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I love to think �outside the box,� when
it comes to scrapbooking and here I have created some beautiful
keepsakes using frames. You can use any size or shape when
it comes to them, and here I will take you through some general
guidelines to help you create you own special keepsakes for you
or as gifts for loved ones. |
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Choose your frame and just like a layout,
gather all your supplies together that you would like to use and
incorporate into your work of art. With the three frames shown
here I have not used any photos therefore I have just used a lot
of different embellishments etc, to fill each area in. You may
chose to use photos in your frames and using your photo as the
main focus add extra trims and embellishments as desired. |
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Scrapbooking papers, paper tole
patterns, stickers, 3D embellishments, fibres, tags,
ephemera, chalks, paints and inks are just some of the
things you can use to decorate your frames. Remember
though, the depth of the frame will determine what you
can use. If your frame is very flat then using
three-dimensional embellishments may not be possible. |
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Carefully remove the back cover of your
frame, remove the paper insert that comes with each frame and
then set the glass sheet aside for now so it doesn�t get
broken. |
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Using the paper insert as your template
measure and cut mat to size using your choice of paper. |
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If you are using a multiple frame, or
a single frame where the placing of the photo is smaller
then the actual frame size for example: the frame may
measure 10 x 12cms and the photo area may only be 8 x
6cms, then measure a little extra (about a cm all round)
so it will sit better once it has been mounted to the
paper insert upon finishing. If your frame is the same
size as your photo area you will not need to use the
paper insert to attach the decorated mats. |
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For a multiple frame, work with each area
measuring and cutting mats to size then add trims and
embellishments, etc as desired. When each has been finished and
you are happy with them, attach each mat with photo tabs to the
paper insert/template that came with the frame. Now insert the
sheet of glass into the front of the frame. Next, insert your
decorated mats adhered to the paper insert. Before you put the
back on securely, check to see that everything is sitting
correctly. |
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Insert the back cover into the photo frame
and secure it. |
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Now all you have to do is hang it on your
wall or give it away to that someone special. |
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If you would like to have any of your designs
included in our resource centre, please email them to us at [email protected]
(please make sure all files are .jpg or .gif). |
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