I've had some frames sitting around that were just begging to be altered. This first frame came from the Target Dollar Spot - but you can also purchase them at Joanns.
Before
After
To alter this frame - I applied The Glue Essential Glue Pad directly to my frame - then stippled on my pearl ex colors. Since there is no heating involved with this glue pad - it was quick and easy - no mess! I then stamped my Doodle This images in black stazon.
After
Here's the cardboard frame again. I stamped my Serene Sunflower images in more mustard, chocolate chip, black and old olive. I then stamped my Canvas background in creamy caramel. Using a sponge dauber and chocolate chip ink - I edged the frame.
This next frame I found at my local Michaels store - it's wooden and runs about $1.00.
Before
After
For this frame - I used a brushed on some Scotch Tacky Adhesive to my wooden frame, then attached my Notations DS Paper (cut just 1/16" larger than my frame), and let it dry. Once my frame was dry - I cut out the inside using my exacto knife, sanded the edges with a sanding block and used a sponge dauber to apply Certainly Celery ink to the edges. I my twill take with Twill Snapz from Junkitz (I got mine at Innovative Stamp Creations ).
After
Here's the wooden frame again. This time I mixed some White Lumiere with some Pearl Ex and painted it onto my wooded frame. Once the frame was dry, I inked my French Script background stamp in stazon and stamped it onto my frame. The fish netting is attached with glue dots and I used Crystal Effects to adhere the shells.
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Lisa, these are just gorgeous! Thanks for showing the before and after. I wonder if I can find some cheap frames for an upcoming class? That's why I love reading your blog. . . . . all the inspiration!
So, I'm just a scrollin' through my google reader not looking at names...just projects today. Then I see all these totally rockin' frames and think....I'm so glad they showed "before and after" pix b/c I could totally do that! THEN i go back up and see it's your blog *smacks self in forehead* I should have known!!!!! These are really pretty....love what you did w/ the glue pad and pearlex!
~Lana b.~
So Cool! I love it!!!!
So, so pretty!
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Beautiful frames, I have a box of them in the garage that need immediate attention!!! You've inspired me to drag them back in the house and decorate, I can always use spare gifts, especially with Mother's Day around the corner. Thanks Lisa, great ideas.
great frames! they are all beautiful!
I have altered quite a few frames using scrapbook paper and embellishments. Currently painting one. They are so fun and easy to do. Your frames here are very cute.
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