| Ribbon-Embellished Picture Frame |
From "DIY Crafts"
episode DIC-238 |
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Use ribbons to refresh a favorite -- but tired -- picture frame, or to dress up a flea-market find.
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Materials: Plain, flat frame
Photo and mat
Grosgrain ribbon in same width as frame
Narrower ribbon or trim
Peel-and-stick double-sided adhesive tape
Permanent fabric glue
Scissors
- Place photo and mat in frame.
- Measure and cut peel-and-stick adhesive to fit frame, place around frame and firmly adhere grosgrain ribbon.
- Cut narrow ribbon a little longer than needed; glue the first piece across the top and on top of the grosgrain ribbon (centering any ribbon designs).
- Fold ends of ribbon into mitered corners and glue.
- Glue the cut piece of trim and attach on top of the grosgrain, placing the mitered corner on top of the first piece of trim.
- Continue around the frame, placing mitered trim over the grosgrain ribbon.
- Allow to dry thoroughly.
RESOURCES :
Ribbon Trims
Model: 1561583081
Author: Nancy Nehring
Embellishments A to Z : An Embellishment Idea Book
Model: 1561583073
Author: Stephanie Valley
Masterworks: Decorative and Functional Art
ISBN: 1863512756
Author: Sally Milner
Order this title from Amazon.com.
Soft Furnishings with Calico, Ribbon and Lace: A Step-by-Step Creative Guide
Model: 1853683361
Author: Fiona Reeves
Offray Ribbon
Lion Ribbon Co. / C.M. Offray & Son Inc.
Website: www.offray.com
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