How to find Craft Supplies at Hardware Stores

Hi, Sizzle here.


Today I am going to open the curious world of hardware stores. I get a lot of supplies at Lowe's (they are closest to me) and it is cheaper than getting them at craft stores. KK always tells me I should show what you can get at hardware stores because they are scary to some people; so here we go...one project at a time.

This week we are going to be making magnet boards today - Thursday, we would like you to do it with us and send us a link to your project so we can showcase them. This is a good project to split the costs with a friend because if you had to buy all the supplies (you'd have enough for multiple projects) it would cost you about 20$.

You'll need

metal (galvanized steel)

boards

glue and

the biggest expense is going to be tin snips

Okay so here is where you find your supplies:


First lets find the metal - roofing section.

See those tubes under there - that is what you are looking for.

You DO NOT want aluminum - it is not magnetic. Look for galvanized steel.

You can get several different sizes. Maybe bring a magnet so you can test.

We got 8' by 10" for ours.

Second thing you'll need is a board, you can buy ready cut boards that you can use.

Lowe's will cut them down for you for free if you want it smaller, Home Depot charges per cut but I think the first one is free, it is like fifty cents or something like that afterwards.

Go here and press the little help button to get someone to help you anytime. You shouldn't need to get cuts for this project though but it depends on the size you are looking to create.

The last thing you need is those scissors - find them in the tool aisle. You need snips - they will say on the package that they cut metal. I got mine at Lowe's for 9.99 - I got the Lowe's brand.

The last thing you need is glue - I got epoxy glue but I heard liquid nails works too. I used both so I think either will work. The epoxy is supposed to be stronger but it is harder to apply to large areas.

That is all you will need for this project but here are some other things you can find at hardware stores:

Pre-cut boards for your vinyl projects and home decor (thinks hooks for coats/accessories).

Pre-cut circles for home decor (think colored circles on a wall), you could mod podge them with pictures or do a modern looking art project!

You can get normal stuff here too like glue guns (3$), staplers for those upholstery projects and also bulletin boards.

You can get tons of decorative objects too, this aisle has a ton to offer:

You can add them to wood frames, furniture, mantles etc.

Ever wanted to add bead board to your kitchen island? The back of bookshelves or to your walls? Get it in white or natural wood to paint any color.

Think make your own lamps or replace table legs with something with more Humph!

Do you feel excited to go visit your local hardware store now? I hope so!

What is your favorite thing you have used from a hardware store?

Did you learn something new?

I hope you'll join us in making these simple magnet boards this week!