Japanese Washi Glass Tile Magnets

Here are some magnets that I made using Japanese washi paper and glass tiles.  They're super easy to make.  You can use any paper or print- including hand drawn originals, photos, wrapping paper scraps, cloth, or newsprint!  Just google "Glass Tile Tutorial" and you'll see all the different ways to skin a cat on this one.

However, there are some common threads:  The paper can be cut either before or after gluing to the tile, but you should use either Judykins Diamond Glaze or Mod Podge to adhere paper to glass.  The magnet should be secured using E6000.  If using strong magnets, you will most likely need to seal the backside of the paper, either with a coat of Diamond Glaze or Mod Podge, or with another piece of sturdier paper.  (I used cardstock.)

http://www.etsy.com/listing/66593509/japanese-washi-glass-tile-magnets-red

http://www.etsy.com/listing/66594022/japanese-washi-glass-tile-magnets-maple

http://www.etsy.com/listing/66592835/japanese-washi-glass-tile-magnets-plum

http://www.etsy.com/listing/66592352/japanese-washi-glass-tile-magnets-pink

If you look closely at these photos, it looks like there are some pieces of paper just peeking out, under the edge of the glass tiles.  You can get rid of those by using an emery board.   A couple flicks of the wrist, and Voila!

Since I don't normally work with paper, this was a fun change of pace!  

You can order the tiles and adhesives, plus all sorts of other supplies (bails, chains, bezels, etc) from Candytiles on Etsy!  She even makes kits for small quantities, which is great if you're just testing the waters.  :)