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Framing Cross-stitch Doilies As Well As Other Needlework

You will find there’s a range of crafts classified as “needlework,” and every type can be shown in an appropriate picture frame. If your craft requires thread, cord, or woven fabric, it qualifies as needlework. But, that’s not all. Crocheting, embroidery, and knitting are also considered needlework and they also might be framed. If you have bulkier items, for instance a baby’s knitted or crocheted sweater, then you might want to use a colored shadow box picture frame. If you’ve never framed needlework, this article will let you know what you should know and consider so that your framed needlework is a thing you will end up proud to display.

• Before you select a picture frame to display your needlework, you need to take careful measurements. Sometimes measuring is easy as the needlework has obvious borders, but if this is simply not the case with yours you must decide just what exactly you want to have prominently displayed within the mat or frame opening. In order to accurately measure your piece, you want to make sure that it’s nice and tight and smooth.

• You can frame your needlework the identical way that you would frame paper artwork. You determine what color and scale frame you wish and if you want your piece framed with a mat. You may make use of a standard mat board, but to mimic the pros and add richness and texture to the needlework use a fabric covered mat. Your needlework and decor will determine the design and style of picture frame you use. You simply must be sure that the frame you choose is big enough and deep enough to comfortably display your needlework piece.

•If your needlework includes a finished edge, like a scallop pattern on the crocheted item, you are able to “float” it using a backing board so the entire needlework piece can be seen. Using a mat can keep the needlework from touching the glass or acrylic, but if you choose not to use a mat be sure to use spacers to keep your piece from touching the glass. Bear in mind the backing board upon which your piece is secured shall be visible when you float your needlework so choose a complementary color that will help your piece stand out. When you have family heirloom pieces, for instance doilies, your final choice for display may be attractive antique hanging picture frames.

• Use archival quality materials whenever possible. Despite the fact that needlework is actually comparatively durable it could still be damaged by acid and adhesives. Archival material will protect your piece from that damage. To protect your needlework, whether valuable or not, work with a mat or spacers to help keep air circulating around your piece, particularly when it will have a glass or acrylic cover.

• Your needlework as well as your framing method might determine if you utilize an acrylic or glass cover or not. Paper mats need a cover to safeguard them from dust or humidity. A fabric mat doesn’t necessarily need to be covered as it can be brushed to eliminate dust. Grease or smoke may damage your needlework, so when you take the time essential to display your needlework correctly, or when it is particularly significant to you, you need to use acrylic or glass to safeguard it.

• Needlework that is embellished with 3-dimensional items, like beads or buttons, is frequently framed without a glass or acrylic protective cover.  If your needlework is embellished with beads, buttons, or some other 3-dimensional items, you may consider framing it without any acrylic or glass protective cover. If you’re protecting your items with a glass cover, ensure that you use spacers or a mat or double mat to ensure that you’ve got enough space between your glass cover and the needlework. Bulkier items display very well and are protected in shadow box or deep photo frames.

Once your needlework piece has been created, you’ll enjoy displaying it to your family and friends to see. Following these few guidelines will help you protect your hard work as you create a special framed needlework piece you’ll be proud to hang on the wall.

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