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Have an old puzzle that is missing some
pieces? How about some photographs that need framing? If you said yes, then
you and the kids have a fun project ahead of you! These easy and personalized
frames make wonderful gifts for relatives.
You will need:
photograph for framing
piece of cardboard a little larger than your photo
4 ice cream or craft sticks
15 puzzle pieces (will need more or less depending on puzzle piece size)
tempera paint in colors of your choice
various buttons and doodads for decoration
Craft glue
hot glue
scissors
newspaper
Prep
Using craft glue, adhere the photograph to the piece of cardboard. Use craft
glue to attach the ice cream sticks around the photograph as shown in figure
1. Trim cardboard so that it is just larger than the photograph. Set aside
to dry.
Figure 1
Paint
Lay newspaper down on table and place puzzle pieces face up. Have the children
paint the puzzle pieces in the colors of your choice. You may need 2-3 coats
for some depending on the color of paint and the darkness of the pattern
on the puzzle pieces.
Glue
When the puzzle pieces are dry and are the color you want, use hot glue to
adhere them to the ice cream sticks. Alternate colored puzzle pieces as desired,
work your way around the frame, be sure that pieces overlap and do not leave
any gaps between pieces.
Figure 2
Decorate
After all pieces are glued in place, use hot glue to adhere small buttons
and doodads of your choice around frame.
Hang!
For a simple hanger, hot glue a piece of sturdy string or yarn across the
back of the cardboard. See figure 2.
The inspiration for this craft came from ChildFun.com where you can find
thousands of kid's crafts, activities and themed ideas. See their feature
on Christmas Gifts That Kids Can Make here:
http://childfun.com/christmas/home.shtml
About the Author
Amanda Formaro is the entrepreneurial mother of four children. She is also the owner of FamilyCorner.com®
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