Painted Glass Photo Mat

Create a great looking Photo Mat, without cutting Mat Board, or requiring any special tools.

Step 1 Materials Needed

Here's the list of materials needed for this Instructable:

- A Photo to Frame (any size you wish)
- Picture Frame (with glass, precut photo mat not required)
--- NOTE: The picture frame MUST be at least 2-3 inches larger in all directions than the photo you are planning to put into this frame. The extra area will provide the space for you to paint, while still allowing your photo to be fully viewed.
- Acrylic Paint (buy individual paint tubes, or a set of many colors)
- Paint Brushes for Acrylic Paints (in whatever sizes/design you prefer)
- Poster board (or large piece of cardboard)

Misc items from around the house:

- Ruler
- Pen/Pencil
- Double-sided tape
- Scissors

Comments

[susamrd]

 really like the idea!.. 
Thanks..
;)

[tharris3131]

If you follow this posters steps and substitute acrylic enamel paint (folkart sells a good one) then the results will be permanent without the risk of peeling or fading. The folkart acrylic enamels can also be heat cured in your oven for extra strength. Just a thought:)

[stalkingcoco]

I like this; it's a good effect and simple. If I get around to printing out some of my photos I'll try this. At the moment they are all just sitting on my hardrive.

[ramonalou]

This is a very nice and easy project...I love the simplicity and also the ideas and ways to display art. Thank you.

[Browncoat]

This might be a great way to have an inexpensive (& fun for me!!) Christmas gift for one or two people! Thanks for the great ideas!