Uploaded July 2022 | Updated September 2026, 6 days ago
Hey friends! This week, I didn't have a huge furniture project to share, but I did have a huge picture frame project to share!
I have been wanting to add some large artwork on the back wall of my dining room for a while, but just wasn't sure what I wanted.
So I searched my phone for some interesting photos and just decided to frame pictures of my pets! If you're interested in seeing how easy it is to make your own custom DIY picture frames (without any fancy tools!), I hope you enjoy this video!
Grab the project details and check out the blog here:
woodshopdiaries.com/easy-large-custom-diy-picture-frames
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Other picture frame posts to check out:
3 Easy DIY Floating Picture Frame Designs: woodshopdiaries.com/3-easy-diy-floating-picture-frames-and-how-to-cut-plexiglass
DIY Large Picture Frame (using dowels and router): woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-make-custom-diy-picture-frame
Picture Frame Keepsake Box: woodshopdiaries.com/diy-wooden-keepsake-box-splines
The EASIEST Picture Frame EVER: woodshopdiaries.com/the-easiest-picture-frame-ever
Tools & Materials:
*Affiliate links below
Tools:
Miter Saw: homedepot.sjv.io/yd96v
Utility Knife
Straight Edge
Screwdriver
Hammer
Saw To Cut Plexiglass (*only needed if you want a specific size. See notes below.)
Materials:
Pictures to Frame
Plexiglass: homedepot.sjv.io/GjJkV2
Mat Board: hobbylobby.com/Art-Supplies/Painting-Canvas-Art-Surfaces/Art-Paper-Boards/White-Black-Core-Matboard---32%22-x-40%22/p/107564
1×2 boards (amount will depend on size frame(s) you build): homedepot.sjv.io/GaKWV
¾″ or 1″ square dowels (amount will depend on size frame(s) you build): amzn.to/3B6MELE OR amzn.to/3PtRebe
Cardboard
Wood Glue: amzn.to/3cBfPw9
Picture Frame Turn Buttons: amzn.to/3b3fNN8
Sawtooth Hanger: homedepot.sjv.io/P0EgVR
Ebony Wood Stain: amzn.to/3orHbaw
00:00 Introduction
00:31 Is making it yourself actually cheaper?
01:41 Supplies and material options
03:35 Sand and stain wood first...or not
03:50 Step 1: Determine frame sizing and dimensions
05:27 Step 2: Build Inside Frame
06:14 Step 3: Build Outside Frame
07:06 Step 4: Cut Plexiglass
07:37 Step 5: Cut Mat Board
08:55 Step 6: Put It All Together and Add Hardware
09:58 Complete Picture Frame Project
Hey friends! This week, I didn't have a huge furniture project to share, but I did have a huge picture frame project to share!
I have been wanting to add some large artwork on the back wall of my dining room for a while, but just wasn't sure what I wanted.
So I searched my phone for some interesting photos and just decided to frame pictures of my pets! If you're interested in seeing how easy it is to make your own custom DIY picture frames (without any fancy tools!), I hope you enjoy this video!
Grab the project details and check out the blog here:
woodshopdiaries.com/easy-large-custom-diy-picture-frames
Follow Woodshop Diaries On:
Website: woodshopdiaries.com
TikTok: tiktok.com/@woodshopdiaries?
Facebook: facebook.com/woodshopdiaries
Instagram: instagram.com/woodshopdiaries
Pinterest: pinterest.com/sharamccuiston
SHOP NEW WOODWORKING TEES AND BUILDING PLANS HERE:
woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com
Other picture frame posts to check out:
3 Easy DIY Floating Picture Frame Designs: woodshopdiaries.com/3-easy-diy-floating-picture-frames-and-how-to-cut-plexiglass
DIY Large Picture Frame (using dowels and router): woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-make-custom-diy-picture-frame
Picture Frame Keepsake Box: woodshopdiaries.com/diy-wooden-keepsake-box-splines
The EASIEST Picture Frame EVER: woodshopdiaries.com/the-easiest-picture-frame-ever
Tools & Materials:
*Affiliate links below
Tools:
Miter Saw: homedepot.sjv.io/yd96v
Utility Knife
Straight Edge
Screwdriver
Hammer
Saw To Cut Plexiglass (*only needed if you want a specific size. See notes below.)
Materials:
Pictures to Frame
Plexiglass: homedepot.sjv.io/GjJkV2
Mat Board: hobbylobby.com/Art-Supplies/Painting-Canvas-Art-Surfaces/Art-Paper-Boards/White-Black-Core-Matboard---32%22-x-40%22/p/107564
1×2 boards (amount will depend on size frame(s) you build): homedepot.sjv.io/GaKWV
¾″ or 1″ square dowels (amount will depend on size frame(s) you build): amzn.to/3B6MELE OR amzn.to/3PtRebe
Cardboard
Wood Glue: amzn.to/3cBfPw9
Picture Frame Turn Buttons: amzn.to/3b3fNN8
Sawtooth Hanger: homedepot.sjv.io/P0EgVR
Ebony Wood Stain: amzn.to/3orHbaw
00:00 Introduction
00:31 Is making it yourself actually cheaper?
01:41 Supplies and material options
03:35 Sand and stain wood first...or not
03:50 Step 1: Determine frame sizing and dimensions
05:27 Step 2: Build Inside Frame
06:14 Step 3: Build Outside Frame
07:06 Step 4: Cut Plexiglass
07:37 Step 5: Cut Mat Board
08:55 Step 6: Put It All Together and Add Hardware
09:58 Complete Picture Frame Project
