Properly framing your photos, posters, and other artwork is more than just putting it in an off-the-shelf frame–there are many tricks that professional frame makers use to keep your precious art pristine and looking great on the wall. Jen walks you through the process of making a custom frame using accessible specialty tools and tips she learned from doing this professionally. It’s a process that’s both satisfying and could also save you a lot of money!
Tools and materials
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CA glue: https://amzn.to/3vfJD61
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Acid free foam board: https://amzn.to/3feHBxt
ATG tape gun: https://amzn.to/34c42Nk
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Dust cover trimmer: https://www.mybinding.com/logan-f60-picture-framing-dust-cover-trimmer.html
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D ring hangers: https://amzn.to/3vhNZcO
Frame bumpers: https://amzn.to/3fcfuia
Prints shown by: https://www.secretrisoclub.com/shop and https://www.ericknightmaps.com/
Shot by Gunther Kirsch and edited by Norman Chan