How to Make a Jigsaw Puzzle Into a Framed Picture

Have you ever found a jigsaw puzzle that you absolutely loved? You work for hours putting the puzzle together only to take it apart and put it back into the box. Why not glue the puzzle together and frame it to hang on a wall?

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Jigsaw Puzzle
• Jigsaw Puzzle glue
• Frame to fit the puzzle

1. 
    

   Find a jigsaw puzzle that you would enjoy putting together and hanging on your wall as a framed picture. There are many puzzles to choose from at craft stores, toy stores or department stores.

2. 
    

   Put your jigsaw puzzle together on a piece of poster board. Once the puzzle is completed, begin to glue it together. Pour the glue on the middle of the puzzle and spread to cover the entire puzzle. Don't' be stingy - use plenty of glue. Let the puzzle dry for at least one hour. Once the puzzle is completely dry, flip it over and repeat the gluing process for the other side. This will ensure your puzzle will be strong.

3. 
    

   Measure the puzzle and purchase a frame to fit the puzzle. There are many inexpensive frames. I have found some great frames at the dollar stores in my area or check out garage sales. Before you put the puzzle into the frame, you can add embellishments. For instance, my aunt made a puzzle of toys and other items you would find in your attic. She put some crocheted trim into the frame before she added the puzzle. It gave an added touch to the picture. Once the puzzle is in the frame, you are ready to hang it on the wall.

Tips & Warnings

• This is great inexpensive gift.
• Try using children's puzzles to decorate your child's bedroom.

[joycetmann]

on 7/9/2009 Thanks for how to make a jigsaw puzzle into a framed picture. 5* and rec

[delawaregeek]

on 5/21/2009 Thanks for the information, these would make a great gift too :) 5 stars!

[quillerlady]

on 5/20/2009 Great idea! Thanks for sharing.

[FrazzledNanny]

on 5/7/2009 Thanks for the helpful tips on making a jigsaw puzzle into a framed picture. My mom had one done for her when I was little and I did one for my daughter. Now my youngest wants to make one for her room. 5*

[westernmom]

on 5/5/2009 I started putting out jigsaw puzzle at during the Christmas holidays and my family loves sitting and visiting and working on them. I like to buy the nicer ones and so have tried this but didn't frame it. Maybe I will get my husband to make some nice frames. The Thomas Kincaid pictures are so beautiful that you hate to take them apart. 5*