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3M Super 77 Project: fabric frame
A smart-looking frame doesn't have to be expensive. Start with a plain one, or one around the house, and transform it in just a few easy steps with 3M™ Super 77™ Multipurpose Adhesive.

Frames with a smooth surface work best. With the versatility of 3M™ Super 77™ Multipurpose Adhesive, you can also attach attractive details such as buttons, ribbon, foil and more.

 3M Super 77 Projects - photography, framing and displays
3M Super 77 Projects - photography, framing and displays
  Instructions

Tools and materials

  • 3M™ Super 77™ Multipurpose Adhesive
  • Frame
  • Fabric
  • Ruler
  • Pencil
  • Scissors
  • Utility knife

How-to

  1. For a 5" x 7" picture, use a 7-3/4" x 9-3/4" frame and 16-3/4" x 12" fabric. Be sure to have enough fabric to wrap around to the back of the frame.
  2. Press fabric with iron and lay face down on newspaper, plastic or craft paper to protect surfaces from overspray.
  3. Make sure frame is free from dust and dirt. Place on newspaper.
  4. Follow directions on can and work in a well-ventilated area. Spray back of fabric and front of frame with 3M™ Super 77™ Multipurpose Adhesive.
  5. After 30 seconds, center frame on top of fabric and press in place.
  6. Cut an “X” in the fabric inside of frame with utility knife.
  7. Fold the four triangles back and smooth onto frame. Smooth fabric around top and sides of frame.
  8. Trim any excess around corners with utility knife.
  9. Consider using 3M™ Super 77™ Multipurpose Adhesive to attach a narrow ribbon inside the frame and on the back for a finished look.
  10. Place a favorite photo in the frame and enjoy your creation!
3M Super 77 Projects: photography, framing and displays
3M Super 77 Projects: photography, framing and displays
3M Super 77 Projects: photography, framing and displays
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