So, you're having people over and your walls are absolutely naked! This is
quite the dilemma. Unfortunately, with your busy schedule there is not enough
time to shop around and procure art. Plus, your wallet took a big hit from all your holiday spending. Try this easy fix and add warmth
to any room with this easy idea.
See how I transform four deeply discounted
frames ($2 each) into a work of art worthy for display.
What you
will need:
- 4
discounted frames (exact: from Pier 1 Imports "Red Capiz")
- PL 500
Loctite glue
- Scissors
- Jute Twine
- Card stock
and scrapbooking supplies
- Tape
- Hot glue gun
- Ply wood ¼
inch thick.
- Hooks
- Steel wire
- Drill
Approximate
Time: 24-48 hours depending on how long
it takes for your glue to dry.
Step 1: Line
up your four frames the way you plan on having them hang on your wall. (I chose
to create one large square but you can really arrange them anyway you like.)
Step 2:
Next, depending on the type of frame you have chosen, remove the adjustable
stand piece (not the back board) with a drill or screwdriver.
Step 3: Use
pressed flowers, sprayed or glittery florals to create a pattern that you will
use in your frames.
Step 4: Once
you have matted your photographs, forals, or whatever you choose to place into
your frames, you are going to close and secure your creation, and then cut a
piece of plywood down to size. Mine is 24” by 28”.
Step 5:
Using your pl500 Loctite glue, glue the frames to the plywood.
Step 6: Make
sure you add pressure to your frames by layering something heavy on top. This
will ensure a better, and stronger adhesive between the plywood and your
frames. Let the glue dry for at least 24 hours.
*TIP* Your
college textbooks can be used here…if you were having doubts that you would
ever use them again
Step 7: To
hang your beautiful work of art, you’ll need to add hooks to the back of your
wall décor. Make sure they are far enough down that when you add your steel
wire and hang your beautiful creation it won’t be seen. No one likes wires
sticking out!
So many finds, so little time!
Have the perfect place for a DIY like this?
Share where you would hang this masterpiece in the comments below.
Stay Lovely,
D.R
Editor and curator of
Dusk & Rubies
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