Mitered Frame
by Betty Traciak
Use double-sided cardstock to create a framed panel.
Supplies
- Double-sided scrapbook paper (Stampin' Up!® Tea Room Specialty Designer Series Paper used here)
- Tape or adhesive runner
- Scissors
- Score board
- Other supplies as needed to complete the project (SU products used here: Jar of Love stamp set, Whisper White Cardstock, Coastal Cabana, Crushed Curry and Old Olive Classic Inks, Everyday Jars Framelits)
Step-by-Step
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Step 1
Determine the outer dimension of the finished project and add one inch to each side.
Example: For a 4” x 4” frame use a 6” x 6” piece of double sided paper.
Score at 1/2” and 1” from each side. -
Step 2
Cut away the four small squares in each corner, cutting just up to the scorelines.
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Step 3
Fold on all scorelines and reopen so the paper is flat.
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Step 4
Fold each corner on a 45 degree angle.
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Step 5
Fold on scorelines and adhere.
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Step 6
Decorate as desired.
Video!
Variations
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Free Floating Edges:
Complete as above but in Step 5 do not adhere the edges.
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Triangular Edged Frame:
Determine the outer dimension of the finished project. Add 1-1/2” to each side. Score at 1/2", 1” and 1 1/2" on all sides.
Your Turn
You've seen the tutorial, now you try it! We've got a section of the gallery set aside for Mitered Frame. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!
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Questions and Comments
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It says add 1 inch to the outer dimension of the finished product. But she uses a 6x6 paper for a 4x4 finished piece. That's 2 inches on each side.
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