Dirt cheap floating frame DIY - Make your own custom frames!

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I love how a well framed painting looks, but I am not willing to shell out the expensive prices that most painting frames cost.
In this video I create a floating frame for one of my favorite acrylic pours and it only costs me $4.25. I was suprised at how well even my proof of concept turned out.
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@hawkpaul8735 8 месяцев назад

Excellent! Now all I need is a brother with a wood workshop lol. Seriously though I am surprised how good a simple frame can look. Thanks a lot.

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

I am lucky in that regard for sure.

@BearsDenAcrylicArt 8 месяцев назад

Making your own floating frames is exponentially cheaper than purchasing one. I use the craft boards that my Lowe’s carries. It involves some extra cuts and glueing, since they don’t come in an L shape, but still. It’s worth it. I also use tile spacers to make sure they gap around the painting is uniform. The downside to using craft boards is that I’m limited in the size of frame I can create. If I had a table saw, it wouldn’t be an issue. Regardless, it’s great you’re showing your audience that constructing frames isn’t terribly difficult if you have the proper tools.

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Thanks my friend. Do you have any pictures of your frames?

@VLersk 8 месяцев назад

Thank you ,David ! You are so generous to share all of your ideas and experiments ,you have helped me immensely with my own pouring journey !

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

You are very welcome

@Francine.R.K 8 месяцев назад

Love this David. Actually, you could have used the deeper molding even if you don't have a deep edge canvas. You can use z-clips and screw those into the frame and canvas. That way, you can have a student-grade canvas in a "deep edge" frame and make the painting look like it was always deep edge. :) This would help with selling paintings also, and as you said, it's not much of a financial outlay.

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

That is a great idea. Thanks Francine.

@evan2290 Месяц назад

Can you help me understand what you’re saying here? Student grade? I want to use a deeper molding so I think what you’re saying applies. I just don’t really follow. Thanks in advance for any help/advice. I greatly appreciate it.

@Francine.R.K Месяц назад

@@evan2290 student-grade canvasses are generally about half an inch deep (maybe slightly more). They're also called Level 1 canvasses. Hope this helps.

@marystewart8905 8 месяцев назад

Looks great with the frame and simple and inexpensive to make. Thanks for sharing.

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Thanks for watching Mary.

@lazygardens Месяц назад

Using the corner molding is BRILLIANT! I gonna steal this idea.

@LeftBrainedArtist Месяц назад

Go for it! Let me know if you find any other ways to make this cheaper and easier.

@cherylhopkins5110 8 месяцев назад

Your frame makes your painting pop. Thanks for sharing your idea!

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

You are so welcome! Now for more experimenting.

@tonysfluidart 8 месяцев назад

David, that’s looks really great, and such an affordable way to add some value to a pour as well have it stand out. Really great work!

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Thanks a bunch Tony.

@dorisp9127 5 месяцев назад

Thank you. I work part time there and I needed some easy ways to frame some of the canvas paintings I purchased throughout the years. The frames make it more professional than without any borders.

@LeftBrainedArtist 5 месяцев назад

You are so welcome! let me know if you find some tricks to using moulding as your frame.

@revalovett8560 8 месяцев назад

What a great idea 💡 I love “out of the box” thinking 😊 I’ll definitely give this a try!

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Let me know how it goes or if you find some good tips and tricks.

@mariontheantiquarian7849 8 месяцев назад

That’s fantastic… it looks amazing.

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Thanks Marion.

@roywilson9342 8 месяцев назад

You always have great ideas. Thank you.

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching Roy.

@sandrathomas2893 8 месяцев назад

Brilliant! Love the painting and my favorite colors!

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Thank you so much Sandra. Mine too. This is one of the only ways I like purple generally.

@Ketobbey 8 месяцев назад

Nice one Dave! Love the concept! Thanks for sharing!

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

My pleasure!

@ShannonGibsonArtDesigns 8 месяцев назад

You are so right! In all honesty, everyone and their dog is starting an acrylic painting channel. Our form of art is very saturated, and your videos are always informative and useful, David 💖🙂🖌

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

So true Shannon but it's hard to blame with with how accessible and fun pouring is.

