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Re: Frames
« Reply #15 on: February 16, 2011, 07:22:28 pm »
Thanks for sharing everybody, interesting to read everyone's ideas. I really like the finished look of a shop made frame, and I love the flexability of making whatever size I need.
Recently I had my kids at school make picture frames. I had a few that got cut the wrong size so I made frames out of them anyway and have used them in a few projects.
I also have found a few cool frames at the local thrift store, they look a bit cooler then the wal-mart ones that I usually have.

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Re: Frames
« Reply #16 on: February 16, 2011, 08:41:44 pm »
I forgot I wanted to share this tip I read online. (I don't think it was here, if I am stealing your tip I'll gladly give you credit)

To give your frame a more proffesional look get some kraft paper (like paper grocery bags or other brown paper) attach it to the back of your frame with double sided tape or hot glue. Then get the paper wet, not ruin your project wet, just moist. As the paper dries it will shrink to a nice tight fit over the back, making your framing job look even better.
This works with shop-made frames as well as store-bought frames.

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Re: Frames
« Reply #17 on: February 16, 2011, 09:50:02 pm »
Cool tip about the paper.  I'd never heard that before.  Will definitely give it a try!  Thanks!

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Re: Frames
« Reply #18 on: February 17, 2011, 07:24:55 am »
That is the first time I heard about the paper to. Thanks  :)
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Re: Frames
« Reply #19 on: February 17, 2011, 10:50:29 am »
Great tip about shrinking the brown paper.  I've never heard of it either.  Thanks.
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Re: Frames
« Reply #20 on: February 17, 2011, 11:14:46 am »
I am glad that I didn't steal a tip from someone here. I tried the paper trick onmy last project, it turned out really cool. It really makes the framing job stand out, even if it isn't.

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Re: Frames
« Reply #21 on: February 17, 2011, 11:20:13 am »
The best way to dampen the Kraft Paper is with a small spray bottle and lightly 'mist' the paper to dampness.

Old 'framer's trick I learned from a man who did framing for our local Art Museum.

Also makes a great place to attach a business card, label or add your 'autograph'!

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