Easy Magnet Board

I found this really cute craft idea to turn old cookie sheets into magnetic message boards.

There are several ways to make them. For mine, I used scrapbook paper. You can also use 'sticky paper' (like you would line kitchen drawers or shelves with). You could also paint it with acrylic paint or chalkboard paint. For my larger one, I spray painted the bottom side with red paint and then with a mat finish. Then I cut out the paper that I wanted and attached them with double sided craft tape (the kind used for scrap booking). Then I took an old container, covered it with paper and hot glued it to the pan. You can also use a tin can that has no sharp edges. I have added magnetic clips to mine.

If you don't have any old pans but would still like to make this project, I bought the little pan at the Dollar Tree store. For this one, I decided not to paint it. I cut out the paper and attached it the same way as the other one. Then I cut a small strip of felt that has the adhesive backing and attached it to the bottom so that I could add office clips to it. They hold a little more weight than the magnetic clips because the pins in the back are more secure in the felt.

As you can see, the decorating ideas are endless. So are their uses. You can use them as chore boards or to organize the kids homework. They are also perfect for holding and displaying your kids art. If anyone decides to try this project, I would love to see your creative work.