How to customize art at home

I found these mask from Ghana on a shopping trip and was so excited to add them to my collection until I went to the frame store. The estimate for framing each mask was so expensive. It made me think why does framing cost so much?

Anyway, it was a perfect opportunity to get creative and find a budget friendly solution that of course would look fabulous.

In the process I discovered a super simple way to custom frame art pieces and make it look just as beautiful as the $450 estimate each they gave me at the store.

Here’s the best part is:

You could use this method for many different types of art or memorabilia, especially anything 3 dimensional.

My framing method only cost me $20.

Here’s what I used to frame my art pieces and what I did:

Supplies for framing you’ll need:

– A picture frame large enough for your art piece

– Fabric to coordinate or show-off your art piece

– Spray Adhesive

– Paint or Stain if you want to change the color of your frame

I’m showing you how I framed African Mask but you can use this same technique with most any item you want to frame.

Frames are plentiful at thrift stores. I always look for wood frames and I bought this one for less than $4.

Step 1. Separate the back from the frame and remove the glass. Paint or stain the frame your desired color if you need to.

Step 2 – Cut your fabric one inch larger than the back board around all sides. Apply spray adhesive to the back of fabric and wrap fabric around the board. Use clips to secure the fabric and let it dry.