A little weekend DIY
This is one of my favorite DIY projects I’ve seen in a while and a really nice way to personalize cheap frames (and use up that fabric stash!). I’d love to do this with IKEA wooden frames and rad vintage fabric (or wallpaper, actually). Someday I’ll get around to doing this….. Has anyone tried this? Any tips?
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September 19th, 2008 12:48
I worked at a Montessori school, years back. Some of our decoupage projects inspired me to head over to ArtMart and buy several types of hand-made papers. I also bought spray glue and gloss sealer. I covered the oversized frame with the textured paper. Then, I covered the inside back of the frame. I attached the display piece, in this case a photo, in the center. The photo looks set on a textured matte. I did the same paper on both the “matte” and the frame, with the glass glare and shadowing giving the slightly off-set color ‘thing’. But, I think coordinating papers would look great.
I also covered a foam wig head with the paper scraps and some fall leaves.
September 19th, 2008 14:28
Great idea - love it!
September 19th, 2008 19:07
i’ve never tried, but thanks to you, i will now. i can’t wait to go out this weekend and get some frames. i already have some fabric in mind that i was saving for a sewing project that i know will never happen!
September 21st, 2008 14:44
GOOD idea! Great prices too! Might have to try this project!