Diy Picture Matting And Framing

So as per usual i figured out a way to make diy picture mats and spent a whopping total of 4 00 to make them.

Diy picture matting and framing. Are you ready to have your mind blown. I love the addition of a mat to artwork. Framing photos and art is one of the most common projects i do. If you ve ever used the ikea ribba frames you ll know that the mats are more of a cream than a pure white.

It drives me caaa razy. This can be purchased online or at most craft stores. Let s start by creating the picture frame mat. There is a really easy way to cut your own mats without expensive mat cutter tools.

See more ideas about matting pictures picture frames diy picture frames. Fortunately the book i mentioned has plenty of information and guidelines to help you make such decisions. And having them custom cut wasn t an option because i didn t want to spend a fortune on this project. It helps it stand out and gives a buffer between the artwork and the diy frame.

The supplies you ll need are. Do not let the exposed tape touch the mat until you have decided placement. And what an interesting picture can be produced by simply matting and framing something as basic as a greeting card or rubber stamped image. Turn the page picture side up and hold the pre cut mat over the page to decide where you want the image in the opening.

Yup forget the saving money part. Diy picture frame mat. Many a large mat are double the cost of a piece of uncut mat board yowzers and with that said i do collect photography prints and frames and have spent plenty a dime on professionally made or store bought mats but all too regularly find myself dealing with two issues. All it takes is a few supplies some art or a photo to frame and you ll be creating your own decor in no time.

Mar 6 2018 explore paula dohse s board picture matting on pinterest. Here s how to cut your own picture mats. Read on to learn how to make your own diy picture mats. You can purchase custom mats however i chose to make mine for a fraction of the cost using foam board.

And now for the best trick for budget friendly bright white diy photo mats. This is a whole new craft to enjoy.