Handmade photo frames! Simple and stylish craft ideas
Photo frames that come in handy when displaying pictures.
There are all sorts—from highly functional ones that let you display several photos together, to stylish designs, to simple frames that make the photos stand out.
This article introduces handmade photo frame ideas.
Along with kid-friendly crafts using origami and construction paper, there are also craft ideas for adults.
You can of course enjoy displaying the finished pieces, and they also make great gifts when you put a photo inside.
Feel free to use these as inspiration and give them a try.
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Handmade Photo Frames! Simple and Stylish Craft Ideas (1–10)
[Punch Needle] Tufted Photo Frame
![[Punch Needle] Tufted Photo Frame](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/A1x_iS6YfQU/sddefault.jpg)
Why not try making a photo frame using a punch needle, which you can even find at 100-yen shops? After creating a full-size sketch, transfer it onto the base fabric with a chalk pen.
Punch and embroider along the sketch with the punch needle.
Once the embroidery is done, attach felt to the back to neaten the shape.
Next, mount it onto cardstock on the back and trim away any excess—done! Don’t glue the cardstock down completely; leave the top edge open so you can slide in a photo.
Complex designs take more time, but they’re super cute, so give it a try!
Whipped Deco Frame

If you’ve ever made a cake, this will be easy to picture.
And don’t worry if you haven’t—no problem at all.
Using the same motion you use to pipe whipped cream to decorate a cake, let’s try decorating a photo frame.
You can use materials like wood glue or silicone sealant—similar to the adhesive carpenters use to fill gaps around wet areas.
Just put them into a small piping bag and squeeze them out through a decorating tip.
The process feels much like working with cream.
If you want to make the “whipped” look even flashier, mix glitter into the adhesive.
[100-yen shop] Frilled deco frame
![[100-yen shop] Frilled deco frame](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/E3dCvUahwvM/sddefault.jpg)
Perfect for supporting your faves! Here are some cute frilly deco-frame ideas.
The base is a frame from a 100-yen shop, and all you have to do is attach the parts to finish.
Wrap frill tape around the frame and decorate the inside with a pearl liner.
Tie a satin ribbon to make a large bow, adorn the center with a jewel, and attach it to the frame.
Pick your favorite lace, ribbon colors, and jewels and give it a try.
The overall look will also change depending on the shape of the frame!
Handmade Photo Frames! Simple and Stylish Craft Ideas (11–20)
Photo frame made from cardboard

Even at the larger 100-yen shops, you’ll find lots of photo frames lined up.
But the charm of handmade is limitless! Here, we’ll introduce an easy photo frame using cardboard you might otherwise throw away.
First, cut the cardboard into a donut-shaped circle about 30 cm in diameter, and cover it with your favorite colored paper.
Wrapping paper or chiyogami works too! Then attach a cute clip or clothespin, and you’re done.
It looks more stylish than you’d expect and suits any type of room.
Photo frame made with seashells

This is a photo frame made with seashells you picked up at the beach! It could turn into a wonderful piece that captures your summer memories in a nutshell.
First, make a backing for the photo frame using thick paper or cardboard, then attach thin slices of air-dry clay cut with a knife on top.
Next, arrange your favorite seashells on the clay! A good tip is to start with the larger shells and fill in the gaps as you go.
If you’re making it with kids, you can also add game pieces, marbles, or motifs they love! You can even paint it to give it a unique, personal touch.
Give it a try!
[100-Yen Artificial Flowers] Flower Photo Frame Arrangement
![[100-Yen Artificial Flowers] Flower Photo Frame Arrangement](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-3ahBTJFjTs/sddefault.jpg)
Let’s make a lovely flower photo frame using only items from a 100-yen shop.
It turns out nicer than you might expect, so it makes a great little gift; if you have a photo to hand over, you can put it in the frame and give it as a present, too.
The method is very simple: just attach artificial flowers to a photo frame.
One key tip is to keep the colors consistent.
If you want warm tones, stick to warm colors; if you prefer a cool look, use plenty of white and silver—decide on a motif and color scheme so it doesn’t end up looking cluttered.
Sprinkling in nuts or leaves could be a nice touch as well!
[Cardstock/Felt] Photo Frame
![[Cardstock/Felt] Photo Frame](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wSlvgLZveto/sddefault.jpg)
If you want to make something with small children, we recommend this “Photo Frame Made with Cardboard and Felt.” Both materials can be easily cut with scissors, so it’s very simple.
The general process is as follows: First, make the shape of the photo frame with cardboard.
Use double-sided tape to attach felt to it, and the base is complete.
After that, decorate it with your favorite glitter, buttons, stickers, and pipe cleaners using glue.
The decorating time is the most fun part! Attach a string to hang it on the wall, and it turns into a cute wall hanging.


