You don’t HAVE to paint, but I personally love to paint so I always do.Īs far as Mod Podge formulas, you can use regular Matte, Satin, or Gloss depending on the finish you are going for. The only type of paint I would shy away from is latex, at least if you are going to use Mod Podge (they don’t work well together). You can use regular craft paint (like FolkArt) as well as spray paint or chalk paint. It’s up to you! Paint and Mod Podge to Use You can use the frame as-is or basecoat with paint first. She uses a sanding block on all of her wooden frames to remove any splinters and smooth edges. However my mother (an admitted perfectionist) always likes to sand her frames. Many times I don’t do anything to prepare my photo frames for crafting. And sometimes I use Dimensional Magic to accent certain areas and/or wood pieces for a little interest. I don’t use a separate sealer on top – just Mod Podge. I use a variety of supplies to enhance the frames: scrapbook paper, paint, ribbon, stencils, Mod Podge, tissue paper, napkins, brads, wood shapes, and more. So check them regularly especially if you are on a budget! DIY Picture Frame Supplies If you’re looking for a makeover, it’s hit or miss but. Let’s not forget thrift stores and the Goodwill. Craft stores probably won’t have enough in stock. The most inexpensive frames online are a little bit over $2, and if you have a large project (like summer camp, bible school, or a craft night) it’s more practical to buy them online anyway. The best places to buy bulk frames are and Oriental Trading Company. I know sometimes they have small heart and square frames as well. The large chains have them for $2 typically starting at 4 x 6, and then the prices and sizes go up from there. You can get frames at Michaels, Jo-Ann, Walmart, Dollar Tree, and a variety of other smaller craft stores. If you mess up, simply purchase another frame and start again! Where to Get Frames These frame decoration projects provide easy inspiration for a wide variety of techniques. I love that for a few bucks, you can create a DIY picture frame of your own. These frames are inexpensive of course, but they are also the perfectsize for decorating. If I’m being honest, my favorite are the $2 – $3 wooden frames (they usually hold 4″ x 6″ photos). There are pretty decent/sturdy picture frames at the craft store for an inexpensive price. When I say “cheap” I mean in numbers only, not quality. Today’s trip is going to be fun because you are going to the unfinished wood crafts section again – it’s time to decorate those cheap wooden picture frames! Photo Frame Ideas I’ve taken you on a stroll through the craft store, and we’ve learned how to decorate birdhouses, va ses, trays, wood slices, wood blocks, boxes, plates, wood plaques, and more.
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