Make Framing Affordable With This Amazing DIY Hack

[@tuahabadar]

Thank you so much Jackie! this was a very informative instructional video.

[@chiara4249]

This is an excellent video! I actually work as a custom framer and it’s so nice to see someone invest the time into doing something properly and with archival materials. Also thank you for linking the supplies you used-I’ve always wanted my own point driver for at home uses but the brand my shop uses are $100-$200 each! 😅

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

😊 I’m glad my research into the correct materials to use paid off. I thought it was silly to get a tool for such a specific use, but now I want to frame everything! Thanks for watching.

[@alisonhendry2928]

I second all of that… point driver!!!! Next on my list for tools for the studio, I love to frame my own things and your method with this float idea is brilliant! All my leftover mat bits will now have a use! Thank you!

[@donnalyon2145]

Wonderful tutorial. I love floating frames. I usually get the double glass floating frames but will definitely try this method.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

I hope you give this one a try. With the double glass floating frames, the art is usually touching the front glass. Overtime the painting may get stuck to the glass.

[@missmayflower]

So many great tips!

[@viviandibrell849]

I have always loved this float mount look and I’m definitely gonna try this. Thank you so much for sharing your methods. I recently took a pastel painting to the framer and he wanted $400 to frame an 18 x 24“ without a mat. So I walked out without getting it framed, luckily I have a friend who can build me a frame.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Your welcome. I hope this method works for you!

[@lottiephillips7805]

This was so informative and interesting. Thank you for making such a concise and straight-forward video. I am looking forward to trying out this technique. Best wishes from England.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thank you. I hope you give it a try. The floating effect looks even better in person.

[@magpiegirl3783]

These are fantastic. Great tutorial.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thank you!

[@janacvk1112]

Just did it! I purchased from Ikea RÖDALM Frame, white, 41x51 cm (16x20 ") $16.99 CAD - it has the built in shadow-box frame so I didn't have to cut foam board strips to create a built-in- frame. Thanks for this video!!!

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

That’s so good to know it has the built-in shadowbox. I’ll have to check those out.

[@carolshappyplace5828]

Excellent video - love the way your paintings look under the frame. I love the slightly cockled effect of watercolor paper too. Great way to utilize the standard size frames. I appreciate the reminder about the art size vs framed sizes. I haven’t framed any of my art either so you’ve inspired me! 🖼️

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

I’m so glad you’re inspired. Your art deserves to be framed!

[@kellysartthrob]

Thank you!!! I needed this. I wanted to figure out a way to put spacers so I could frame without a mat. I had this in mind but wasn't sure how to do it. This is perfect! I also love how you float mounted it. Thank you!!!

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

I am so glad you found this video. I hope it helps with your framing project!

[@Anikanoteven]

This is brilliant! Framing is so expensive! I’m a subscriber based on this one tutorial alone. (any other simple framing techniques would be great too)

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thank you. I’m glad you enjoyed this!

[@barbaraobrai381]

This is so useful. Real practical advice.

[@aesea57804]

Thanks for such clear explanations of each step. Watching you do each step is very helpful. I’m afraid it’s not likely to be so simple at least on the first try but I’ll give it a try. Seems like, even with a piece of paper over your painting, that spoon would do something to your painting! Anyway, I love the look!

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

I hope you give it a try!

[@HeleneBlonsky]

This is brilliant! I have so many pieces I want to frame - also of irregular size, so hard to frame diy. This solves the problem! Thank you! Ans so well presented and explained 🙏♥️

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

You are so welcome! I hope you try it out.

[@catzenhouse]

Excellent presentation! Thank you for posting this demonstration.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thank you and your welcome.

[@cj_kirby]

This video was very helpful. I love the floating frame presentation. Thank you for sharing your process. I must give it a try. I guess I need to put a point driver on my Christmas list. 😊

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

I hope you do. It’s so fun.

[@mywifetheartist]

Great information. Thanks for sharing.

[@sharonsmith2330]

Well done !!! Very nice video.. great artwork pieces 😊

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thank you 😊

[@clearwater7000]

Amaaaazing video, meditation! Tnx!❣

[@NOWAY-p3b]

Thank you so much. I have struggled with this problem for a long time. I am prolific with my paintings and do not sell them, so I have stored them. Now I can frame them and not have to worry about matt sizes.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

So glad I could help. Your art deserves to be framed 😊

[@tianascoffield4178]

I love this! Makes the paintings look amazing!

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thank you. I hope you try it.

[@John-n6j5o]

You've never done this before? The end products look great!! 1/2 smaller on all sides. I think I'd go with 1/4 on all sides with the foamboard beveled so not to show.

[@jamiemueller1881]

Fantastic ideas and beautifully done. I'm curious, though, about why you wouldn't cut the floating board the exact size of the picture being mounted. Why leave the 1/2 less all around; won't that allow for curling? Really great ideas and lovely art!

