I want to make a picture frame cocktail table
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Hi Chandra, Your picture frame table is an awesome idea. You could make a form like a shadow box and use the picture frame secured with hinges as the top. That way, you could put items in the shadow box that are relevant to you.
Maybe between the two of these, you can find your own style.
http://www.hometalk.com/categories/seasonal-decor
http://www.hometalk.com/diy/living-room/furniture/picture-frame-coffee-table-31548651
Picture Frame Coffee Table
These used to be popular back in the 80s, looks of us beachy folk had them with shells, sand and driftwood..... https://www.google.com/search?q=pictures+of+picture+frame+coffee+tables&client=opera&hs=P2p&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwivyuDHjIHXAhWpiFQKHYUPAdEQ7AkIoQE&biw=1366&bih=629