Off to Lowe's we went in search of sheet metal which was the only thing I needed to buy to finish this project. We found that they sell precut sheets which are a heavier guage of metal and they cost more money than I wanted to spend {the size I would've needed cost over $28}. Fortunately, we found some lighter-weight sheet metal that they sell by the roll {20 inches by 10 feet; I needed 20 x 38 inches}. The roll only costs $13!!! My husband warned me there would likely be creases on the sides from being rolled up and he was right but they aren't that noticeable especially after you hang all the stuff on it. I struggled a bit to get the frame back together as it is a custom made frame and had to be completely disassembled then reassembled without the glass and with the sheet metal. I was able to pull it off and I am pleased with the end result!
To complete the look I am going to have to find some MATCHING black magnets. This will really give it that final touch and make it look more cohesive and less cluttered! Since I took the pictures, Arielle has added some more of her artwork and the hodge-podge of magnets doesn't appeal to me at all. Anybody know where I can find some good looking, affordable magnets?
To complete the look I am going to have to find some MATCHING black magnets. This will really give it that final touch and make it look more cohesive and less cluttered! Since I took the pictures, Arielle has added some more of her artwork and the hodge-podge of magnets doesn't appeal to me at all. Anybody know where I can find some good looking, affordable magnets?
~Momma to Bug~
7 comments:
while you're at it....just make magnets. you can buy those glass beads (that you use for vase fillers in the floral section at the craft store...i bet you own them) and use craft glue that dries clear to adhere scrapbook paper to the back. cut them out and attach magnets to the back(you can buy any kind of magnet imaginable at hobby lobby). super easy craft and they are very cute! xoxo
I'm glad you are feeling better.
I love this project.
Ideas for adorable magnets? You bet I do! I did this post...
http://j-a-girl.blogspot.com/2008/08/desperate-post.html
I do so many different kinds of magnets that you have inspired me to do a post about it! Your magnet board turned out awesome!!
Very cute. Glad you found a use for the frame.
I think you should try and make some of those magnets. :)
What a fun project! I love how it turned out!! Not sure where to find the magnets, but I am sure you will get some good ones.
Carrie
Adorable, found you through Chris. :)
Try these cute and easy flower magnets on my blog! I also have been collecting vintage earrings, snipping of the clips and hot gluing on magnets. Have fun!
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