BillyJack Posted February 1, 2023 Report Share Posted February 1, 2023 I made there years ago. Just MDF with Black pre cat lacquer. That was then, but now I think I’d like some better. Any shop make picture frames worth looking at? I usually go to Hobby Lobby and buy 2/20 dollar poster frames and steal the plastic face front. Looking for options..thx.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhighlander Posted February 1, 2023 Report Share Posted February 1, 2023 I doubt you will find "poster" frames anywhere, that will measure up to the ones you made. Having a poster-sized frame made with fancier molding, even at Hobby Lobby, is going to get pricey. What is it that you want to be 'better'? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BonPacific Posted February 2, 2023 Report Share Posted February 2, 2023 I'm in agreement, your mdf frames are already likely as good or better than anything you can get at a reasonable price (and I assume you're not looking to get these custom framed professionally). Even the nicer bulk store frames are just painted pine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyJack Posted February 2, 2023 Author Report Share Posted February 2, 2023 Looking for something to replace the black frames I made. Something with more detail. Kinda like you see on wood beer sign mirrors, etc. I’ll come up with something.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyJack Posted February 2, 2023 Author Report Share Posted February 2, 2023 On 2/1/2023 at 5:27 PM, wtnhighlander said: I doubt you will find "poster" frames anywhere, that will measure up to the ones you made. Having a poster-sized frame made with fancier molding, even at Hobby Lobby, is going to get pricey. What is it that you want to be 'better'? I’m not looking to buy, but make. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyJack Posted February 2, 2023 Author Report Share Posted February 2, 2023 Hobby Lobby Plexiglass - 24" x 36" 3.5 stars out of 5 stars13 reviews $4.49 SKU: 279760 This thick, sturdy Polystyrene Sheet is perfect for an endless array of craft projects. Use it to create fabulous DIY home decor, use it in place of glass for a safe, durable alternative, design a unique piece of jewelry, or use it in an open frame to create a barrier against the elements! Get creative and bask in the glory of your finished product. Dimensions: Length: 24" Width: 36" Thickness: 1mm IN STORE ONLY Check your local store for availability. Dimensions Select Variant Select 8" x 10" 11" x 14" 16" x 20" 24" x 36" 24" x 36" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhighlander Posted February 2, 2023 Report Share Posted February 2, 2023 That seems like a good price on the plexiglass. As for making the frames, I tend to like the minimalist look for posters. One thing I have done in the past is to make my own simple molding from a dark wood (walnut) that isn't much fancier than the commercial frames, but the natural wood grain really dresses it up. Might be a perfect application for some highly-figured stock, where too much would be overwhelming. The narrow frame sticks would look nice in curly maple, but not be overbearing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyJack Posted February 2, 2023 Author Report Share Posted February 2, 2023 I made the plain black frame and it was great at the time. You either frame the poster to see the poster or to see the poster and the frame. At this point I want to see both. I did a bar for a customer. The wife spent countless hours on EBay looking for the coolest mirrors, but it was not just the mirrors, it was the frames as well..Posters can come and go , but frame work can be reused.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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