Mylar Pouches: The Most Important Supply You'll Buy
The mylar pouch is what gives your photo magnet its finished, glossy look. It seals around your photo under heat and pressure, protecting it from moisture, scratches, and fading.
What to look for:
- Thickness — thicker mylar holds up better over time and resists peeling at the edges
- Clarity — the clearer the mylar, the sharper your photo will look underneath
- Consistency — pouches should be uniform in size so every magnet looks the same
- Compatibility — make sure the pouches match your machine and magnet size
Cheap mylar pouches are one of the most common sources of frustration for new magnet makers. They wrinkle unevenly, yellow over time, or peel away from the edges. It's worth paying a little more for quality here.
Magnet Backings: Stronger Than You Think You Need
A magnet backing has one job — hold your photo to the fridge without sliding down every time someone walks past.
Sounds simple. But not all magnet backings are strong enough to do it reliably.
What to look for:
- Pull strength — measured in pounds or grams, this tells you how firmly the magnet holds
- Adhesive quality — the sticky side needs to bond firmly to your mylar-sealed photo and stay bonded
- Size compatibility — your backing should match your magnet dimensions exactly
- Flexibility — rigid backings can crack over time; flexible ones hold up better
If you're making 2x2 magnet supplies kits for sale or events, always test your magnet backings on an actual fridge before committing to a large order.
Cutting Dies: The Secret to Professional-Looking Magnets
Ask any experienced magnet maker what separates amateur results from professional ones and they'll probably say: clean cuts.
A cutting die gives you a perfectly sized, perfectly shaped cut every single time. No scissors. No uneven edges. No guessing.
What to look for:
- Sharp, clean edges — a good die cuts through photo paper and cardstock in one smooth motion
- Correct sizing — your die should match your magnet size exactly — 2x2 for square magnets, for example
- Durability — dies should hold their edge through thousands of cuts without dulling
Using a cutting die instead of scissors or a basic trimmer is one of the easiest upgrades you can make to your magnet making process.
Refill Packs: Buy Smart, Buy in Bulk
Once you start making magnets regularly, you'll go through supplies faster than you expect.
Refill packs that bundle your mylar pouches, magnet backings, and cardstock together are the most cost-effective way to keep your supply stocked. And buying wholesale magnet making supplies in larger quantities brings your cost per magnet down significantly.
Tips for buying refill packs:
- Always check that the pack matches your machine and magnet size
- Buy enough to cover your next project with some left over — running out mid-event is a nightmare
- Store refills in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
A Word on Compatibility
This one catches a lot of people off guard.
Not all supplies work with all machines. Before you order refill packs or extra mylar pouches, double-check that they're compatible with your specific magnet press. Most reputable suppliers — including Memory Magnet Co. — clearly label which supplies work with which machines.
When in doubt, buy your supplies from the same place you bought your machine. It removes the guesswork entirely.
Shop Quality Magnet Making Supplies at Memory Magnet Co.
We carry a full range of magnet making supplies — mylar pouches, magnet backings, cutting dies, refill packs, and more — all designed to work together for consistent, professional results.
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