Frame Vintage Art for Christmas

    It has happened.  Once I get started with Christmas ideas, I won't be able to stop now.  It is very difficult when you find a great deal on something and you know that it will make an adorable decoration or gift. Then, you just have to make it, even though it isn't even Halloween yet.  
      That is what happened to me when I went to Michael's and found these little mini picture frames for 50 cents a piece!  I had to get them! Then, I started coming up with ideas.  Since they were already red and white, they had to be Christmas.  I don't know if you can still find these frames at Michael's because they were on clearance, but here is something similar that would look great! 
      These little frames are such an easy idea and even your kids could make them as little gifts.  You know how I love a good frame craft! Especially when it is as inexpensive as these are to make. 

      I started with some vintage prints that I copied onto card stock.  Since I was going to use Mod Podge, I like to use a heavy paper because I feel like it bubbles less.  Here are some good sites to find prints:
www.levisondesign.com/Ruth Levison Design
​The Linus print is fromMy Christmas
A Primitive Place
Remodelacholic
​Tati Scrap

As usual, click on the pictures for directions.

These frames had nice wooden backs. I took the backs out and put a dab of Mod Podge on it.

Using a sponge brush, I spread the Mod Podge over the back evenly. Then I centered the picture on it and smoothed out any bubbles and stuck it down.

Let that first coat of Mod Podge dry well, then spread another coat over the top of the entire picture. Dry and repeat.

Here are the pictures drying.

Next, I wanted to embellish the frames. I found these styro beads on a stem for about 99 cents.

I just cut them from the stems to use as beads. You can turn the little stem end away from view when you apply them.

I used this baker's twine that I purchased at Dollar Tree to make little banners.

I used decorative paper. This was actually part of the frame wrapping and I used it because it matched to well.

I wrote little Christmas messages with a Sharpie.

They came out so cute!

As you can see, I used some 3D stickers, too. Here is the first one all finished!

        For the baker's twine I used, you can shop here.  I had some white frames to use  as well. Look how cute!  (Click again for descriptions.)

I love, love, love Linus when he gives the account in Luke 2. This one is special to me.

These little frames can just be tucked in among your other items on shelves and tables for a little holiday something extra.

This guy really is pretty jolly!

Love this little snowball girl. I thought I might put some white glitter in the cracks between the snowballs. Do you see how I have used the mini banners?

You can let your imagination go wherever you want with your embellishments. It is so much fun!

One more cute little child.

      I know that some people think it is terrible to think about Christmas this early.  For me, I think of Christmas all year round. And, as soon as October gets here, it is "the holiday season" and all three of the major holidays are free game for me! If you are trying to be organized and you are a crafty person, it is essential to get an early start on your holiday crafts.  
      Here is one more thing I wanted to let you know.  I received an email fromOriental Trading, and for today and tomorrow they have free shipping on any order! If you put in this code during checkout, you get free shipping plus if you spend $59, you get a $10 gift card to use later. Click through my link above and use this code,  OTC165561 and you will be helping me out as well.  They have tons of great stocking stuffers and craft ideas.  If you order today or tomorrow, everything will be here by Oct. 24, so that is plenty of time for Halloween! Have fun shopping!