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A couple of years ago, I found some very simple white frames on clearance at my local Target (I just LOVE perusing the end cap clearance section there!). They were dirt cheap, so I picked them up figuring I'd find something to do with them someday. I've used a few around the house, and recently noticed that I had one left. Since the frames were on clearance, they weren't in the best of shape. They had some scuff marks and scratches, but I knew I could freshen them up.
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This project is SUPER simple and quick! I've taken photos threw each step to help you create your own personalized frame.
1. I started with my plain, white frame. I made sure to clean it first to rid it of any dust.
2. I cut the word "love" in adhesive-backed vinyl using the Home Decor Solutions Cricut Cartridge. You can use any color vinyl you have on hand - it won't remain on the frame. After cutting the word out, I stuck it to my frame. Time to brag: I stuck it on right the very FIRST time! Wasn't expecting that at all! *giggle*
3. Once my word was secured onto the frame (I used my fingers to smooth down the edges so no paint would get underneath), I spray painted it in aqua. Tip: Be sure to spray with short, even strokes. You don't want to 'pool' the paint in any one spot.
4. Once the frame was somewhat dry, I carefully removed the vinyl decal. The frame was still tacky as I was afraid if it dried too much, the paint around the word would come up with the word itself.
I love the way this frame turned out. In all, this project literally took about 20 minutes to complete. I used one of my favorite wedding photos in the frame and it now sits proudly in our foyer.
Thanks so much for stopping by today. I'll be back again tomorrow with another Cricut project to share!
I hope you were inspired!
- Veronica
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78 comments:
Cute idea! Love the frame!
Carol
I love when you showcase projects besides cards and scrapbook pages. Thank you.
Nice job
What a great idea, one I would never have thought of. Thanks for showing us ways to think outside of the box!
LST in Colorado
Great idea for the project! Thanks for sharing your ideas, time, and talents with us.
scrapbooknut67114 at gmail dot com
Super cute. Thanks for this decor project.
great home deco project really cute, TFS.
later tater,
laney
beautiful frame
rosiemini@gmail.com
www.scraplovingminis.blogspot.com
I love this frame. What a cute idea. Thank you for sharing with all of us.
Kathy:)
What a great idea! I'm a picture frame junkie and can't wait to try this out - good thing I have the cartridge already!
PS - great shoes!! great minds think alike - I wore teal too!
Love it! Thanks or the idea.
sb_427 at yahoo dot com
Like the makeover on the frames. The one photo of the shoes reminds me of the wedding photo ATC I recently posted on my blog of my sister & her groom with his shoes spelling HELP on bottom of the shoes.
Melissa
"Sunshine HoneyBee"
Beautiful, Veronica! Simple idea, yet so stunning! I'm going to have to try!
What a cute frame and so easy to follow your instructions.
linda
lmkindell1@verizon.net
Always nice to find bargains then change them into something fantastic. Thanks for the great idea. Yeah Go Canada cartridge.
Simply fabulous, clean and striking! TFS your ideas and talent with us.
Have a great day!
Liz
What a great idea. Thanks for sharing
Very clever~I love it! I will definitely give it a try.
Thanks for sharing your ideas,very cute project.
This looks super simple! I will have to try it soon.
Interesting picture...i love the frame, but also how easily you said it went together. Always looking for quick, you know. Thanks for sharing
marianneDOTwanhamATgmailDOTcom
Great project idea!
So nice to see a simple project for a quick crafting fix
Super cute idea. I need to start thinking more in the lines of home decorating with my Cricut. So far I have just used it for scrapbooking and cards.
Super idea! The frame looks awesome! Thanks for the great idea! I am sure I have some frames around here that could use some repurposing!! Now just have to go get some paint.
TeacherMom
cute idea I pick up frames at yard sales.thanks for the idea
Thanks for sharing your cute idea.
pamdanner1973@gmail.com
LOVE IT, JUST IN TIME FOR A PROJECT I NEED TO DO.
"love" this! I love upcycling!
LOVE this idea! This would be fantastic for Christmas gifts!
Tracy
jtg0398 at sbcglobal dot net
Such a pretty frame, thanks for sharing how easy this can be!!
Can't wait to try this...great idea!
Inspired, indeed! How cute is the photo you shared! The shoes!
