Magnets
Refrigerator magnets don't just dress up the front of the appliance; they help to hold up notes, grocery lists and a child's artwork. They can also be an effective advertising tool that keeps a business' name and contact information in front of the consumer on a regular daily basis. Some businesses simply affix a magnet on the back of their business card. Yet unless the consumer is currently doing business with them, and needs to keep their name and number close at hand, the business will need to create something more attractive than a magnetized business card to encourage consumers to display it.
Instructions
1. Decide what type of a magnet you would like to make. It might be a small calendar, a list of emergency numbers, a pad of paper for making lists, a frame to insert a photograph, a list of cooking tips or a catchy phrase or attractive image. Whatever you decide, you will need a place on the front of the magnet design to include your business name and contact number.
2. Imagine what your magnet will look like. The front of the magnet can be designed in a word processor or graphics program, and printed out on contact paper. It will then be affixed to a sturdy piece of cardboard. A magnet will be glued on the back of the cardboard.
3. Design the front of the magnet. Do not make your magnet too large, as it will be too heavy to stay up on the refrigerator, and consumers will be less likely to display it. Plan to print out multiple copies of the magnet front onto each piece of paper, using the entire piece so there is no waste.
4. Affix the printed paper to a piece of cardboard that is the same size. Use a paper cutter or sharp box cutter to cut out each individual magnet card front.
5. Secure a magnet onto the back of each individual magnet card that you've cut out. Magnets can be purchased at office supply stores that are self-adhesive, with peel off backings.