@ShannonGibsonArtDesigns 8 месяцев назад

@@LeftBrainedArtist Absolutely! 🙂

@user-ys4sl4fe5v 8 месяцев назад

I've been waiting for a video like this. Very useful to all of us with too many canvas' laying around. Make more of these please. We all need cheap frames!

@ronibancroft6897 8 месяцев назад

That is such a great idea. Many thanks

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Glad it was helpful Roni.

@davidquint2512 7 месяцев назад

Agreed! It looks great!

@LeftBrainedArtist 7 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@helenhew77 3 месяца назад

TQ David, simple frame but makes your art piece look good!

@LeftBrainedArtist 3 месяца назад

It does!

@carrieholdthemaccountable 8 месяцев назад

Love how that turned out 😊

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Thanks so much!. Me too.

@ColorfuldreamzwithJessicaG 8 месяцев назад

I truly appreciate all of your videos.. and my art journey has always been influenced by your advice. So seriously thank you for helping me grow as an artist with a left brain 😅 the frame is brilliant and just what I need for my paintings that I failed to tape off the back and edges beforehand 😅

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

You are so welcome! Also, that back will bother you 100x times more than anyone else. I haven't ever had someone comment anything negative about the back. Most of them love that is makes the art more authentic.

@veronicabennett2777 8 месяцев назад

How’d you know this is exactly the video I needed to see and didn’t know I needed to see!!!! Wow this video I need! I need to sell mine AND get frames! All this is so accurate! This is me!!!

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Great minds Veronica.

@leighbowman8797 8 месяцев назад

You are the bomb! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your ideas and knowledge. This is very helpful and I’m going to try it myself

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Let me know if you find some good tricks for this.

@leighbowman8797 8 месяцев назад

Keep in mind I am not very tricky. But, if I stumble on something worthwhile I’ll certainly share it with you

@jacquelinepetersen5759 8 месяцев назад

Looks great!!

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Thanks so much Jacqueline. I really like it.

@sandiguinnartescape 8 месяцев назад

Great work. Thanks

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Glad you liked it Sandi.

@linadina1966 8 месяцев назад

That is such a great idea!! Thanks for sharing!Xx

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

You are so welcome Linda.

@99Marna 7 месяцев назад

Thanks David - this is very helpful!

@LeftBrainedArtist 7 месяцев назад

Very welcome!

@ei73 2 месяца назад

This is awesome! Ive been looking for an easy way to do this. Thanks for the video!

@LeftBrainedArtist 2 месяца назад

Glad it was helpful!

@glendanunez 8 месяцев назад

❤Awesome idea beautiful 😍

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Thank you Glenda! 😊

@geiselleart3971 8 месяцев назад

❤❤❤❤❤ Thanks for sharing!

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

You are so welcome Geiselle

@SandrasSensations 8 месяцев назад

Love this David❣️ adding a frame that is affordable is just what I needed my art shelves look like yours👍😁🇨🇦👩‍🎨 Thanks for sharing my friend!

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

I know right? I needed something to help me get it off of my shelves.

@smith899 2 месяца назад

This came up in my search for making frames and I was going to skip it because it did not fit exactly what I wanted, BUT THEN I saw YOU made it! I so enjoy your videos, I am watching!!❤

@LeftBrainedArtist 2 месяца назад

Glad I could help!

@pistolwhip.4167 5 месяцев назад

I came looking about frames and discovered your art! Subbed!

@LeftBrainedArtist 5 месяцев назад

Awesome! Thank you!

@verabolton 8 месяцев назад

Brilliant 👍

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Thank you!

@RandiG63 8 месяцев назад

It really dresses up your painting 😊👍

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Yes it does!

@danildacaruso8636 Месяц назад

Excellent video, very informative. Going to try this myself. Thank you for sharing😃

@LeftBrainedArtist Месяц назад

Thanks Danilda. Let me know if you find any better material to make these out of.

@danildacaruso8636 Месяц назад

@@LeftBrainedArtist will do, thanks!

@souzanemayes5670 8 месяцев назад

The problem is for most of us is no access for cutting the frame

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

#truth - You'd need some help or a manually cutting box which is more work for sure.

