Quick & Easy Framed Single Letter Monogram

by Beverly Roderick at Across the Blvd

This single letter monogram was made with a thrift store frame, a wooden letter, some lace and paint for a pretty piece of wall art.

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I spray painted a gold frame and wooden R with Krylon Pistachio.

The mat for this frame has a detachable metal insert that I also painted.

I used a lace place mat for backing. Any fabric would do, but I like the look of the lace. I folded it around the glass and tucked in the corners. I also added a sheet of card stock behind the glass to help hold the lace in place.

I spray painted the wooden letter and let it dry. Once dry, I sprayed it again and quickly used a paper towel to blotch it and wipe it away from the edges. I wanted to give it a more textured look. It's centered on the lace and hot glued in place.

I had everything I needed on hand for this, so the total cost for me was zero. But even if purchasing the items it would only cost a few dollars. A quick, easy, inexpensive piece of decor is my kind of project!

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DF on Mar 04, 2015
Thanks for a great idea! I'm thinking for me, one of my husbands grandmothers old hand made doily (in place of lace) or a part of her needlework thats not aged bad, would be a nice reminder of her to all the family!!

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- Beverly Roderick at Across the Blvd on Mar 04, 2015
  @DF Family vintage doilies would be awesome to use for a monogram piece. That's a great idea!
  
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Hannah V on Mar 04, 2015
Too cute! Perfect for a nursery :)

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- Beverly Roderick at Across the Blvd on Mar 04, 2015
  @Hannah V Thanks so much! Oh, I agree, this would go well in a nursery.
  
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