Super Easy & Fun Craft Idea - How to Make Magnets at Home
As a mom of three boys, I’m always finding tiny treasures from Kinder Surprise eggs all over the house. You know the type—adorable little toys that somehow end up on every shelf, under every couch cushion, and in every drawer.
Right now, Kinder Joy has a Super Mario edition, and the toys inside are not only cute but also really well-made. Naturally, we ended up with a few duplicates. And instead of letting them gather dust, I had an idea: why not turn them into fridge magnets?
Let me show you how simple and fun it is to make your own magnets at home! Here's what you'll need:
Small toys or figurines (Kinder toys work great, especially ones with flat backs)
Hot glue gun
Round craft magnets (available at craft or hardware stores)
A few minutes of time and a bit of creativity!
You can watch a short video about this on my YouTube channel.
How to Make Toy Magnets
1. Pick your figurines
Look for toys with a flat back surface. The flatter they are, the better they’ll stick to the magnet.
2. Prepare your glue gun
Once your hot glue gun is warmed up, place a small amount of glue on one side of the magnet.
3. Press and hold
Stick the magnet onto the back of the toy and hold it in place for a few seconds.
4. Let it cool
Give it a minute or two to set completely—and you’re done!
I recently found this adorable snail figure from SpongeBob SquarePants, and since it easily detaches from its base and has a nice flat back, it's next in line to become a magnet for my fridge—or maybe for the metal board in my craft room!
This Craft Idea Works With More Than Just Toys!
Don’t limit yourself to Kinder toys! You can use almost anything small and lightweight. Here are some other fun ideas:
LEGO minifigures
Puzzle pieces from old sets
Brooches or pins you don’t wear anymore
Cute buttons
Small wooden pieces
Basically, if it’s light and flat—go for it!
A Fun, Useful Craft for the Whole Family
This is a perfect project to do with kids (just supervise when using the glue gun!). Not only are you recycling unused toys, but you’re also making something that can be used every day—on the fridge, in your craft room, on a magnetic whiteboard, or even as a fun gift idea!
