How to Make Frames

If you're tired of spending lots of money on picture frames and looking for a unique way to showcase a treasured photograph, try making your own picture frames at home. Once you have done one you will be amazed at how easy it is and wonder why you did not learn to make frames earlier.

Things You'll Need

• Safety glasses
• Headphones that restrict noise
• Table saw
• 4 Boards, all cut the same width and approximately 10 percent longer than you want each side to be
• Belt clamp
• Wood glue
• Small nails or dowels for larger frames

Instructions

1. Choose the wood that will showcase your project best.

2. Procure a table saw either through purchasing or borrowing one.

3. Measure your project to decide how big and wide you will need to make the frame.

4. Put on protective eye wear and earpieces before you turn the saw on.

5. Cut a slot along one edge of the back of each board to form a ledge. This will hold your project.

6. Make 45 degree cuts on each of the boards so that when you put the frame together it makes a square or rectangle. Be sure to mark each board before you cut so you know where to begin.

7. Put the pieces together into the frame shape before you attach them. This way you can be sure that it works and they align correctly.

8. Use your belt clamp to get the corners to line up together perfectly.

9. Glue the pieces together. Allow the glue to dry.

10. Stain the frame to get it the color you choose.

11. Hang and enjoy.

Tips & Warnings

• Measure twice, cut once.