2"x3" Rectangle Magnet Making Kit - Paper

The 2"x3" Rectangle Magnet Making Kit is a complete, ready-to-run system for producing professional 2"x3" rectangle magnets at home or an event. This is the Paper version, built to press designs printed on regular printer paper. Handmade magnets have become one of the fastest-growing corners of the maker economy. Etsy shops, farmers-market booths, and home-based side businesses are turning printed artwork, sayings, florals, and retro designs into magnets people love to collect. Because the paper machine runs on standard printer paper instead of photo stock, your material cost per magnet stays low and your margins stay high. Every kit ships with the paper button maker, a graphic punch cutter, 100 complete magnet back sets, and three months of free access to Build-a-Button. What's in the Kit 2"x3" Rectangle Professional (Paper) Button Maker — runs on regular printer paper. 2"x3" Rectangle Paper Graphic Punch — sizes your printed artwork to the exact 2"x3" rectangle 100 Magnet Back Sets — each set includes a metal shell, clear Mylar, a plastic back, and a self-adhesive peel-and-stick magnet White Silicone Stick — keeps the crimp die running smoothly with laser-printed graphics 3 months of free access to the Build-a-Button Design Center Free UPS Ground Shipping* within the lower 48 US States 2x3" Paper Magnet Kit Specifications Finished Size 2" x 3" rectangle magnet Magnet Sets Included 100 complete peel-and-stick magnet back sets Machine Type Paper button maker — runs on regular printer paper (not photo stock) Magnet Set Contents Metal shell, clear Mylar, plastic back, self-adhesive magnet (1¾" x 2¾" x 0.060" thick) Cutter Type Rectangle paper graphic punch Recommended Stock Regular printer paper (24 lb) and light cardstock Design Software 3 months Build-a-Button access Reorder Supplies 2"x3" paper magnet sets in 500 and 1,000 packs Shipping Free UPS Ground within the lower 48 US States* Manufactured Made in the USA Best For Magnet sellers, Etsy shops, farmers-market & craft-fair vendors, home-based businesses, fundraisers, schools, churches, nonprofits The Magnet Business, By the Numbers The reason makers love the paper machine is simple: regular printer paper keeps your cost per magnet low, so almost every sale is margin. Here is the math on a single finished 2"x3" magnet, using our 1,000-pack supply pricing. Magnet back set (at the 1,000-pack price) ~$0.35 Printer paper + ink (regular stock) ~$0.05 Your material cost per magnet ~$0.40 Common handmade selling price at markets & on Etsy $5–$8 ea At a $5 sale price, that is roughly $4.60 per magnet before booth, label, and packaging costs — and many sellers move them faster in multipacks, such as 3 for $12 or 4 for $15. Run the numbers against your own pricing, but the economics are why magnets have become a go-to product for new makers. (Selling-price ranges are a general market observation, not a guarantee of income — set your own prices for your market.) Who's Making 2x3" Magnets Home-Based Magnet Sellers & Etsy Shops The paper machine is built for printed-design magnets — florals, affirmations, retro art, pop-culture nods, and seasonal collections — the styles selling well on Etsy and at pop-ups right now. You print your own artwork on regular paper, press on demand, and fill orders from home without paying an outside manufacturer or holding pre-printed inventory. Farmers Markets & Craft Fairs Magnets are a near-perfect booth product: low material cost, light to carry, easy to display on a steel board, and an easy impulse buy. The peel-and-stick back assembles in a single press cycle, so you can restock bestsellers between markets and test new designs without a big upfront print run. Fundraisers & Community Groups Schools, churches, sports leagues, and nonprofits use 2"x3" magnets for spirit days, mission-trip keepsakes, and donor thank-yous. Producing in-house on printer paper stretches a fixed budget far further than ordering custom magnets from a printer, and every magnet lives on a refrigerator as a daily reminder of the cause. Small Businesses & Promotions Restaurants, contractors, and service businesses hand out branded magnets that customers actually keep on the fridge with the takeout menus and appointment cards. It is one of the few promotional items people choose to display, which keeps your logo and phone number in daily view. Join the Magnet-Making Community One of the best parts of starting out is how much inspiration is already out there. Active maker communities on Facebook share designs, booth setups, pricing tips, and encouragement that help newcomers get going fast. Start with our own ABM Community Forum on Facebook, where button and magnet makers post their work, swap ideas, and answer each other's questions. How to Make a 2x3" Magnet The kit follows the same simple workflow as our pinback systems — the only change is a peel-and-stick magnet back in place of a pin. For a full walkthrough, see our refrigerator magnet video tutorial. Design your artwork. Lay out your design in Build-a-Button, then print on regular printer paper. Cut to size. Use the paper graphic punch to trim each print to the exact 2"x3" rectangle. Load the press. Stack the