@padelicious9093 6 месяцев назад

Get a little Hand saw. They’re like $5.

@jancie202 5 месяцев назад

Miter box with saw for less than $15.00.

@gette9301 14 дней назад

The miter box is so easy to use also!

@ForgottenDetails 8 месяцев назад

I can't wait to see what you do with this channel next! You always surprise me. ;)

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

You and me both! I hope every week I have some new inspiration. Tomorrows is about different mixes for Dutch Pours *spoiler alert!*

@HelenaValentine-ff8xv 8 месяцев назад

Genius ❤️❤️❤️

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Thanks Helena.

@moniaparent9661 6 месяцев назад

Awesome❤

@LeftBrainedArtist 6 месяцев назад

Thanks. I am always looking to save a little 💵

@chareast9997 2 месяца назад

thanks, i needed this idea

@LeftBrainedArtist 2 месяца назад

Glad I could help

@vegasmaniac7745 8 месяцев назад

Fortunately I'm also a woodworker as well as fluid artist, among many other skills. I have all the tools so I've built many frames using several different types of materials. Yours is a very clean, viable, inexpensive and attractive option. I am running into the same issue with finished art overload. It's hung all over my house. I just donated 50 smalls to a local charity organization but still have a massive number that I've kept. I don't have the connections to sell my art nor the time to exhibit at craft fairs. My only option is to stop pouring so often and that's what I've done.

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Have you tried at least a few on Etsy? There is already a custom base there so getting your description right and a good picture is the big hurdle there. Hopefully I'll be doing some videos on that soon.

@julieparrish0704 8 месяцев назад

Love this!! Hubby had the same idea but It’s been too hot in Phoenix for him to spend time in the garage constructing. I also have painting overload and have put a couple on Etsy just to see. Haven’t had any luck selling yet. Like someone else commented, I just don’t pour as often 😢

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Let me know if he comes up with something awesome Julie.

@donnacampbell9187 Месяц назад

🤠bless you...I have been wanting to find these kinds of frames but can't afford most.. This I can do! Thank you so much!!

@LeftBrainedArtist Месяц назад

Glad I could help! Let me know if you find some better alternatives too.

@daveworthing 7 месяцев назад

Morning David, l was thing about exactly this problem when l couldn't sleep last night. Then l go to RU-vid and voilà, there you are with the solution! Just a thought, you could use the deeper wooden trim, by just packing it out so the painting is flush? Timber always looks so much nicer than plastic, and it can also be stained or painted to suit. Many thanks for the idea, I'll be paying a visit to my local DIY store this morning.😊

@LeftBrainedArtist 7 месяцев назад

You could totaly use timber it would just be more expensive.

@creativemargie1 8 месяцев назад

Gosh David, Thank you so much. Are always figuring things out for us. But what about reusing those canvases on another pour, well thats on the ones you don't like.

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Yes you can! I did a video about that here - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-gjNS6VDRzWo.html

@alysysysabasalalal 8 месяцев назад

I was just thinking about doing this for my paintings! Frames are so expensive and I was like... MOULDING isn't, lol. Great idea

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Glad it was helpful! Let me know if you find some other tricks to make it cheaper/easier.

@veronicabennett2777 8 месяцев назад

Ok ok I can’t do this alone! My bf is good at this type of thing tho. Maybe I can have him help! Most of what you said went in one ear and out the other! It was waaaay over my head! Lol. But when the time comes I’ll have him watch this and help me make frames!!! Thanks for the video sir!

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

😅😂😃

@galinamalinskiy2699 8 месяцев назад

Thank you David. However, I checked my local Lowe's and they don't even have this brand Colonial. The similar product was out of stock. I'll try to find something that I can use to create a frame. Thanks again for the great idea.

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Any will work that is in your budget and looks good. You can do what I did and take your painting in to the store and just line it up to see how you like it. Almost all molding can be painted too.

