Hi Veronica here today to share with you an old frame that I restored. This frame was originally cream with a gold trim. I repainted and distressed the frame with a tint of light and dark grey.
This time I gathered lots of supplies because I really didn't know where this project would take me. I knew that I wanted to make a baby frame to gift to my neighbors new grandchild; but that's all I had in mind.
My first step was to redo the base matt. Though I did use the opening for a 4x6 photo as a template.
I also fussy cut the embossed frame that was on the original matt. I tinted the mat border with a light grey before adhering it to the new base.
Next I mixed some mica chips and gesso to tint the original cream frame to a light grey.
I like the new color of the frame and it will match the baby's room. My neighbor let me know that her grandchild's room is done in greys and with baby elephants.
I found this adorable elephant button and it was perfect as a center on my flower. The Helmar Craft Glue works perfect for this.
The last thing I did was embellish the outside of the frame. I love this look, especially since I love layers and texture!
I hope you enjoyed my little project. So look around your home, take something old and make it new again!
Thank you for stopping by and happy scrapping ...
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