Aug 7, 2018 | Design Plans, Framing, Woodworking, Woodworking Projects
Learn how to use a router and different router bits to make molding to build a pair of picture frames. I use one piece of Poplar measuring 5/4″ X 8″ to make both frames. It’s nice to have a good router and set of bits and a good starter set of...
Apr 23, 2018 | Uncategorized
This is a great beginner woodworking project showing you how to make a float frame for artwork without using a table saw. I used .5 inch x 1.5″ standard material to make this frame and you can find it any any home store. I used Poplar, which is a good wood...
Feb 7, 2018 | Framing, Uncategorized, Woodworking, Woodworking Projects
I show you how to make molding using old Douglas Fir 2 x 4’s and the table saw and then use the molding to make a picture frame. Once I cut the coves into all of the 2 X 4 pieces using a jig, I use the table saw blade again to mill Poplar boards into 3/8″...
Jan 16, 2018 | Art Projects, Framing, Uncategorized, Woodworking
I use spray foam to fill the gaps on a wooden frame that I built to display a piece of artwork that is painted on metal and is warped in a bunch of areas. The art is hung using a French Cleat system. Here’s the step-by-step process for framing the metal sign and...
Feb 16, 2017 | Art Projects, Featured Artwork, Uncategorized
Here’s a how-to video and step-by-step photo guide showing how to mount a work on paper, make a frame, and finish the frame with gold leafing. The result is a finished piece of artwork that’s ready to hang on the wall, which makes selling artwork a lot...
Nov 4, 2016 | Art Projects, Framing, Woodworking
Learn how to make custom strip frames for your artwork using five gallon paint sticks. I’ll show you the tools and tips you’ll need to do it yourself....
Sep 12, 2016 | Art Projects, Artist Notebook, Framing, In The Studio, Woodworking, Woodworking Projects
Learn how to make a convex frame for a painting I made for a client. I make the frame and show it installed in the client’s house. Learn all of the tools, tips and woodworking techniques you’ll need to make a custom...
Dec 11, 2015 | Design Plans, Special Projects, Uncategorized, Woodworking, Woodworking Projects
Here’s a video showing you how to make a ping pong paddle and ball holder. The backing is made of Teak and Holly plywood and it’s framed in a Cherry and Sapele wood spine frame. See below for the cut list and design plans. This piece is available for...
Dec 1, 2015 | Art Projects
Learn to make a simple strip frame for a painting and three tools that every artist can use to make the frames. Here are some images of the framed piece made in the video and some other works that will be going into this Friday’s Pop-Up art...
Oct 2, 2015 | Framing, Tools & Tips
Learn how to make simple picture frames and how to hang them on a French cleat system using the Leica Lino L2 laser level. Here’s more info on the level and how to use it: Leica Lino L2 Laser Level – Product Page Leica Lino Blog: Picking the right...
Frame System$150.00