DIY Fabric Picture Frame Mats
These DIY fabric picture frame mats are a fun and easy project! Add some creative flare to any picture frame using some fabric and glue. Super easy and done in 15 minutes!
Yield: 2 frames
Materials
- 2 picture frames with sturdy mats I used 8x10" frames matted to 5x7"
- pair of scissors
- craft glue
- fabric of choice I used a thrifted men's shirt
- hot iron optional, only needed if fabric is wrinkled
Instructions
- Remove mats from frames. Set frames and the backs aside.
- Flatten fabric (iron it if it is wrinkled) and place mats on top.
- Cut the fabric around the mats, leaving about 1 inch of fabric border around the outside.
- Snip a hole in the center of the fabric inside the mat. Cut diagonally in an X to each corner. Trim off excess fabric in the center of the mat, leaving about a 1 inch border.
- Place craft glue on the edges of the center of the mat and fold the inner fabric over. Glue each piece by pulling taught but don't stretch it too far.
- Once the center pieces are glued on, trim off the corners of the outside border.
- Add more craft glue to the outer edges of the mats, fold over the fabric, and glue each side down. Press gently to spread out the glue and flatten the fabric.
- Allow glue to fully dry. Place photos or prints back in the picture frame by placing them either above or below the fabric mat. Replace the backs of the picture frames, hang, and enjoy!
Notes
Even Cutting - If using striped or gingham fabric, double check you're cutting the fabric using the lines as your grid for identical mats.
Fabric - Use a thin fabric that won't be too thick for your frame. Try to keep the fabric borders from overlapping to keep the mat as thin as possible.
Glue - Using craft glue allows you time to position the fabric how you want it and it dries flat. I would not recommend using hot glue for a project like this.
Scissors - Any sharp scissors will do, but I love my fabric scissors! I'd recommend using some if you have them.