In this post, I will show you a simple method to make photo frames using Popsicle Sticks. You will learn very easy and simple method even your kids can follow. You can customize the end result as per the colors and decoration you like. Supplies Needed
Colorful Popsicle SticksAcrylic Paint
Decorative Flowers / Stars
Glue
Tape
Scissors
Colored String
Step by Step Instructions
Take some popsicle sticks. You can also use leftover sticks from your children's ice cream if you like.You will need 10 sticks for one frame. If you make 3 frames, you will need total 30 sticks.
Paint the sticks with the color of your choice. You can also buy colored sticks if you do not want to paint them later.
Let the sticks dry for 1- 2 hours.
Lay 4 sticks horizontally, 2 each together.
Glue 2 sticks vertically on the edges to make a square.
Glue 2 sticks horizontally on the edges on top of the vertical sticks.
Glue 2 sticks vertically on the edges on top of the horizontal sticks.
Leave to dry for few minutes.
Glue 1-2 decorative flowers / stars on opposite corners of the frame.
Leave to dry for few minutes.
Tape picture / art on the back side of the frame.
Lay down the frames upside down in a row.
Lay down the string on backsides of the frames making a loop on one end.
Tape the string joining the frames in a vertical row.
Cut the long ends of the string which are going outside the frame.
Hand the frames on wall using the loop you made.
It is a very easy project. Even your kids can do it without much difficulty. The total time required for this project is maximum 20 minutes. At the end you will get colorful and decorative photo frames to hang in your living room or your bedroom. You can save some money and make these frames using commonly available household / children stuff. Do give it a try.