Uploaded June 2021 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
The full 30-minute version of this video can be found at youtu.be/ZcUfu4j34uA, with more tips and details about the project, and maybe even a few attempts at humor. Sometimes it's more fun to just watch progress in fast-forward.
These frames are built with hard maple, and feature purpleheart splines in the corner for strength and style. Picture frames aren't very difficult to make, but there are a lot of small details that can change the outcome. I've made plenty of picture frames throughout the years, and it always seems to take longer than it should because of the time required to calibrate power tools, build or set up jigs, and verify that each angle and measurement is exactly as it should be. This was one of my smoothest builds yet, mostly thanks to some extra time spent making a better spline jig for the table saw.
I decided that I no longer like metal turn buttons, so I've been 3D printing my own. I've also started making frame clamping jigs. You can find both on my Etsy shop while supplies last:
thesnekkershow.etsy.com/listing/1554696822
thesnekkershow.etsy.com/listing/4387140206
Tools and supplies:
Whiteside 3/4" 1084 straight bit: amzn.to/3wQTNKQ
Whiteside ultimate pattern bit: amzn.to/3oNdFKZ
Freud Chamfer Bit: amzn.to/35y2VYO
DeWalt 1-3/4 HP router kit: amzn.to/3iXgUzD
Self-Centering Drill Bit: amzn.to/3wGqr1J
2' Universal T-Track: amzn.to/3gApZwz
4' Universal T-Track: amzn.to/2SBpZmX
Quick Release Band Clamp: amzn.to/3vIuAAV
Turn Buttons: (See link above)
Keyhole hangers: amzn.to/3q6fQL8
Satin water-based polyurethane: amzn.to/3iT46tJ
Fuji Mini-Mite 4 PLATINUM sprayer: amzn.to/3gIYlxD
Fuji Q4 PLATINUM sprayer: amzn.to/3wHmbiB
This video is not sponsored. I paid for everything and used my own time. As an Amazon Associate, I may earn a small commission if you use these links to make a purchase.
The full 30-minute version of this video can be found at youtu.be/ZcUfu4j34uA, with more tips and details about the project, and maybe even a few attempts at humor. Sometimes it's more fun to just watch progress in fast-forward.
These frames are built with hard maple, and feature purpleheart splines in the corner for strength and style. Picture frames aren't very difficult to make, but there are a lot of small details that can change the outcome. I've made plenty of picture frames throughout the years, and it always seems to take longer than it should because of the time required to calibrate power tools, build or set up jigs, and verify that each angle and measurement is exactly as it should be. This was one of my smoothest builds yet, mostly thanks to some extra time spent making a better spline jig for the table saw.
I decided that I no longer like metal turn buttons, so I've been 3D printing my own. I've also started making frame clamping jigs. You can find both on my Etsy shop while supplies last:
thesnekkershow.etsy.com/listing/1554696822
thesnekkershow.etsy.com/listing/4387140206
Tools and supplies:
Whiteside 3/4" 1084 straight bit: amzn.to/3wQTNKQ
Whiteside ultimate pattern bit: amzn.to/3oNdFKZ
Freud Chamfer Bit: amzn.to/35y2VYO
DeWalt 1-3/4 HP router kit: amzn.to/3iXgUzD
Self-Centering Drill Bit: amzn.to/3wGqr1J
2' Universal T-Track: amzn.to/3gApZwz
4' Universal T-Track: amzn.to/2SBpZmX
Quick Release Band Clamp: amzn.to/3vIuAAV
Turn Buttons: (See link above)
Keyhole hangers: amzn.to/3q6fQL8
Satin water-based polyurethane: amzn.to/3iT46tJ
Fuji Mini-Mite 4 PLATINUM sprayer: amzn.to/3gIYlxD
Fuji Q4 PLATINUM sprayer: amzn.to/3wHmbiB
This video is not sponsored. I paid for everything and used my own time. As an Amazon Associate, I may earn a small commission if you use these links to make a purchase.
