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You are here: Home / Holidays / Earth Day / Patriotic Postage Stamp Magnets

Patriotic Postage Stamp Magnets

By Noreen 46 Comments




by Noreen Doll.

Patriotic postage stamp magnets are a quick and easy project that even kids can do.

They make a colorful addition to your refrigerator or they can be a nice little gift or favor.


What You Need

Sheet of 2 inch x 2 inch Ceramic Tiles

Postage Stamps – Either New or Canceled

Mod Podge

Small Foam Brush

Scissors

Business Card Magnets, or other magnets

What You Do

The tile sheets come with 36 tiles, so you can make quite a few magnets. I bought sheets with one or more broken tiles, which the store was glad to be able to sell, and I received a discount on each sheet.


1. Prepare the tiles. Cut the tiles apart and cut off the glue bits on the sides.

These great scissors work very well to cut things that you don’t want to cut with your paper crafting or sewing scissors.

They can be found at Harbor Freight or Walmart for just a few dollars.


2. Wipe the top of each tile with vinegar and let dry. (This cleans the tile, cuts any grease, and allows the postage stamp to stick better.)


3. Brush Mod Podge on the top of a tile.


4. While the Mod Podge is still wet, lay the postage stamp on the tile. Slide it gently around until it is how you want it on the tile.

5. Immediately gently brush another layer of the Mod Podge over the whole top of the tile, including the stamp, brushing from side to side.

Pay particular attention to making sure the Mod Podge is under all the edges and that the edges are all Mod Podged down.

6. Let dry.

Don’t worry that the top looks cloudy – it dries clear.


7. Brush 1 more layer of Mod Podge over the top, brushing from top to bottom this time – instead of side to side.

8. Let dry.

9. Cut business card magnets to fit the back.

I cut 3 magnets from each business card magnet, making them 1 1/8 inch x 1 5/8 inch.


10. I use E6000 on the sticky side of the magnet before I glue it to the back of the tile – to be sure it will stay on the tile.

Patriotic postage stamp magnets are so easy to make that you could make 2 or 3 dozen all at one time!

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It would be a great family activity, as well.

 

Noreen Doll

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  1. Alicia says

    June 3, 2012 at 2:58 am

    Man! I walked past tile that was marked 80% off tonight at Lowes! I really like this idea! Wish I would have seen it earlier!

  2. Debbie@ouroldhomestead.blogspot.com says

    June 3, 2012 at 11:28 am

    What a GREAT idea! Thank you for sharing! They look terrific.

  3. Just Winging It says

    June 3, 2012 at 8:11 pm

    I am inviting you to come and be part of my blog hop:
    http://juliejewels1.blogspot.com/2012/05/show-your-stuff-26.html

  4. Shannah @ Just Us Four says

    June 5, 2012 at 12:42 pm

    This is a fantastic project! Would you consider linking it up at my Pinworthy Projects Party? I hope to see you there!

  5. angie says

    June 5, 2012 at 5:23 pm

    awesome love it because my dad worked for the postal system for over 20 years this would be something very special in my home thanks for sharing come see me at http://shopannies.blogspot.com

  6. Toqua's Crafts says

    June 6, 2012 at 12:49 am

    I would have thought those tiles would have been too heavy to be magnets. Good to know they are not!

    I’m visiting via Rook No. 17’s A Little Birdie Told Me

  7. Rachel says

    June 6, 2012 at 2:48 am

    How cute and easy! Love it! Thanks for sharing at Terrific Tuesdays.
    Rachel
    adventuresofadiymom.blogspot.com

  8. connie says

    June 6, 2012 at 7:35 pm

    Wow! Great project! Link it up with me on my Wow Us Wednesday, ok? Over at http://www.familyhomeandlife.com

  9. Little Susie Home Maker says

    June 6, 2012 at 11:07 pm

    Now that sure is a fun idea!

  10. Tara@Tales of a Trophy WIfe says

    June 7, 2012 at 12:12 am

    This would be fun to do with any old stamps. Thanks for sharing.

  11. Melanie says

    June 7, 2012 at 3:14 pm

    Cute! I’d have to use old stamps, though!! Thanks for linking up today!

  12. The Sisters says

    June 7, 2012 at 4:21 pm

    This would be such a great activity to do with our families! Thanks for sharing on “Strut Your Stuff Saturday!” We hope to see you this friday! -The Sisters

  13. brandi {b*sidesdesign} says

    June 7, 2012 at 9:47 pm

    these are so cute! i’ve been wanting to try making my own tile coasters – this looks like a perfect miniature project to try first πŸ™‚

    hope you’ll pop by for a visit!
    http://www.bsidesdesign.com

  14. connie says

    June 7, 2012 at 11:51 pm

    Thanks for linking at Wow Us Wednesday!

  15. Just Winging It says

    June 8, 2012 at 12:54 am

    Thank you for participating in Show Your Stuff Blog Hop, You are invited to come back:
    http://juliejewels1.blogspot.com/2012/06/show-your-stuff-27.html

  16. andiejaye says

    June 8, 2012 at 4:04 am

    so creative! i would have never thought about using tiles and stamps together! thanks for linking up to tip-toe thru tuesday!

  17. Carol says

    June 9, 2012 at 2:08 am

    What a great idea! Thanks so much for linking up to this week’s BFF Open House.

  18. Lauren says

    June 9, 2012 at 11:58 am

    So cute! I love them. πŸ™‚ Thank you for sharing at our Pinteresting Party.

