Shrink art

Thank you to everyone who requested a shrinkydinks ring tutorial! This tutorial is an experimental method, not an exact science - you should have fun playing with it... UPDATE: Since posting this very popular tutorial in 2008, I've answered every question imaginable in the comments of this ...

We are huge fans of shrink plastic crafts. From a cool notebook paper keepsake design to easy garden markers, we love seeing our plastic shrink in the oven to make cool magnets, charms and keychains. We have found a love for all things shrinky recently. Get our tips and see the results for testing different colored pencils on shrink film plastic.

I just thought I would share a fun technique using Shrinky Dinks with your Cricut and Ranger’s Melting Pot. This project is fun and can be used in so many ways… make jewelry charms, mag…

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So way back in 2008, one of the first big “experiments in craft” I did for Dabbled was what I called the Shrinky Dink Test Lab. I had run across the idea for using #6 plastic to make h…

Create amazing shrinky plastic crafts with these traceable printable shrinky dink patterns. 23 free templates!

Shrinky dink crafts aren't just for kids, there are so many supercool ideas for adults. From funky jewelry, keepsakes, bowls and terrariums. All the crafts include easy to follow step by step tutorials and many of the shrink plastic creations would make fantastic gifts or are suitable to sell at craft fairs. If your looking for a modern twist on this craft then you have come to the right place.

Shinky Dinks is the name of a type of shrink plastic. When heated, shrink plastic reduces in size. Designs drawn or printed on shrink plastic reduce too. Some polystyrene items, such as number 6 plastic, can be used like shrink plastic.