I recently picked up 3 large, carved wood frames from garage sales. You know the kind, beautiful ornate borders and created for canvas prints (no glass or backing). I got 2 – 16×20 frames and 1 20×26 frame, for $25 total – not bad, eh? Now I’m trying to figure out what to do with them. I will probably use one of them for a large blown up canvas print of my kids (by the way, have you seen the deal for Canvas Prints? Right now you can get 2 – 16×20 Canvas prints for only $49 (click here to check out the deal!!! Awesome??)
So I’m brainstorming and trying to figure out what I could do with the other 2 frames, I’m thinking I won’t go super traditional with the frame usage, so I took to pinterest and the web to see what other great ideas that you all have had out there. I figured while I’m at it, I’ll put together a list for y’all, with some of the best ideas I come across!
1. Earring Holder – Although if you have a nice frame with an ornate/carved front, I would run the nails and the string on the back of the frame, so the pretty front can shine.
source: etsy.com
2. Make a collage of mirrors and empty frames
source: thepeakoftreschic.com
3. Add hooks to the inner top of the frame, and hang your keys!
source: purplecarrotkc.com
4. Add chicken wire to the back, along with some cute clothespins or clips, and make a photo and paper display/organizer!
source: lemonademakinmama.com
5. Jewelry Organizer – Add backing, padding and satin to each frame, and then fit them into an existing cabinet/empty set of drawers
source: unknown
6. Frame around mirrored words or other small bits of non-traditional art
source: thevintagewren.blogspot.com
7. Run string or wire across the opening, and use clips to hang photos or other keepsakes
source: www.scrapbook.com
8. Add a Mirror into the frame and affix it to the top of a table, vintage suitcases or other upcycled item to create a table top
source: cupcakesandcashmere.com
9. Frames upcycled into bookshelves
source: flickr.com by amanda farah
10. Add fabric plus a piece of glass or acrylic – add feet and use it as a tray!
source: michaels.com
11. Holiday Decor!
source: leadingthegoodlife.net
12. Add twigs to the background for a cool, rustic art piece!
source: etsy.com
What are your favorites? Do you have any other ideas for how to upcycle a frame?
Great collection of ideas!
I like your site…Thanks for sharing.
I find many of your upcycling tips to be helpful for my low income interior design projects.