  19. Doni says

    June 9, 2012 at 8:22 pm

    Adorable idea! I love that idea!! Thanks so much for sharing it with us!
    Doni

  20. Michelle says

    June 9, 2012 at 8:39 pm

    Great idea. I love those tiles and would never have thought to use them as magnets. Genius! Thanks so much for stopping by Creative Thursday last week. I couldn’t do these parties without you. Can’t wait to see what you link up this week. Have a great weekend.
    Michelle

  21. Christina at I Gotta Create! says

    June 9, 2012 at 10:45 pm

    What a great idea! Perfect for the season, too. πŸ™‚
    Thanks so much for linking up at I Gotta Create! <3 Christina

  22. Ann vonBehrens says

    June 10, 2012 at 2:13 pm

    I love these! Thanks for sharing at Restyled Sundays. I am featuring you on this weeks party.

  23. Lindy@Itsy Bitsy Paper says

    June 11, 2012 at 4:48 pm

    How simple and fun. Very creative. I hope you will link up to my Patriotic Project Parade!

    http://www.itsybitsypaperblog.com/2012/06/patriotic-project-parade-linky-party.html

  24. Susie at Earning-My-Cape says

    June 12, 2012 at 4:27 am

    What a great idea! I love how they turned out!

  25. Michelle @ Thrifty 101 says

    June 22, 2012 at 5:11 pm

    Thanks for linking up at DIY Thrifty Thursday! I’m featuring your project on an Independence Day Special on June 3rd! Stop by and check it out! http://www.thrifty101.blogspot.com

  26. Susie @Bowdabra says

    June 7, 2013 at 7:35 pm

    Hey there! Thanks so much for stopping by!
    Have a great week!
    Susie

  27. Paula says

    June 10, 2013 at 12:38 am

    very cute.
    ~Paula

  28. Robin says

    June 11, 2013 at 11:16 pm

    My grandpa is a stamp collector, this would make a great Father’s Day gift for him. Thanks for coming by and sharing! I always look forward to seeing what you’re going to link up.

    Robin @ Fluster Buster

  29. admin says

    June 12, 2013 at 12:23 am

    Isn’t it fun to find the perfect gift idea!

    Noreen

  30. BeBetsy says

    June 12, 2013 at 1:50 am

    Very creative! Thanks for sharing it!

    Sharon and Denise

  31. Gina says

    June 12, 2013 at 11:47 am

    This is great!! My father-in-law is a retired postal worker. This would be a fantastic Father’s Day gift! I’d better hurry! πŸ™‚ Thanks for sharing!

    Gina @ Gina’s Craft Corner
    http:ginascraftcorner.blogspot.com

  32. Linda @ A La Carte says

    June 14, 2013 at 1:18 am

    Wow this is a great craft! Not only patriotic stamps but others as well could be used. My mind is racing with ideas. Christmas magnets using stamps! Thank you so much for sharing such a great, easy and thrifty idea with us at TTF!

    Linda & Diann

  33. Botanic Bleu says

    June 14, 2013 at 1:27 am

    Great project! Love stamps and patriotism…

    Judith

  34. Ritchil says

    June 14, 2013 at 2:33 pm

    What a cute project! Thank you for the great tutorial!

    I’m hopping over from My Pity Party. Have a terrific weekend!

    Ritchil

  35. Susan Kay Fidler says

    June 15, 2013 at 12:01 am

    I am so excited to make these I have everything already at my house! Thanks for sharing on Fidlin’ Fridays!

  36. admin says

    June 15, 2013 at 12:16 am

    Don’t you love it when you can craft without going to the store!

    Noreen

  37. Jennifer says

    June 15, 2013 at 9:00 pm

    Noreen — You always have the BEST crafts!!! But I can’t highlight you every week πŸ™‚

    Jennifer

  38. Susan says

    June 17, 2013 at 1:52 am

    These are so adorable. And I’m going to have to look for those amazing scissors, too. Thanks for sharing at Inspire Us Thursday at Organized 31.

  39. admin says

    June 17, 2013 at 2:00 am

    Those amazing scissors can be found at Harbor Freight Tools, and I’ve seen them at Walmart and Walgreens at different times. The nicest thing about them besides how many different things they cut is that they are only $2 or $3.

    Noreen

  40. Kathryn Griffin @TheDedicatedHouse says

    June 17, 2013 at 6:03 pm

    This is so fantastic! Thank you for sharing. You will be one of the features today at the Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. The party will be live as soon as I finish writing the post. lol Hope to see you again at the bash! Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

  41. Sara says

    June 18, 2013 at 2:59 pm

    Awesome idea! I used to collect stamps, and I think my sister has a collection. This is a great idea for displaying her collection! Thanks again for sharing on my Blog Hop!

  42. Alexis @ We Like to Learn as We Go says

    June 18, 2013 at 8:56 pm

    This is such a fun idea! I love that you made them into magnets. This was the most clicked post here! I’m featuring this tonight and pinning!

  43. Heather Who Needs a Cape? says

    June 19, 2013 at 2:26 pm

    What a cute craft! See you next week!

  44. Brooke says

    June 21, 2013 at 7:18 am

    I love your website!! Its soooo cute.. I am so glad I found it… If you would like to check out my blog too, I would LOVE it.. I am new to the blogging… So if you have any tips you should let me know… I am your newest follower πŸ™‚ I would love it if you followed me back…
    -Brooke

  45. Alice (@mumsmakelists) says

    June 29, 2013 at 1:00 am

    Hi Noreen – Just to let you know I’ve featured you in my July 4th Round-up – thanks so much for sharing Alice x

  46. Heather says

    July 2, 2013 at 12:22 am

    I featured your beautiful diy magnets tonight!! You can see your feature here! http://www.settingforfour.com/2013/07/20-patriotic-ideas-for-fourth-of-july.html

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