Fun Shrinky Dink Ideas for kids

Everyone will have a blast making these 25 Shrinky Dink ideas that are easy to make. Find ideas from key chains and necklaces to magnets and much more!

Shrinky dink ideas

We have been having a blast making all sorts of shrinky dink items lately. Once we got started, we quickly found out there are tons of fun ideas to try for the entire family.

Use your imagination and get started because it is SO fun!

How to make shrinky dinks:

Shrinky dinks start with shrinky dink sheets. These sheets go in the oven and they shrink. That is where the name comes from.

The shrinky dink instructions vary based on each type of shrinky dink you plan to make but they all go in the oven.

What are shrinky dink sheets?

These are special sheets that you need to make this craft with. Each sheet is made out of polystyrene and can easily be cut with scissors to make your design.

You have to use shrinky dink plastic to create shrinky dinks.

Can you print on Shrinky Dink paper?

Yes, you can. This will have the same results as if you colored the paper for your project.

How much do Shrinky Dinks shrink?

They will shrink significantly. Typically, they reduce to the amount of about ⅓ of the original size.

How to uncurl shrinky dinks:

When you take them out of the oven, gently press down on them using the oven mitt or lay something gently on them that is flat. This should help to uncurl the shrinky dinks.

You can also find even more shrinky dink ideas here for more fun ideas to try.

Make sure to grab your supplies:

Let’s get started with these shrinky dink instructions!

1. Shrinky Dink Rings

Make fun rings that the kids can design and wear. These are so neat and a great way to show off each person’s creativity. Get the instructions here.

2. DIY Handprint Keychain

Make a sweet memory with this handprint keychain. Not only is this so cute but it is a great way to remember how small their hands were. Find out how to make this here.

3. Shrinky Dink Pins

Make custom pins from shrink dinks. This is so fun and a great way to show off your personality. Get the instructions here.

4. DIY Shrinky Dink Pet Tags

You can even make something for your pet with these cute dog tags. No need to spend tons of money when you can make one at home that is adorable. Learn how to make these cute tags here.

5. Shrinky Dink Fridge Magnet

Magnets are so useful and these fun custom magnets are even better. Make some for yourself, the grandparents and others. Find out how to make these cool magnets here.

6. Shrinky Dink Ornament

Make a timeless keepsake to use each year on your Christmas tree with these fun ornaments. Everyone can make their own for a beautiful masterpiece. See the cool idea here.

7. Shrinky Dink Necklaces

Get creative and make custom necklaces. These are fun to wear and also would make a great gift. Get the DIY instructions for the necklaces here.

8. Donut Shrinky Dink Bracelet

You can make charms that will be so pretty and custom for the perfect bracelet. See more here.

9. Shrinky Dink Earrings

Design a pair of earrings and you have more jewelry to add to your collection. Get the complete DIY here.

10. Shrinky Dink Snowflakes

Let is snow! Make snowflake ornaments to hang on your tree. See the snowflake idea here.

11. Wine Charms

Make charms for your wine glasses. This would be fun to do for parties. Learn how to make personalized wine charms here.

12. Bookmarks

Save your spot in your book with these pretty bookmarks. Encourage your child’s love of reading and make bookmarks. Find the DIY instructions here.

13. Custom Bracelets

Make bracelets with shrinky dinks! The idea are endless and you can use names, inspirational words and more. Get all of the instructions here.

14. Ring Bowl – shrinky dinks for adults

Make a cool bowl to store all of your rings or jewelry in. This is perfect for Mother’s Day, Grandparents Day and more. Find out how to make the ring bowl here.