@GEMINI33NAC 7 месяцев назад

Awesome idea. I'd slide a piece of clear hard plastic over front and back of painting because i swear the flies come from everywhere lol, when i'm painting and they love my hanging ones. So i've had to sand and/or wash a couple paintings-since i've never used resin, i wonder if shoving the plastic cutting boards(clear ofcourse) in would do it? I want to try it. Maybe you can make a video. Thank you for showing this video

@LeftBrainedArtist 7 месяцев назад

Yeah, I have had my fair share of bugs seeking death by paintings. ☠

@chrissy1310 2 месяца назад

I was thinking also taking the canvas off the wood and cutting it to fit a thrift store fab frame! Going to do it right now LOL

@LeftBrainedArtist 2 месяца назад

Great idea!!

@chrissy1310 2 месяца назад

Right! Then you can use the glass or not, but you definitely need that cardboard backing. Your paintings would look cool in something really ornate!@@LeftBrainedArtist

@cindybrienze8723 8 месяцев назад

Hi David, thank you for always testing and sharing your results! It saves us beginners a lot of wasted time and $$. Can you share the name of the molding and glue again? Also, I assume it’s made of wood so you could paint it to match your piece. Thanks again!

@kimwells8395 8 месяцев назад

Yes, the molding type he got is made from wood. He just got the primed kind so you wouldn't have to paint or stain this one. Right next to this L-shaped molding is an unprimed one which would give you the options of painting it another color or staining it.

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

This was pvc but for sure it is paintable with no problem. www.lowes.com/pd/Royal-Building-Products-1-in-x-8-ft-Prefinished-Vinyl-Wall-Panel-Moulding/1000514835 Maxi-Cure Glue - amzn.to/3PQYi4m

@SnarkasticSunny 8 месяцев назад

This does look better, for all the reasons you mentioned. It looks great framed!! You could probably sell the frames to those of us w/no brother-in-law, no drill or saw... & what's the name of that glue he has?? Those corner clamps are awesome too.

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

The glue i put a link in the description. The clamps aren't necessary with this glue because it dries so fast and strong I just held it for a few seconds.

@SnarkasticSunny 8 месяцев назад

@@LeftBrainedArtist Yeah... I just really like those corner clamps - very cool tools!😏 Never seen/heard of those before! Thanks for glue link! Not all super-glues are equally super, ya' know? 🤓

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Oh yeah. Definitely not. @@SnarkasticSunny

@debbielza7341 8 месяцев назад

Perfect idea. Thank you. So now what about oval and round canvases??

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

You got me there Debbie. I have no solution for that . . . yet.

@brendahartstern4565 2 месяца назад

You can buy trim that is basically made out of something rubbery and wrap it right around. Or go for something abnormal? Like get a long length of ribbon and loop it, staple it, loop it, staple it. Or some other totally different materials that are bendable.

@jillabrams34990 5 месяцев назад

Thanks! Was that wood or plastic material for the frame?

@LeftBrainedArtist 5 месяцев назад

Just L moulding from the hardware store. Used on halway corners.

@minpuno7150 8 месяцев назад

Thank you for sharing. I am not sure how you arrived at the $4.25 cost as I recently went for some very small screws and they cost me almost $2.00. I see that the continental corner molding is listed at $7.98. Of course I know you are counting on making more from that strip but the is also the glue and of course your brothers saw.

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

I can make two from one molding and then screws I would buy in bulk not piecemiel. I do have a ton right now already you are right.

@artandsoulwithheather 8 месяцев назад

Have you ever used the little wooden panels or planks I guess at Hobby Lobby? They’re not big, no more than maybe a foot or two. I think this is genius and I’m gonna pass on to my husband to do this for me but I’m wondering if you’ve made any from wood because I also like the wood look and don’t want to spend a lot of money for expensive lumber. I know the planks at Hobby Lobby don’t come in a lot of sizes but it’s cheap wood and wouldn’t leave me with 17 extra feet lol. Your thoughts and/or experience with that?

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

You can definiltey make them with two pieces of wood (side and bottom). Or you can buy more expensive trim that is wood and cut that. . There are a few great tutorials on how to do that on RU-vid.

@waveryart 8 месяцев назад

I’m hesitant to frame my paintings because the color choice may not be right for the buyer. I guess I could go with white for all of them but black or even blue would suit some paintings better. Could you paint that frame a different color?

