. Great work.

    Reply
  3. Cherry Blossoms says

    01/04/2013 at 9:55 PM

    So Cute and my kind of craft! I will def be doing this.

    Reply
  4. Lori says

    01/05/2013 at 12:21 AM

    What a cute idea! I just might have to make some for myself. : )

    Lori
    Thrifty Decor Mom

    Reply
  5. Donna says

    01/05/2013 at 4:19 PM

    Really cute idea – can never have enough glitter

    Reply
  6. Jenn AJennuineLife says

    01/11/2013 at 1:53 AM

    What a cute thrifty project! I would love for you to come link up at my weekly linky party Thrifty to Nifty Thursdays at A Jennuine Life. I’m working with a couple of bigger bloggers to feature great projects, so I’m hoping to bring fabulous exposure for participants! http://ajennuinelife.blogspot.com/2013/01/thrifty-to-nifty-thursdays-2.html

    Reply
  7. Amanda says

    01/14/2013 at 2:03 AM

    Love these! And I love how you used them to hold the bunting, so adorable!

    I would love it if you would link up at Martha Mondays, open now through Wednesday night!

    http://www.watchoutmartha.net/2013/01/martha-mondays-link-up-party-features.html

    ~Amanda
    http://www.watchoutmartha.net

    Reply
  8. Jenn @ Clean and Scentsible says

    01/16/2013 at 6:41 AM

    Very cute! And so many uses for them! 🙂 Looking forward to getting to know you and your blog better. I love your blog design!!
    Jenn

    Reply
  9. Bonnie and Trish @ Uncommon says

    01/16/2013 at 4:49 AM

    These are stunning! seriously she has the best glitter! Love th colors you chose Rebecca!

    Reply
  10. Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says

    01/17/2013 at 2:02 AM

    I love this idea! So pretty.

    Reply
  11. Kilee Nickels says

    01/18/2013 at 3:16 AM

    Darling! I am a sucker for glitter!

    Reply
  12. Tonia L says

    01/19/2013 at 4:05 PM

    So cute! These would great on the fridge or even in a teen girls locker!

    Reply
  13. Crystal says

    01/20/2013 at 4:15 AM

    So cute! I love Martha Stewart glitter! oh and the banners are adorable. 🙂

    Reply
  14. Brenda says

    01/23/2013 at 3:15 PM

    ADORE these!!!! Thanks for sharing…pinning immediately! 😉

    -Brenda @ChattingOverChocolate.blogspot.com

    Reply

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