I need to try vinyl again...I am a little scared of it!
Great places to pick up inexpensive frames....second hand shops and yard sales.
Would this work just as well if the vinyl word went on after you painted the frame?
Great way to reuse recycle!
Thank you for showing this! I've been wanting to do the same type of project, but just getting it done was the sticker, but this is revived inspiration for me to get out there and get it done! Love it! Thanks! ~*PD
A very pretty frame!
Migdalia
great idea. Love the color of the frame also. Have not tried Vinyl yet although I have two pkgs.
What a cute frame. Thanks for sharing.
Love the idea! I have been trying some personalized frames myself lately, and have been giving as gifts. TFS! Thanks for the chance to win!
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Love the frame. TFS
Love that this project is super simple and on the cheap! Great job
ps the aqua is perfect!
This is really a cute idea, especially with alot of couples that are getting married and doing the colored shoes to match the girls dresses (my daughter did it too). Thanks for the cute idea.
what a nice and easy way to display memories
upnurse at aol dot com
What a great way to spruce up a plain old picture frame.
what a cool idea for redoing an old frame, love it, thanks for sharing,
I love that idea! Your frame is adorable! TFS
This is such a sweet frame. Thank you for sharing the tutorial! :)
I'm SO glad that I'm not the only one to buy the clearance stuff - thinking that someday I'll have a use for it! hehehe!!
I love the way you used the vinyl as a mask - most people would put the vinyl on and then wonder what went wrong if it began to peel in a few years....Smart Cookie Award!!
Awesome!! I have been putting vinyl on canvas lately and painting over it. Then peeling the vinyl off while still a bit wet. Came out pretty good I think. In this case I think I would have just painted the frame and put the vinyl cut on the dry frame. If it began to peel later I would just cut a new "love" and re-apply. Put I think this was a great idea. I too buy clearance frames or dollar store frames, hoping to find a use for them at a later date.
What a great idea
Love the idea! I have to try it!!
That is such a cute and adorable idea to do with the frame, i love it and would have never thought of doing that.
Very cute idea. Thanks for sharing.
Simple idea, stunning results! Love the shade of aqua, and what a deal for the frame!
Absolutely beautiful, and I love how simple it is!
Love this frame idea. I'm a big frame lover and like you said they can be expensive. I also love to shop the end caps at Target or any store. Thanks for sharing this project!!!!
ChristyLove1861
Great project.
What a wonderful frame idea.
I'm going to craftlift this one!
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That is such a great idea. I have a few frames that have been in the closet for about a year, now I know what to do with them.
Lovely frame!
Great idea to reuse those clearance frames to give them a new life. Thanks for shareing, God bless.
1205love@gmail.com
the frame is a great idea Siobhan
Beautiful project!
Great technique.Cataloging it for futrue use.
Veronica ~ I really , really LOVE, LOVE this idea! First the vinyl is such a CLEVER idea! But I would have never thought to paint the frame with the sentiment on it!!!! Thank You for such a FUN and GREAT idea! So lift material! Plus I LOVE the colors you used!!!
Great idea for the Frame..simple and cute...love the Go Canada Cartridge and especially the skates on it...i am always looking for anything that has ice skating in it since it is my favorite sport
Susie A. A.
love, love, love the color on this photo frame... so quick and easy!
Such an awesome idea.... I have to get past the thought of using my cricut just for papercrafts. Thanks for posting!
WOW they look fabulous, thanks for sharing.
Too cute! What a great idea!
What a fantastic idea! It's tips like this one that made me follow this blog!`
Funny - I think I saw this on FB? And already have it posted on Pinterest before coming to the blog post. :) This is a great idea. I love picture frames.
What a great way to personalize something at a reasonable price!!!! TFS
Love this and am going to try this one!!! TFS!!!
I saw this a couple days ago and thought....I could do that! So I bought me some frames and I'm sourcing my vinyl, lol. Thanks for sharing such a simple elegant project that I know I can recreate!
Now this is a great idea! and I love the blue! Happy Sunny days from Canada!!!
Great idea to personalize any frame for an inexpensive gift. Thanks!!!!
I love the Target end caps too! That's why my husband doesn't like it when I go there by myself! Ha!
This is a great idea!
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