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

The edge of the foam board isn’t very attractive. By cutting it smaller than the art, it makes the art look like it’s floating. I used 140lb watercolor paper and it does not curl. Also, the art is hinged on the foam board. It is not mounted with adhesive. Hope that makes sense.

[@wastenotwantnotArt]

Beautiful result and a well presented video thank you

[@wendycombs2949]

Ingenious!

[@maryannoberhofer4649]

Love this! So nice to see that I can frame different sizes, in the same kind of frame… sometimes even in the same size frame.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Yes! Great idea.

[@sandymanning-b5o]

Wow very effective and solves all your problems thank you for sharing Kattie 🙌

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Your welcome. I hope you can use this idea to frame some of your art.

[@lorenknowles1521]

Great idea! I’ve used a similar technique when painting acrylic on watercolor paper. Before painting I tear the paper to get a “deckled edge”. Once finished it has a more earthy look.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

I bet the decked edge looks beautiful floating.

[@brormel1674]

Nice job you had there, and a new idea for me to try on my own paintings and drawings. Thanks a lot!

[@LauraStewart-z2s]

Love this idea! Thank you!!

[@n8sterling727]

So glad I came across this! Thank you for this.

[@legacybuilder9664]

Jackie I am new to watercolor. Your paintings are beautiful and I appreciate the tips.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

You are so welcome!

[@fitaurean9491]

Thankyou for this video. So helpful.

[@a.r.4416]

What a great invention❤!

[@gailmariage5318]

I love this, too.

[@Erinba]

This was very helpful thank you ❤

[@mountainside26]

Brilliant!!!

[@PurpleLovesArt]

What kind of tool is that for the clips at the end on the back of the frame ?

[@alyshiarobison2290]

Thanks for the video. Why do you use linen tape to hinge it instead of the double sided tape?

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

This hinging tape is acid-free so it won’t hurt the art. Ideally, for original art, you want acid-free, archival tape that can be removed without damaging the art. Hope that helps.

[@niclavdm]

Thank you for this!! Do you have a tutorial on doing these paintings you framed? Beautiful.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Not yet! But I do share the process I used (and more pictures) in my free Masking Magic guide. You can get it here: jackiehernandez.studio/freeguide

[@cathywalker9924]

Wonderful video! Thank you so much. I have so many irregular sized paintings I would love to frame but the cost of custom framing has always stopped me. I’m going to definitely try this! Can I ask what type of cabinet you use to store all of your items? We get a glimpse of it near the end of this video and it looks very functional!

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

I hope you try it. The cabinet is from Target. It’s technically a TV cabinet which is about 18” deep, I think. Inside there is only one shelf in each section, so I added the IKEA paper organizer at the bottom. That’s what the pullouts with the cork are inside. It’s called the Kvissle.

[@annezuelke2081]

Thank you for this tutorial! The only trouble I'm having is my double-sided tape didn't successfully hold the foam core to the mat board. After a few days, it fell off within the frame. Have you had this problem before? I wonder if my tape wasn't strong enough (picked up easy tear tape by iCraft because that's what they had at my local Michael's). Have you ever used glue or something besides the tape around the edges?

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Sorry, that hasn’t happened to me. The Scor-tape I use is extremely strong. I originally got it for collage and bookmaking projects, so I knew it would hold up for this. An acid-free glue might work, but I have not tried it. You may want to try adding more strips of your tape across the middle of the foam core and press it with something heavy (like books). I hope you find a solution that works.

[@twopeopleeating]

thanks for sharing! What frames are you using?

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

The frames are from Target.

[@pamsims3436]

Thank you for this. I have the same issues with paper size. Why they cant make the paper match the mats and frames would make painting a lot easier. It is very hard to frame a 1/4 imperical size painting.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

I hope this option works for you.

[@bobbiegraham7729]

Love this! I went to your supply list and couldn't find your WC paper slicer. Might have to get the 3 in 1 comer cutter just for my sketchbooks. I have a roll of Arches and could use a good cutter though. Do you mind sharing the brand/link?

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

I don’t think they make my paper cutter anymore. It’s over 10 years old. If it helps while you’re looking for one, mine is a rotary cutter with circular blades. The brand is Fiskars.

[@bobbiegraham7729]

@@JackieHernandezWatercolor Thank you so much.

[@youleeaah]

Is there a reason to keep the art from touching the glass or is it simply a personal preference?

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

If art or photos are pressed up against the glass, they can get stuck to the glass overtime. I think it’s because of moisture in the air. That’s why using a mat is standard because it puts space between the art and the glass. Hope that makes sense.

[@freedomofreligion3248]

Only from personal folly, my artwork all different media) stuck to the glass after a time. A long time, I don't actually know: A year? 6 mos? When I tried to peel it away, using heat, razors, water, solvent (yikes), etc., it damaged the artwork.

[@artkat31]

Beautiful job!