Custom Covered Mattes

Project #8 Covered Matte Boards
First we bought mattes to fit in an 11x14 frame at the dollar store.

We then purchased 11x14 frames from the thrift store since we would be spray painting them anyway. Spray paint frames the color that works for you, we chose white.

Next, we gathered scrapbook papers to match our girl's bedrooms. Meredith went for the colorful look since her girls have a colorful room and I went with the Shabby Chic look for Brynley's room.

Cut/tear scrapbook papers to various sizes and piece together on matte board using Mod Podge. You can also paint the Mod Podge over the paper if you would like a slightly shiny texture.

Finished mattes before frames are added.

Finally, put mattes in frames and you're ready to add your favorite pictures. We will be using black and white photos in ours.