Here's how to turn some boring old picture frames like these...
...into these!

They'll look great in your bedroom or you could make them to give away as presents!
To make one, you'll need to get a picture frame.

Most frames will work - a mirror frame, picture frames - whatever... the chunkier the better!
Next you need to get some fixing grout, which is used for fixing ceramic tiles.
Scoop some grout onto a plate.

You'll need as much as you think you'll need to cover the frame.
It is possible to buy coloured grout in the shops but why not colour it yourself just by adding some acrylic paint?

Give it a good mix.
When it's fully mixed it'll look like this.
Now you can paste the mixture onto your frame.

Do this with a plastic knife...
...and don't worry if any goes onto the glass because you can just wipe it away with a damp cloth to leave a smooth edge.
Keep going right the way around, until your frame is completely covered.
Whilst the grout is still wet you can decorate the frame.

Use anything you like - beads, marbles, mosaic tiles - it's entirely up to you.
To finish, all you have to do is leave it to dry.
For another idea, cover a frame with uncoloured grout and then paint it...
...then sand over the top to get a cool, streaky effect!
Or why not make a frame for your holiday photos by recycling your left over foreign coins?



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