July 7, 2014

DIY: Dress-up Activity Magnets + A Giveaway!

This post has been sponsored by Silhouette America - I have been provided materials for this post - but don't worry, all ideas/comments/crazy notions are mine, always. :)

Summer is a lot of fun, but it can be boring most times (especially for kids). When my siblings get bored, they'd get really cranky, roll around the carpet and yell 'I'm boooooreeed'. Naturally, my mom tries to keep them busy by enrolling them in various summer activities like swimming, tennis and piano lessons and some planned trips. We needed a way to track who's doing what, but I wanted it to be fun-looking. Silhouette has sent some blogger friends and me a bunch of Silhouette goodies for a challenge post, so with the help of my trusty Silhouette I decided to make some people-shaped fridge magnets. Aren't they the cutest?!



What's needed
  • Silhouette Adhesive Magnet paper
  • Template (download mine at the end of the post)
  • Flesh-colored paper
  • Printed scrapbook paper
  • Silhouette Washi sheets
  • Silhouette Fabric interfacing
  • Fabric
  • Iron

First off, cut your magnet paper - I provided a free download to the figures I used at the end of the post (please note that these files are for personal use only!). I was able to cut this many in one sheet of magnet paper with the shortest person figure at 2.5". 



Next, cut your flesh-colored paper, peel the wax paper off the magnet paper and stick the flesh-colored paper onto the magnet paper. This took me a while since I wanted them to line up exactly (I am very OCD with these things...) 

Now you just have to cut up the clothes for each member of the family:



You can use normal scrapbook paper - just cut them up and stick onto the magnet sheet. 



You can even make matching clothes for the family!



Or washi paper. With washi paper, it always helps to have another layer of paper underneath (because washi sheets are a bit transparent). Btw, I love the patterns on the Silhouette Washi sheets. 



You can also use fabric! Just use some fabric interfacing (for these ones I used Silhouette fabric interfacing) before cutting and you're good to go. Also, you might want to seal the edges with glue to stop future fraying.



Now all that's left to do is stick them onto your fridge and dress them up however you like! It can also be used as a boredom buster for smaller children - much like paper dolls. We are a family of six so I made six figures. 



I also made ones with holes in the head part to make picture people. I just love these so much that it makes me giggle every time I see them - although I haven't found the right picture to use yet.


You can also cut up hair for them, or embellish them anyway you like. I plan on making magnetic hair for them as well - but that's for another day :D 


Aren't they just awesome?! You can vote for which project you like the most - they're all awesome, but vote anyway :D We also have a really fun giveaway for you guys - one lucky reader is going to win a box of Silhouette goodies just like the ones sent to us. So enter now!



What do you use to keep track of your summer family activities? Hope you have a great week friends!

DOWNLOAD HERE


37 comments :

  1. These are so fun, Aki! I think the fabric clothes are my favorite. My kids would love these!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Thanks Alexis! It's my fave too, cause there are so many fabric options out there! :)

      Delete
  2. So cute! I need to make some of these for my kiddos. They would love them!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Thanks Linda! They'd be a great boredom buster for them (for a while, anyway). :)

      Delete
  3. I have made myself something familiar but these are so cute! thanks for sharing the template! kisses from athens, greece!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Great minds think alike? :) Thanks for dropping by!

      Delete
  4. So creative! So cool!
    Another new friend from Greece!

    ReplyDelete
  5. Thank you so much Aki! These are greatly appreciated. I showed my daughter these and she instantly wanted some. I love that you have some of the heads cut out in the center so that they can be placed over photos. Be cute to see how my little one "dresses" mama and daddy. Lots of fun!!!!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Glad you and your daughter love it! Wishing you tons of fun times playing with these :)

      Delete
  6. Super cute! I like this. I think you need disc magnet for your designs :)

    ReplyDelete
  7. HealRun is a health news blog we provide the latest news about health, Drugs and latest Diseases and conditions. We update our users with health tips and health products reviews. If you want to know any information about health or health product (Side Effects & Benefits) Feel Free To ask HealRun Support Team.

