Sunday, September 18, 2011

Tricks of the Trade: Fun With Magnetic Paint!

I painted these guys in the new toddler room at church

Each of the critters is "holding" a magnetic board painted right on the wall.  We considered using chalkboard paint in this room, but then I remembered that my toddler eats chalk.  She also eats mulch and rocks, which makes her an exception to the norm, but we didn't want to take any chances.

The teachers plan on using the boards for lesson plans and other activities for the kids.


Here is another space where I used magnetic paint.  It's kind of a Part 2 to the Keeping it Simple post from this room:

On the wall adjacent to the Serengeti mural I painted these

The silhouettes are done in magnetic paint!  I wanted the kids to have fun "stations" to play in and I was looking for an idea to coordinate with the mural in the same room.

These graphic shapes are a dynamic and fun addition to the room... a really bold statement for a small time and money investment.

Be sure to check out other Tricks of the Trade painting tip posts in the sidebar.

I am loving this magnetic paint!  Have you used it before in a fun way?  Let me know in the comments!

Blessings,
Jamie
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23 comments:

  1. ReneeSeptember 18, 2011 at 2:28 PM

    I didn't even know they made magnetic paint! That's awesome and you did a beautiful job. Your church is lucky to have someone as talented as you!

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  2. Cassie BustamanteSeptember 18, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    what brand did you use? i have used it before and had to lather on several coats for it to work well. i LOVE that safari wall- So cool!!!
    so good to see you yesterday!

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  3. tartankiwiSeptember 18, 2011 at 10:04 PM

    Wow! These look amazing, well done!

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  4. UnknownSeptember 19, 2011 at 6:56 AM

    These are sooo stinkin adorable! Love that you used magnetic chalkboard paint.. so clever! Also I wanted to let you know that your tutu and wand were featured on my blog @ http://pinkapotamus.blogspot.com/2011/09/pink-hippo-party-47.html
    Hope you stop by and share again this week!

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  5. EvieSeptember 19, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    That is absolutely amazing!! You are one talented woman!!! And I'm glad to hear my toddlers aren't the only ones who think chalk is a tasty little treat (blech!)!! I've been considering buying sidewalk chalk in the hopes that a big piece will somehow look less appetizing...think it'll work?

    evie @ brown paper packages

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  6. AshleySeptember 19, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    wow...amazing!

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  7. PamelaSeptember 20, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    You are incredibly talented. And your church is blessed by your talent. The magnetic paint sounds amazing. I'll have to try it out.

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  8. AthenaSeptember 21, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    I have never even heard of magnetic paint. Please consider linking to the weekly Success U - Wednesday Linkup Party at www.thestuffofsuccess.com. I am your newest follower.

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  9. AnonymousSeptember 22, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    I didn't know there was such a thing. And I hope you funnel out your talents becuase those are really good!! Alas, I have nothing crafty to share, but I'm stopping in to follow through the hop anyway - Hope you can stop by soon and return the favor :) http://www.shaunanosler.blogspot.com/

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  10. LindsaySeptember 22, 2011 at 9:41 PM

    This is so fun! I have yet to try magnetic paint, but after seeing this, I MUST try it! You did a fabulous job! Thanks for supporting Show & Share!

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  11. Melanie @ bear rabbit bearSeptember 22, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    Amazing!! Love this! Thanks for linking up to Things I've Done Thursday!!

    Melanie
    bearrabbitbear.blogspot.com

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  12. Jenny @ Simcoe StreetSeptember 22, 2011 at 11:54 PM

    This looks so great -- love it!

    Jenny
    www.simcoestreet.blogspot.com

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  13. Carol, The Answer Is ChocolateSeptember 23, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    How cool is this? I've never heard of magnetic paint!

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  14. TiffSeptember 23, 2011 at 7:00 PM

    Totally awesome!!! X

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  15. Terri @ A Creative PrincessSeptember 24, 2011 at 9:14 AM

    Thank you so much for sharing this! I have been wondering if they made magnetic paint and now I know I can start searching for it!

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  16. AndiSeptember 25, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    so does Molly have Pica...:) I have always wanted to try magnetic paint but wasn't sure how well it worked. I love that you used it to apint parts of the mural not just squares.

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  17. Erin of HomeSavvyAtoZ.comSeptember 26, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    Wow! Your mural is amazing and I love your use of magnetic paint. Thank you so much for linking up your post at Freshmen Friday at HomeSavvyAtoZ!

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  18. Jenn EricksonSeptember 26, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    Amazing! Your painting in both areas is exquisite and I love the way you used magnetic paint for an added bit of fun!

    Jenn

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  19. KayceeNovember 2, 2011 at 8:14 AM

    That is so amazing!!! Great job on the lion king room!!!

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  20. jelly andrewsAugust 21, 2013 at 3:10 AM

    This is so adorable. I really love the result. And it made me want to try the idea of magnetic paints. Maybe I should start looking for a place where I could have this one.
    Lyt.com

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  21. seravina danniellaAugust 30, 2016 at 9:51 PM

    Thank you for sharing this interesting and informative article, painting with airless spray gun will be faster and more interesting!

    regards,
    airless spray gun

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