Everyone will have a blast making these 25 Shrinky Dink ideas that are so easy. Find ideas from key chains and necklaces to magnets and much more!
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! I love creating fun new projects and also make DIY painted rocks.
Table of contents
- Why We Love These Ideas
- Supplies
- 1. Shrinky Dink Rings
- 2. DIY Handprint Keychain
- 3. Shrinky Dink Pins
- 4. DIY Shrinky Dink Pet Tags
- 5. Shrinky Dink Fridge Magnet
- 6. Shrinky Dink Necklaces
- 7. Donut Shrinky Dink Bracelet
- 8. Shrinky Dink Earrings
- 9. Shrinky Dink Snowflakes
- 10. Wine Charms
- 11. Bookmarks
- 12. Ring Bowl
- 13. Chip Bag Shrinky Dinks
- 14. Shrinky Dink Footprint Keychain
- 15. Photo Shrinky Dink Projects
- 16. Friendship Necklaces
- 17. Clothing Buttons
- 18. USA DIY Jewelry
- 19. Shrinky Dink Cake Topper
- 20. Shrinky Dinks Jewelry
- 21. 3D Shrinky Dink
- 22. Keychain
- 23. Bracelet
- 24. Shrinky Dink Bookmarks
- 25. Flowers
- Frequently Asked Questions
- More Fun Ideas For Kids
Why We Love These Ideas
Shrinky dinks start with shrinky dink sheets. These sheets go in the oven, and they shrink into fun designs.
The instructions vary based on each type of shrinky dink you plan to make but they all go in the oven. All of the ideas are easy to make with simple to follow instructions.
Supplies
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.
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.
3. Shrinky Dink Pins
Make custom pins from shrink dinks. This is so fun and a great way to show off your personality.
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.
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.
6. Shrinky Dink Necklaces
Get creative and make custom necklaces. These are fun to wear and also would make a great gift.
7. Donut Shrinky Dink Bracelet
You can make custom charms that will be so pretty and custom for the perfect bracelet.
8. Shrinky Dink Earrings
Design a pair of earrings and you have more jewelry to add to your collection.
9. Shrinky Dink Snowflakes
Let is snow! Make snowflake ornaments to hang on your tree.
10. Wine Charms
Make charms for your wine glasses. This would be fun to do for parties. Learn how to make your own shrinky dinks personalized wine charms.
11. Bookmarks
Save your spot in your book with these pretty bookmarks. Encourage your child’s love of reading and make bookmarks.
12. Ring Bowl
Make a cool ring bowl to store all of your rings or jewelry in. This is perfect for Mother’s Day, Grandparents Day and more.
13. Chip Bag Shrinky Dinks
This idea is so clever! Use old chip bags to make shrinky dinks.
14. Shrinky Dink Footprint Keychain
Turn footprints into a keychain with this cool idea. This is so handy and also a great memory to have on key rings.
15. Photo Shrinky Dink Projects
Print pictures on various projects to make custom items. Ideas include charm bracelets, necklaces and more.
16. Friendship Necklaces
These cool necklaces are perfect to make and share. Your friends will love these and it’s fun to make with sharpie markers.
17. Clothing Buttons
Make buttons that are custom and perfect to jazz up your outfit. These DIY Shrinky Dinks are so much fun and easy with a full tutorial.
18. USA DIY Jewelry
Show your state pride and make one of these DIY state charms with shrinky dink tracing.
19. Shrinky Dink Cake Topper
Don’t spend tons of money on a cake topper when you make a really cool one at home. Everyone will love this adorable cake topper.
20. Shrinky Dinks Jewelry
Learn how to make a bunch of different cool jewelry. Choose from tons of options from necklaces, bracelets and more.
21. 3D Shrinky Dink
Make lots of neat 3D creations with the Shrink Dink ideas. Find so many ideas that include jewelry, art and lots of fun projects.
22. Keychain
Grab a kit that includes all that you need to make a key chain. This is great if you are just getting started. It’s easy enough to make for birthday parties.
23. Bracelet
This fun twist on friendship bracelets incorporates shrinky dinks. It’s such an easy shrinky dink craft and everyone can personalize a bracelet.
24. Shrinky Dink Bookmarks
Jazz up your book or planner with these fun bookmarks. You will love the fun assortment of templates to choose from. Make one for Mom or Grandma today.
25. Flowers
Create an assortment of flowers to bring Spring inside! This project is so fun and really pretty. You can choose your favorite flower.
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
Yes, you can. This will have the same results as if you colored the paper for your project.
They will shrink significantly. Typically, they reduce to the amount of about ⅓ of the original size.
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.
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Which one of these fun Shrinky Dink Craft Ideas do you plan to make? Leave a comment and let me know!
