Thursday, April 14, 2011

My creative space...


I had been thinking of doing some framing for months and finally got around to it before we started packing. I had this recycled frame and removed the Masonite. I then cut my own mount using archival mount board.


After cutting the window, I mounted the print I had chosen on a second piece of mount board using Japanese paper hinges and wheat starch paste. I also cleaned the original glass before sealing the package using framers tape. I cannot wait to display this!

2 comments:

  1. That looks lovely. I've been using charity shop frames and greetings cards to make thrifty art, but I'm not sure I'd be too confident at making my own mount. Maybe I should give it a try. I like the print you've chosen, I'm always drawn to birds.

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  2. I must admit, I had to practice before I was happy with the cuts. It can be difficult to get perfect corners on the mount. However it is so rewarding. Yes give it a try! Ames :)

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