Crafty Crease #11: Altered Photo Frame

Photo Frame to Post It Holder

 I bet every household has at least one of these old photo frames - they were the big thing a couple of decades ago and really cheap to acquire.

Although they may not be the big thing now, these frames can be quickly, cheaply and easily altered to make a Post It holder.

What you will need:

• Old plastic photo frame (6' x 4')
• Post it pad (3'x3')
• 10.2 x 15.2 cm piece of patterned paper
• 35cm co ordinating ribbon
• 2' scalloped circle (cardstock)
• 1.5' circle (cardstock)
• Double sided tape

Step 1
Slide in patterned paper and use double sided tape to stick the Post it Pad to the the front as shown above.

Step 2

Organise your embellishments.  I used a 2' scallop punch to cut out several circles and the same to the 1.5' circles.  

Cut about 35cm lengths

I used a note type stamp in the middle of the 1.5' circles. I got these stamps shipped from USA.  I really love Papertreyink.com - it was expensive but worth it.

I get these ribbon rolls from the $2 shop.  They are cheap and come in a variety of colours.

Step 3
Place a strip of double sided tape across the edge of the back flap.
Make sure you have enough tape to fold around to the front.  This gives the holder more
stability.

Step 4

Use the tape as a guide when putting on the ribbon and tie your bow to one side (I usually tie on the right hand side).  Knot twice.  Cut the ends on the same slant.

Step 5

Using extra tacky tape, put 2-3 strips on the back of the circle embellishment and stick firmly to the frame.

Step 6

To ensure that the ribbon doesn't fray, you could use a flame to melt the edges.  Be careful.  Inch your way towards the flame slowly.  When you are close enough you will see the ribbon sort of 'repel' away from the flame - thats when you know its sealing.  This is something you probably want to practice first!

And there you have it ....a really great Post It holder.  Great for yourself or as a gift.

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