How To Make Picture Frames

How to Make Picture Frames

12 Simple to Stylish Projects from the Experts at American Woodworker, Matting, Mounting, Router Moldings, Table Saw Frames without Jigs, and More

Picture yourself crafting beautiful frames!

This guide includes 12 projects ranging from simple to stylish, featuring oval frames, one-day frames, and Craftsman-style frames. You’ll find tips and techniques for matting, mounting, mass production, making clean-cut moldings, router-made frames, and more. The step-by-step instructions are complemented by coordinating photography, exploded views, and project requirement lists. You'll learn about cutting angles, sourcing wood, using the right router bit, and other helpful workshop techniques.

If you have something to frame or want a special gift idea, consider making your own handmade picture frames! Upon entering a home, one of the first things to catch the eye is often the artwork and photographs on display. These memories and mementos tell the story of the house and its inhabitants. The frames that hold these treasures are an essential element of home décor. With the help of "How to Make Picture Frames," you can create something special to showcase your treasured memories for years to come!

This 120-page book is a collection of some of the best framing projects published by American Woodworker magazine, the leading publication for woodworking. It covers everything from simple frames to more complex and decorative designs, with expert guidance from American Woodworker. The book includes detailed instructions, workshop tips, matting and mounting advice, and plans for creating jigs that ensure your success. Some frames can be constructed daily using basic power tools and scrap materials!

You can make a variety of stylish, well-designed picture frames from rustic styles to Craftsman frames using this handy manual. It contains essential techniques, plans for creating dozens of frames efficiently, and a section dedicated to troubleshooting common mistakes. This resource is perfect for woodworkers searching for new projects or art enthusiasts who want to frame their treasured possessions.

Frames serve as the home for your most cherished memories, whether family photos from a summer vacation or your child's first piece of artwork. Craft your picture frames with "How to Make Picture Frames!" to add a personal touch to your beloved mementos and photographs.