How to Make a Paper Picture Frame

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Cut out a piece of card or heavy paper in a rectangular shape.

   Check before cutting that it is wider and longer than the image you wish to insert inside of it. , Draw this in pencil.
   
   Cut out the inner rectangle and discard of it. , Glue together three sides, leaving open and unglued one of the shorter ends. , Glue on buttons, sequins, glitter, etc. or use markers to make decorations around the frame. , Stretch the string right across and glue each end.
   
   Leave a little slack to allow for hanging. , Hang the picture inside its new frame onto the wall.
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   Step 2: Measure a good border.

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   Step 3: Attach the back piece of card to the frame piece of card.

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   Step 4: Decorate the frame.

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   Step 5: Glue a piece of string to the back of the frame.

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   Step 6: Insert the photo or image.

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