How to Make Picture Frames, Photo Guide to Framing and Displaying Artwork

How to Make Picture Frames: With a dozen featured projects and ideas for dozens more, this book is sure to get you in the right "frame" of mind for housing your family's most treasured memories and artwork. Step-by-step instructions, and vivid, full-color photographs bring the woodwork to life and ensure the success of your projects. Also includes complete tutorials on matting and mounting. Paperback The Complete Photo Guide to Framing and Displaying Artwork is the ultimate reference for matting, framing and displaying art, photography, collectibles, needlework and keepsakes. Decorating walls with framed artwork is an essential part of home decor . Learn the tricks of the trade from Vivian Kistler, a world-renowned author, educator and framing industry professional. Whether you want to do all the steps yourself or take some shortcuts, use this comprehensive guide to help you explore all the options. Step-by-step instructions with more than 500 color photos lead you through the entire framing process: Designing the project: color, size, proportion and style Selecting matboard and cutting the mat Building a custom frame or choosing the right premade materials Cutting glass and plastic Putting the layers together Proper methods for hanging Detailed instructions are included for framing art on canvas, art on paper, needlework and fabric . You'll learn techniques for archival framing and for making shadow boxes. Paperback. Good Condition