mcs: magnetic pegs and how to make them

I’ve wanted to make some magnetic pegs for my fridge for a while now. So this week I decided to just do it and ended up making 21.

I also thought that writing a tutorial for this simple and fun project might be a good idea. So if you would like to make some magnetic pegs for yourself, here is how you do it.

Supplies:

• Wooden pegs
• Fabric scraps
• Glue
• Iron
• Ruler
• Craft scissors
• Rotary cutter or fabric scissors
• Magnet strips (utilise those free mailbox magnets)

Step 1: Measure the length and width of your pegs (for example, the one’s I used were 72mm long and 9mm wide). Measure and cut out magnet strips 2mm smaller than your pegs (in my case, the magnetic strips were 70mm long and 7 mm wide).

Step 2: Glue the magnet strips to one of the peg sides. Ensure to glue the non-magnetic side of the strips to the pegs.

Step 3: Iron the fabric scraps you wish to use. Glue the other side of the pegs to the wrong side of your fabric scraps. Leave to dry.

Step 4: Using the rotary cutter or fabric scissors cut away the excess fabric as close as possible to the peg. Dilute a few drops of craft or PVA glue in a few drops of water. Using a paintbrush, apply the solution over the glued fabric, ensuring you cover the edges well. Once dry, this will prevent the fabric from fraying.

Step 5: Let the pegs dry out completely. Now stick them to the fridge or your magnet board and enjoy your handiwork!!!

I am off to make myself a cup of tea and browse through the spaces!