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Cigar Box Photo Frame

Learn how to make the simple shadow box frame using an repurposed cigar box!
Prep Time5 minutes
Active Time30 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 1 frame
Author: Ginnie

Equipment

  • 1 cigar box
  • utility knife
  • craft glue
  • painters tape
  • foam paint brush
  • craft paint
  • corner punch
  • foam mounting squares

Instructions

  • Open box, then carefully remove paper lining from box.
    A hand removing paper from the inside of the cigar box.
  • Using a utility knife, cut through the inside layer of the paper connecting the lid to the box. Then, pull the lid off, carefully separating the patterned paper on the outside from the lid.
    A hand cutting the lid from the cigar box with a utility knife.
  • Fold the patterned paper from the outside of the box toward the inside of the box. Paste it in place with the craft glue.
    A hand holding the trim to the box before gluing.
  • Decorate the inside of the box with paint, paper, etc.
    A hand painting the inside of the DIY frame with craft paint.
  • Use a corner rounder to trim the edges of the photo, if desired.
    A photo next to a corner rounder tool on a wood table.
  • Attach mounting squares to the back of the photo. (I used two on each corner for more height.)
    Foam mounting squares attached to the back of the photo.
  • Position photo in box, then press firmly into place.
    The finished picture frame on a wood table.
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