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Learn how to make your own picture frame with this detailed tutorial. Follow step-by-step instructions on measuring, cutting, assembling, and finishing the frame. Perfect for beginners!
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Art 12 x 10 Frame stock 1 ½ wide • Measure art, i.e. 12 x 10 • Measure Face (width) of molding i.e. 1 ½ wide • Add width of Art (12) + 2 x width of Frame (3) = 15 inches + 1/8 inch for glass • Cut ‘Top and bottom’ stock 2 @ 15 1/8 OSM • Cut sides (10) + (3) + (1/8) 2 @ 13 1/8 OSM
Side View of molding Rabbet ¼’’ ¼’’ Face Back Bottom
Mill all required stock • Finish entire run of stock
T & B Sides • T & B 2@ 15 1/8 OSM • Sides 2@ 13 1/8 OSM • Cut ‘Longer’ sides first, in case of error they can be used for short sides • After cutting verify both ISM (12 1/8) & OSM dimensions (15 1/8)
Use ‘V’ vise to hold pieces • Small amount of glue on each • Drill with nail into ‘Top’ and ‘Bottom’
Side View of molding • Glass • Matting • Picture • Foamcore • Staple • Paper