    ReplyDelete
  8. Supplements For Fitness Supplements to grow taller carry the labeling, which shows the amounts of vitamins and minerals in a single dose. If you already eat a healthy diet, you probably do not need more than a low-dose supplement. In general,

    ReplyDelete
  9. 5 Ridiculously Simple Ways To Improve Your Adtrics Academy - https://www.reviewengin.com/adtrics-academy-review/

    ReplyDelete
  10. Rapid Slim is a doctor-formulated diet pill, designed for the fast-paced lives of women. The pill was created to be discreet and easy to take. It’s a liquid gel caplet that uses quick Fix technology. This means the ingredients have been reduced to a liquid state within the capsule. The Rapid Slim will break down quickly in your body to deliver rapid weight loss.Kindly Visit on Rapid Slim Keto

    ReplyDelete
  11. Pure Natural Keto weight loss pills is a boon to those people struggling with their weight management goals you can even go through various other Pure Natural Keto reviews. It uses BHB (beta-hydroxybutyrate) which is known to be an effective fat burning compound. By using ketosis, the product acts as a catalyst and burns all the excess fat immediately. By complementing it with a stable diet and regular exercise, you can quickly get the results that you want. Visit On http://www.powerenrich.com/pure-natural-keto-the-best-way-to-get-a-slim-and-hot-body/

    ReplyDelete
  12. The way you have presented the post with all the examples is also very impressive.Thank you so much for explaining very clearly. It helped me in editing my new blog.
    Keto BodyTone
    Keto BodyTone

    ReplyDelete
  13. The idea behind Manifestation Magic Review is to allow the brain entrainment audio track to take charge and clear out any restrictive thought patterns through subliminal programming

    ReplyDelete
  14. I would suggest that Leptitox formula is worth a try. Leptitox review mark the supplements as a potent treatment for the weight loss problem. Moreover, most of the people found it effective is as less as three months with a considerable healthy weight loss.

    ReplyDelete
  15. Thenutritionsclinic Lemon cloves and cinnamon are frequently compelling for brief alleviation. Moreover, oral cleanliness is an unquestionable requirement, regardless of whether you have terrible breath or not. There are over various kinds of microorganisms that flourish in your mouth, benefiting from the extra nourishments there. As they digest these nourishments, they discharge smelly substances that reason terrible breath.
    https://thenutritionsclinic.com/

    ReplyDelete
  16. Massive Male Plus The suppliers offer a dayfree trial provide to propagate extenze drugs and advise a day by day dose of to drugs a day for three to 4 months for excellent consequences. Facts indicate that our our bodies do no longer remain as virile as whilst we were in our twenties and there may be a further decline each ten years by means of at least %.
    https://thenutritionsclinic.com/massive-male-plus/

    ReplyDelete
  17. Ultraskillpills Once you have your eating regimen right, therefore, keep in mind to update those sugary soft drinks with lots of water. You can add a lemon to make it tastier and fun even on your toddlers. Right weight-reduction plan can be a tedious concern to deal with. That is specifically for current mother and father who're time tied.
    https://ultraskillpills.com/

    ReplyDelete
  18. ketogenicpedia You are not shy going out inside the public, as you may now proudly show your thick mane to your pals and contacts. However, the sort of surgical treatment isn't that simple because it sounds. You need to attend to your scalp to prevent headaches and reduce swelling.
    https://ketogenicpedia.com/

    ReplyDelete
  19. I enjoy a couple of from the Information which has been written, and particularly the comments posted! I will definitely be visiting again!
    Health Tips + write for us

    ReplyDelete
  20. Insta Keto claims to be a natural supplement that suppresses the appetite, making an impact towards healthy weight loss process. The consistent use of the pills allows individuals to go with less snacking habits at night due to reduced food cravings or hunger cravings. It controls the formation of bad cholesterols and maintains a healthy blood sugar level promoting better health condition. The metabolic rate gets elevated with an improved ketosis process allowing carbs to get utilized as energy resources. VISIT on http://www.theapexhealth.com/true-burn-keto-reviews-true-burn-keto-ketogenic-diet-pills/

    ReplyDelete
  21. Check out Real Kibo Code reviews , to understand in detail about how to make money online using this 8-week e-commerce based Kibo code training program by Aidan Booth

    ReplyDelete
  22. In genuineness prosperous content and very helpful in sequence. I got it my elucidation from over here. I very much urge his/her workings with the constructive enlightening information. Thanks a lot………
    Home Improvement Write for us

