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    How would you choose a mat for a photo that you are framing?
    Crystal Bear
    Professional Photographer
    Crystal Bear is a Professional Photographer and the Owner of Summer Bear Photography. Crystal specializes in weddings and portraits for women. She holds a BS in Interior Design and Consumer Science from San Francisco State University. Coming from a design background, Crystal brings a sense of style and artistry to her work that brings out her client’s inner confidence, showcases their beauty both inside and out, and puts them at ease. She also specializes in using the correct lighting and branding for women entrepreneurs.
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    You want to make sure it matches the photograph itself, but you also need to make sure it matches the place you're going to put it. What's popular right now are neutral colors, grays, blues, blacks, creams, and beiges. If you don't have a lot of black in your house, having black frames or black mats might look a little odd. It also depends on what's in the photograph.
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    Can this be embellished into a very fancy frame?
    Community Answer
    Yes! You can decorate this frame however you want. You can put on fake flowers, rhinestones, beads, etc. Be creative!
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    What is a mat cutter?
    Community Answer
    A mat cutter is a device used to cut a mat to size so you can line it up perfectly.
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    Is there a simple way to make a picture frame?
    Community Answer
    Follow the instructions listed in the article.
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    Do you recommend free handing a miter cut using a hacksaw with a busy metal cutting blade? Interesting technique.
    Community Answer
    Good point! A proper wood saw would do a much neater job and would make the job much easier. Also, there is no mention of sanding the cut smooth before gluing the pieces together.
  • Question
    Can I make a frame using peanut shells?
    Community Answer
    Yes. First, make sure that you clean the peanut shells thoroughly. Then, buy a frame from the store, and hot glue the peanut shells to the frame.
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    Can you take photos to fill the frame interior after it is finished?
    Community Answer
    Yes.
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    Can you put your Christmas cards in a frame?
    Amanda Cousins
    Community Answer
    Absolutely. With the pictures on the card, it is good to have some well wishes.
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