Here are some awesome ideas for DIY fridge magnets for kids and teens to make! They can be put on the fridge, file cabinet or magnetic board!

Have you seen those reels talking about the most difficult decision when you’re traveling? Yes, it’s choosing the right fridge magnet to take home with you!

We do this too, and it’s always a struggle choosing just one or two. I always end up buying more than I need, because they’re all so cute!

I recently discovered that I can make my own fridge magnets too, and now there’s no looking back! It’s also a great craft project for kids, especially since they can see their work every time they open the fridge door.

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Tips for making DIY Fridge Magnets for Kids:

Get strong magnets meant for crafting, like ceramic magnets, magnetic paper or magnetic sheets
You can turn pretty much anything into a magnet as long as it has a flat area to stick to the magnet
Always ensure you’re using a magnet that can support the weight of the item you’re sticking on it
It’s important to use a strong adhesive so your magnet doesn’t fall off, stronger than craft glue
When painting your magnets, make sure to use the right paint for the surface you’re painting

Well, we’ve got all that sorted, so it’s time to start making! Here are some amazing DIY fridge magnets for kids and teens to make out of multiple materials!

20 Awesome DIY Fridge Magnets to Make

1. DIY Madhubani Folk Art Fridge Magnet

Making DIY fridge magnets for kids is a great way to introduce them to India’s many folk arts, like Madhubani here. It’s such a simple way to create something truly unique while also learning about another culture!

2. DIY Pokémon Pokeball Clay Magnets

Calling all Pokémon fans; you’re sure to love these Poké Ball magnets! Use them to pin up your reminders, memories or motivational quotes. They also make a great gift for your fellow fans!

3. Colorful DIY Origami Bird Magnets

Who knew you could use Origami to make DIY fridge magnets for kids? Well, this project proves that you can, and that it’s just a matter of a few folds!

4. Ice Cream Stick Magnet Frames

This is an easy one, it’s a great way to use up any stones or embellishments you have lying around. Gather four ice cream sticks, create a little frame and go crazy decorating it!

5. Recycled Bottle Cap Fridge Magnets

Don’t throw away those bottle caps – we’ve got a project for you! The size of bottle caps make them perfect for cute little magnet critters, like this hare and tortoise – you can make other characters too!

6. DIY Tetris Magnets

All the 90s kids here remember spending hours on Tetris, and guess what – it’s back! Now you can have your own offline version of Tetris with these magnet blocks from Artsy Fartsy Mama!

7. Shrink Plastic Magnets

Shrink plastic is one of those fun things to craft with, and Dogwood Journal shows us how you can use it to make DIY fridge magnets for kids! The best part is you can make pretty much any design – the sky’s the limit!

8. DIY Fingerprint Glass Magnets

Craftsy Hacks has a fun project that shows us how to convert simple fingerprint art into classy-looking glass magnets! Kids will love seeing their fingerprints turned into art and put up on the fridge!

9. Kids’ Art Glass Tile Magnets

You could use fridge magnets to hold up paper with your kids’ art on it, or you could go the Hello, Wonderful way and turn your kids’ art into cute little magnets!

10. Wooden Ring Mini Frame Magnets

Entertain the Idea shows us how to turn regular craft store wooden rings into adorable painted mini magnetic photo frames. We wonder how it would work with wooden bangles – it’s worth trying out!

11. Recycled Mason Jar Resin Magnets

Sometimes your mason jar breaks and you’re left with the lid. Before you toss it out, think if you could use it some other way – like making DIY fridge magnets for kids! Artsy Karma shows us exactly how to go about it, creating some unique pieces in the process.

12. DIY Ransom Note Letter Magnets

Mod Podge Rocks has a totally whacky idea for making fridge magnets – ransom note letters! We love how the end result looks, and it’s a great way to leave messages for your family members!

13. Paint Dipped Alphabet Magnets

If you’d like a quick and easy DIY gift idea for your friends, we recommend these paint-dipped magnets from Sarah Hearts. They’re easy, elegant and lots of fun to play with!

14. DIY Bottle Cap Emoji Magnets

Our DIY fridge magnets for kids aren’t solely for the fridge – you can also deck up your filing cabinet, as Mixed Kreations has done here with cute emoji bottle cap magnets!

15. Easy DIY Pompom Magnets

Lovely Indeed gives us a full tutorial on making our own fluffy pompoms and then turning them into magnets! These would look lovely on a magnetic notice board to pin up your reminders and other fun stuff.

16. Miniature Map Magnets Craft

The next time you come back from a trip, be sure to try out this idea from Surviving a Teacher’s Salary. Cut out the place you visited on a map and frame it with a miniature craft frame. Stick a magnet and you’re done!

17. DIY Watercolor Rainbow Acrylic Magnets

If you’ve got a bland, boring fridge and would like to add some color to it, check out these rainbow magnets from Mod Podge Rocks. Instant perk-me-up for your appliances!

18. DIY Oven-Baked Clay Magnets

Crafterward shows us how to convert oven-baked clay into adorable DIY fridge magnets for kids! You can make basic shapes if you’re a beginner, or try something a little more elaborate.

19. Smiling Star Felt Magnets

There are many felt crafts you can make, but this one from Handmade Charlotte is truly unique! We don’t often see felt used to make fridge magnets, but this proves you can!

20. Air Dry Clay Citrus Magnets

If you’re a newbie to clay sculpting and want to start with something easy, check out these citrus magnets from Make + Tell. They’re pretty basic, but look good enough to give your fridge a summer makeover!

There you go, lots and lots of ideas to make DIY fridge magnets for kids and teens – and pretty much anyone, actually! This list shows that you can make fridge magnets out of pretty much anything, including things you are about to toss into the trash. You’ll be surprised at how much stuff can be upcycled into something pretty!

If you’re looking for more DIY ways to deck up your space, here are some ideas: