I just put a big puzzle together and want to put in a frame ,What is a good way to do it ,
2006-12-08 04:52:48 · 7 answers · asked by Terry S 5 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
To preserve a jigsaw puzzle actually takes a little preparation ahead of time.
I usually assemble my jigsaw puzzles on a sheet of poster board. This will make it easier to transport around your house if you need to. If you skipped this step already, then you might be able to slide a sheet of poster board under the puzzle after it's assembled (just be carefull). Then I go to the hobby shop and buy a bottle of Puzzle Glue. You can spread this stuff all over your puzzle and it'll bond the pieces together without distorting the picture.
Then you have 2 options for the frame:
1) You could take it to a framing shop and have a custom one made for your puzzle (this can get pricey)
2) You could look around for a pre-made frame that is close to your puzzle's size and stick it in there.
2006-12-08 05:00:45 · answer #1 · answered by Aneal1 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The best way to frame it is to get someone else to do it. They take all the pressure of keeping it together.
My uncle use to frame his own, and this is how he did it. He would have the frame cut to size, he also used a glass cover to protect the puzzle. I am assumming you have used puzzle glue to secure you piece into one large piece.
Take your completed puzzle and put it between two pieces of cardboard. Then lay your frame down on a cushioned surface top side down. Lay in your glass. Take your puzzle and the two pieces of cardboard and lay it picture size down into the frame, don't worry, your next step is to gently remove the piece of cardboard from the frame. You will want to make sure your glass is clean and that your cardboard is not leaving any little remnants of cardboard fuzzies behind. Wipe it down with a tack cloth prior to mounting. Once you have the cardboard piece out you can use it to add an extra layer of backing to your framed item. If you really want a finished look, get the kraft paper and artist's craft tape and frame it with a papered back for a professional look. A metal or wood frame will hold this larger puzzle better than a poster sized frame. They are ususally plastic or acrylic and not as strong.
Best bet is still to go with the professional.
2006-12-08 05:11:36 · answer #2 · answered by damsel36 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Lay it on cardboard or some of that stuff from say, Michael's or Hobby Lobby designed for projects. When the puzzle is finished put the picture frame glass with the backboard removed against the puzzle and voila! You may need an extra set of hands for this. You can glue the back of the puzzle together with Elmer's if you wish. This will keep it from falling apart.
2006-12-08 05:05:10 · answer #3 · answered by merocus 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get some good poster board, and some spray adhesive.
Glue the puzzle on the board.
Get some clear coat and spray the whole thing down.
Mount, frame and enjoy.
2006-12-08 05:01:19 · answer #4 · answered by dopeadevil23 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can actually buy "puzzle glue" that will hold it long enough to get it onto the backing.
I got mine at the dollar store.
2006-12-08 05:00:47 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
ask any craft type store for puzzle glue... &follow the directions
2006-12-08 05:03:32 · answer #6 · answered by aka.rene 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
tape it together on the back, or paint it with several layers of gloss
2006-12-08 05:00:24 · answer #7 · answered by Erikawithasmile 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