shell, your printed graphic, and a piece of clear Mylar in the pickup die of the paper button maker. Press the magnet. Rotate the die under the crimp and pull the handle to assemble the finished magnet in a single press cycle. Apply the magnet back. Peel the backing from the self-adhesive magnet and press it firmly onto the plastic back for a long-term bond. Pro Tips for Selling Magnets Buy backs in bulk to protect your margin. Reordering magnet sets in 1,000 packs drops your per-magnet cost to about 35¢ — the single biggest lever on your profit. Press firmly on the adhesive. Apply steady pressure when seating the peel-and-stick magnet so it forms a long-term bond and holds securely on a refrigerator or steel display board. Use the silicone stick with laser prints. A thin layer of lubricant on the crimp die keeps laser-printed stock feeding smoothly and reduces jams. Design in collections. Themed sets (florals, local landmarks, sayings) sell better in multipacks than one-off designs — and multipacks raise your average order at the booth. Scale up when you are ready. When volume grows, the Die Cutting Press with the 2"x3" paper cutting die cuts stacks of graphics at once for faster production runs. Reorder Supplies & Add-Ons This kit is part of our 2"x3" rectangle paper system. The magnet backs, punch, and supplies below are all sized for the same finished 2"x3" rectangle, so everything works together. Related products you may need: 2"x3" Magnet Sets — Paper — reorder magnet backs in 500 or 1,000 packs to keep your cost per magnet down Rectangle Button Supplies — Mylar, shells, and additional 2"x3" backs and finishes Magnet Sets Collection — magnet backs in every ABM size 2"x3" Paper Cutting Die — for high-volume cutting on the Die Cutting Press Rectangle Button Machines — see the full 2"x3" machine lineup, including the Photo version for true photographs Helpful Reading for New Magnet Makers From the ABM Button Blog: How to Make a Refrigerator Magnet — the basics, plus popular ways people sell them How to Make a Refrigerator Magnet — Video Tutorial — watch the press in action How Can I Make Money Selling Buttons & Magnets? — pricing and sales channels How to Start a Home Button Business — turning a press into a side business Button Business Ideas — more articles for makers building a business Frequently Asked Questions What is the difference between the Paper kit and the Photo kit? This Paper kit is built to press designs printed on regular printer paper, the same as our other paper machines. It is the right choice for printed artwork, patterns, lettering, logos, and decorative designs — the styles most magnet sellers make — and it keeps your material cost low. If you plan to make magnets from true photographs on thicker glossy photo stock, choose the 2"x3" Photo kit instead. How much does each magnet cost me to make? At our 1,000-pack supply price, each magnet back set runs about $0.35, plus a few cents for regular printer paper and ink — roughly $0.40 in materials per finished magnet. Buying magnet sets in larger packs lowers your per-magnet cost, which is the biggest lever on your profit margin. What do people typically sell handmade magnets for? It varies by market and design, but makers at farmers markets and on Etsy commonly price 2"x3" magnets in the $5 to $8 range, and often move them faster in multipacks such as 3 for $12 or 4 for $15. Set your own prices for your market — these are general observations, not a promise of income. What kind of paper should I use with this kit? Regular 24 lb printer paper and light cardstock. This is the Paper machine, designed for standard printer stock rather than thick glossy photo paper, which is part of what keeps your cost per magnet low. If you want to press actual photographs, the Photo version of the machine is built for thicker photo stock. How strong are the magnets? Each set uses a self-adhesive peel-and-stick magnet measuring 1¾" x 2¾" x 0.060" thick. It holds a finished 2"x3" magnet securely on a refrigerator, locker, or steel display board for everyday use. Do I need any other equipment to get started? No. The kit is a complete system — the paper button maker, paper punch, 100 magnet sets, silicone stick, and three months of Build-a-Button access are all included. You supply regular printer paper, a printer, and your artwork. Can I scale up to higher volume later? Yes. The included paper punch cuts one graphic at a time, which is plenty to start. When your volume grows, add the Die Cutting Press with the 2"x3" paper cutting die to cut stacks of graphics at once, and reorder magnet sets in 1,000 packs to keep your cost per magnet at its lowest. Is shipping really free? Yes. We offer free UPS Ground shipping on all button making systems within the lower 48 US States to help people get started. Shipping charges apply to any additional items added to the same order. *We offer Free UPS Ground Shipping on all Button Making Systems within the lower 48 US States to help people get started. Shipping charges will apply to any additional items in the same order. Cost and selling-price figures are illustrative, based on current ABM supply pricing and general market observation, and are not a guarantee of income.