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How To: Make Cardboard Picture Frames

We're always game for inexpensive framing ideas, and free framing ideas? Well, that's all the better. Gather up a cardboard box along with any photos that are collecting dust and give this simple project a try...

We also like the thought of using these frames for holiday decor - you could cut out holiday shapes for the frame (or not, either way) and string them together around the tree, mantle, or anywhere really. You can even glue some wrapping paper over the cardboard for a little festive boost.

Check out Photojojo's full instructions here.

Comments (6)

hmmm... not so sure about this... maybe if the cardboard has some interesting print on it, it could be ok... but the two examples shown above don't look very pleasing to me...
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posted by Harpa on December 5th 2008 at 4:35am
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Cute for a kid's room.

posted by Monica on December 5th 2008 at 10:01am
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I think they could be adorable for temporary or less "formal" use (in an office, a child's room, or holiday displays). I love seeing maps get re-purposed.

posted by asdf3001 on December 5th 2008 at 10:32am
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I think you can buy frames at AARON BROS. for, like, $1.98.
I guess if you're homeless you could do this with left over cardboard from the addition you didn't get around to but...

(uh, I don't want to sound too mean 'cause that is so unlike me but this is just silly.)

posted by Mr. Dangerous on December 5th 2008 at 2:49pm
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Mr. Dangerous- it's what I thought too but like the other said cute for a lilttle while Like a kids party!

posted by Haunted_Studio on December 5th 2008 at 4:09pm
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I think this is a really cool idea, especially with the holidays and the massive amount of boxes that are sure to pile up. I have a 6-year old artist who has a new master piece almost everyday. This is a great way to display her art and practice recyling. I would probably put some magenet strips on the back to be able to use on the fridge :)

posted by pagingqueenmum on December 7th 2008 at 11:41pm
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