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Absolutely you could paint it whatever color. it is made to be painted.

@JM-pu8pl 8 месяцев назад

I thought u was putting the frame with the wide edge on the front like a normal frame but it still looks very good indeed

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

If this was just 1/2" longer it would have been a proper floating frame. Next time I'll do that.

@tuliagz5329 2 месяца назад

What type/brand of glue did you use?

@LeftBrainedArtist 2 месяца назад

I switch between Craftsmart White glue and Elmer's Glue all. I'd have to go back to this video to remember specifically.

@exoticneena 9 дней назад

What are the measurements though please show how u measured to the size of your canvas? The corners are they usually 90 degrees? I’m working on a 16x20 canvas right now

@LeftBrainedArtist 9 дней назад

Yes, 90 degrees. I just did 45% custs on both side. I took the exact measurement of my canvas side and added 1/8" for each side (1/4" total) and cut my piece so the shorter end of the rail section, not the bottom section of the L, from one side to there other measured my canvas + 1/4". That way I had a box of 1/8 all the way around. This first one in the video I only did 1/16 and that wasn't enough room and ended up being too tight.

@exoticneena 9 дней назад

@@LeftBrainedArtist thank you so much for a prompt response

@artbyamra 5 месяцев назад

How do you measure it corecctly?

@LeftBrainedArtist 5 месяцев назад

I measure the size of my painting plus 2 x the gap i want. That becomes the INSIDE 45' cut distance.

@angiewillsonarte День назад

Floating frames are the it thing now… u need them one way or another… not a regular frame… wish u great luck

@LeftBrainedArtist День назад

Thanks Angie.

@KJ7JHN 8 дней назад

Playing cards as shims. Saw this in another video.

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 дней назад

oh, that is a great idea.

@rossie10924 3 месяца назад

Is it continental or colonial corner ?

@LeftBrainedArtist 3 месяца назад

I honestly have no idea.

@aprildegele1510 8 месяцев назад

An even better option if your joints are good. CA glue for woodworking, with an accelerator. Dry fit the frame. If it's good. put CA woodworking glue on one side and spray the other with accelerant. You'll have about 2-3 seconds to properly position the joint, and then it will be set.

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Definitely an option. That’s a little too quick for my liking. That was originally what my woodworking brother recommended.

@cindivian21 8 месяцев назад

What is the name of the glue?

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

I put a link in the description. Maxi-Cure.

@shannongreenlaw321 4 месяца назад

I've been doing blooms for 3 years and trying to sell for 2 and no luck :(

@LeftBrainedArtist 4 месяца назад

I am just getting in to trying to sell my art. What ways have you tried so far?

@DannyGarrett 8 месяцев назад

Looks good but I prefer to see the painted sides of the paintings

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

With these smaller 3/4" frames you can see the sites in a well made floater frame (this one was too close). With 1"+ I agree I like to see the sides.

@marybryan7191 8 месяцев назад

If you aren't trying to make a living with your painting, Habitat for Humanity's ReStore can sell them and that way you are also making a donation to a great cause. Another place, at least in my area, is St. Vincent de Paul thrift store. Someone asked me if I would be upset if I came across any of my pieces at a yard sale or craft fair. I guess it would just be another way of helping someone make a living and still enjoy painting.

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Awesome points Mary.

@ziggysawdust5407 8 месяцев назад

Hi David, is your frame plastic or wood?

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

Vinyl (so plastic). You can buy wood trim it is just much more expensive.

@ziggysawdust5407 8 месяцев назад

@@LeftBrainedArtistThank you. 🤙

@michellelong4425 8 месяцев назад

I use paper frames I use them with canvas boards

@LeftBrainedArtist 8 месяцев назад

That is a great idea too. How do you attach them?

@Art_of_Ramon 2 месяца назад

I make my own custom frames, but I make them for apocalyptic ruggedness because most art won't survive into the new age. However, the problem is they take up more space.

@LeftBrainedArtist 2 месяца назад

I know the feeling of over building something for sure. My wife reprimands me about it frequently.