Friday, June 7, 2013

Framing Scarves - My Easy DIY


I apologize for the poor photos, but tropical storm Andrea is making its way up the East coast and it is a very dark and stormy day here, not ideal for picture taking.

When my daughter and I were at Lilly Pulitzer the other day, I spotted a scarf I had wanted on sale. Kate found the same print in a darling strapless dress. The scarf is 18 inches square, an ideal size for framing. I remembered that Ikea's Ribba frame comes in a 19 plus inch square frame that would be perfect. I have read lots of scarf framing DIY online with sewing, pinning, etc., none of which I felt like doing. I figured the static electricity of the glass and the silk would keep the scarf in place and it has. I ironed the scarf, positioned it against the glass, put the mat and backing behind it, and five minutes later it was done. Total cost of $60.00.

I think it came out great and the scarf is not damaged and can easily be switched out whenever I wish. It is a wonderful addition to my gallery wall that has grown very organically starting with the large Helen Frankenthaler.









4 comments:

  1. A lovely addition to your art wall! I love Frankenthaler as well!

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    Karena
    Art by Karena

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  2. I love how you did this...I am headed to Lilly now to see if I can score a similar deal. I have lots of Hermes scarves that I don't wear and want to frame...they are like pieces of art.

    Have a great weekend!

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  3. Love this! What a great idea! I have a square Lilly Pulitzer scarf that I have had for a while and never worn- you just inspired me to make some use of it!

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  4. Great idea! I would have never thought to do this! I attended the Art Institute of Washington in Rosslyn, VA just across the bridge from Georgetown. I miss that area! Great blog :o)

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