    ReplyDelete
  23. Usually, people who are above 60, have diabetes, hypertension or are smoking will face a severe infection compared to the ones who don’t have these problems. TT Pandemic Survival Book Review suggests if you do not take medication at the right time, the infection starts spreading in your lungs.
    To know more about TT Pandemic Survival Book Review
    Checkout: https://twitchtrending.com/pandemic-survival-book-review/

    ReplyDelete
  24. I’ve been writing essays for how many years and today I’m more on academic essay writing and I’m happy to be like my dad, a professional writer.
    Beauty + write for us"

    ReplyDelete
  25. John barban's weight loss pill called Resurge Resurge is the world’s first fat burning supplement that cures the exact cause of overweight and stubborn belly fat. It contains unique and 100% natural ingredients to reduce fat and to provide a good and peaceful deep sleep.

    ReplyDelete
  26. skin care has an old school twist but has a modern enchantment. it would be very adorable if you are a part of the skin care community. Even should you learn nothing else, this is what you could recall. I, professedly, need to be driven to love pores and skin care. in case you agree with that the reason i have been working on skin care this lengthy is because of skin care, you do not know me furnished that i've lately developed a pores and skin care plan. There are tons of pores and skin care tools available to mull over. this will be like rubbing salt of their wounds. that is the whole ball of wax.


    https://www.nutrahealthpro.com

    https://in.pinterest.com/nutrahealthpro1

    https://twitter.com/nutrahealthpro

    https://www.facebook.com/nutrahealthpro

    ReplyDelete
  27. hence, the variety of wellness soared as high as you could depend. In my revel in well being works like appeal. The nice characteristic of health is that it makes a lot possible. it's miles a big whopping perception.
    https://www.nutrahealthpro.com/hemp-max-lab-oil/

    https://nutrahealthprodiet.blogspot.com/2021/02/hempmaxlaboil.html

    https://sites.google.com/view/hempmaxlaboil-review/home

    https://www.facebook.com/Hemp-Max-Lab-Oil-110368737763219

    https://www.facebook.com/Hemp-Max-Lab-Oil-110368737763219

    https://www.pinterest.com/pin/596867756864867010

    https://www.instagram.com/p/CLoW78blU-2/

    ReplyDelete
  28. I'm somewhat late to the ball. I'm engaged with Wellness exercises. They are not for Wellness. This is scorching.

    Read More -

    https://www.nutrahealthpro.com/green-health-cbd-gummy-bears/

    https://www.facebook.com/nutrahealthpro/posts/234937721679362

    https://twitter.com/nutrahealthpro/status/1366695069764382722

    https://www.pinterest.com/pin/596867756865122410

    https://www.instagram.com/p/CL6cFifFoSQ/

    https://nutrahealthprodiet.blogspot.com/2021/03/greenhealthcbdgummybears.html

    https://sites.google.com/view/green-health-cbd-gummy-bears/home

    https://lorenm-christian.medium.com/green-health-cbd-gummy-bears-improves-cardiovascular-health-d5e142d9e421

    https://en.gravatar.com/lorenmchristian

    https://green-health-cbd-gummy-bears.over-blog.com/2021/03/green-health-cbd-gummy-bears-reduces-strain-tension-and-despair.html

    ReplyDelete
  29. Thank you for taking the chance to talk about this, I'm strongly about this and really like having to learn more about this type of field. Do you mind updating your site article with extra insight? It ought to be really beneficial for every one of us.
    How To Get Free Robux

    ReplyDelete

  30. Keto Advanced Fat Burner is not something that companions should be left to do for themselves like that. It should not be the case. At that moment it's either sink or swim. They've been keeping a high profile. I tend to go for a lot of Keto Advanced Fat Burner to become quite valuable. This is foul smelling. How can you pick out the right Keto Advanced Fat Burner that reflects upon your character?


    Keto Advanced Fat Burner

    ReplyDelete
  31. Improving these components will improve your frame composition by reducing your body fats. Excessive body fat detracts from the other fitness measures, reduces your physical and intellectual performance, detracts from your look, and increases general fitness risks. One size of frame fat is a percentage of your overall weight.

    Read More About Website - https://www.nutrahealthpro.com

    ReplyDelete

Join me on Facebook Follow me on Pinterest Follow me on Google+ Follow me on Bloglovin Follow me on Instagram Follow me on Twitter Subscribe to RSS