Photo Frame - A Creative Home Decor Accessory

Who doesn't want to capture memorable moments ofBulletin boards
holidaying with friends, family or time that you haveBulletin boards and old crates can also be transformed
spend with your partner. As photos play an essentialto these frames when used imaginatively. There is
role to remind us of the days spend with our dearsomething very quaint and interesting about old bulletin
ones. So, why not frame these photos to live theboards. Make use of this feature to accentuate your
happy moments of happiness long after you are backphotos - just adhere them on to the board in a simple
from holidaying. While personal taste is obviously theway and your half of the job is done. Same goes for
most important factor to consider when framingthe crates, attach photos to the inner side of the
photos, you should also take into consideration thecrates and fix painting hangers at the back. And its for
other aspects of the framing process.sure that how these simple things add a great accent
Your photo frame should exhibit photos in the bestto your photos and turn them into artful home decor
possible light, also complementing the decor of theaccessories.
room. The right picture frame will help your photo toEmbossed Frames
catch the attention of the viewers, withoutEmbossing is another wonderful idea to add creativity
overwhelming it or clashing with it. Moreover, theseto these picture frames. This can be easily
frames also help in protecting your photo fromaccomplished using embossing stamps and powders.
damage or any other sort of deterioration. Here areTry to use stamping photo frames with flowers,
few ideas on how to make a creative photo frame:foliage, insects, fleur-de-lis, fish, fruit or other decorative
Painted Photo Framesmotifs.
Painting your photo frames is an excellent option if youDecorative Matting
are bored and want to change the look of the color.Nondescript frames can be rescued by using intriguing,
Try painting all the frames on a grouping of photos oneflattering matting. Always use acid-free matting, as
color, as this will help to tie them together visually. If youother types of matting may damage your photos.
think any of your current photo frames to be gaudy orWhile some frames need to be matched with the
tacky, try painting over it in a neutral color, such ascolors of the photo. Choose the matting colors that
beige or black. You can also paint decorative flourishesmost appeal to you, taking into account that
onto frames--try using stencils to add interestingmonochromatic tones tend to be most
shapes and embellishments to them.complementary.