A few years back I started making these cartoon fridge magnets and they were a big hit! This is a fun, hands-on project that can be enjoyed for years to come. These would make great take-home place cards for your Thanksgiving dinner! Or let your children make a set for their cousins or grandparents. Everyone will love them.
Materials:
-Children’s illustrated book (one you are willing to cut up)
-Peel & stick magnets (either the business card size or the larger magnet sheets you can buy in craft stores)
-A photo or computer printed head shot about the size of a quarter.
-Modge Podge
The first step is to find an interesting “body” in your book. I look for illustrations that show activity; jumping, holding something up, etc. I found some chef illustrations that were perfect for my chef husband.
Next, cut around body part of the picture, leaving the head part off. Then, cut the head portion of your photo off, leaving some of the neck. Line up the head with the body on the peel and stick BEFORE pulling the peel off to make sure it will fit. Once you’re comfortable it fits, pull the wax paper off and stick the head and body to the sticky side of the magnet. Next, cut around entire head and body. The last thing is to use a glossy finish such as Modge Podge to protect the magnets. Kids love to move “mommy the cartoon” around the fridge much more than the “call 911″ magnet, so these need to hold up. I usually give them 2-3 coats for further durability. Voila, you have animated your family!
You could use your creativity and make some one-of-a-kind Christmas gifts as well.
~Jennie
