DIY Magnet Board for College

DIY Magnet Board for College

School shopping for college can get pricey.  So how about some DIY to prepare for the school year? If you’re looking for something to keep track of notes and reminders, try making this do-it-yourself magnet board. What you’ll need:
  • Cookie sheet
  • Fashionable fabric of your choice
  • Ribbon for hanging
  • Cute magnets, or homemade ones from buttons!
How to construct:
  • Cover the cookie sheet with the fabric
  • Attach the ribbon for handing (if wanted)
  • Add magnets!
    Photo from Heath & the B.L.T. boys on flickr.com
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