DIY: Framed Fabric

I found two faux bamboo frames (11 x 14) at the Habitat Home Store a few months back.  They were marked $5 each, but the manager was at the counter when my friend and I checked out, and he said I could have them for a buck each!  Remember, everything is negotiable!  I recently bought a large cabinet door frame to turn into a jewelry holder (to sell).  The price was $10, and I asked the cashier if she would take $5 for it, and she immediately said yes.  It pays to ask!

I tried looking for large prints to put in the frames, but came up empty handed.  They are large frames and they were hollow, so I decided to go ahead and frame pieces of fabric. 

Because the frames were hollow, I need something to adhere my fabric to.  I happened to have a diaper box in my recycling (K still wears one at night), and starting cutting away.

The fabrics are from Hob Lob.  I can't recall the price, but I used a 40% off coupon on the more expensive one.  I did not need a lot of fabric, so this project was super inexpensive!

I simply wrapped the fabric around the cardboard from the diaper box and hot glued around the corners.

Once the fabric was wrapped, I centered the cardboard on the frame and staple gunned it to the frame.

I then added my own hanging mechanism to the back of each one.  These were so easy to attach to the frame (Home Depot).

I love the way the two fabric choices compliment each other and add a pop of color.

I am still debating whether or not to paint the frames.  I love the faux bamboo, but not sure if the natural color is working for me.  Opinions, please?

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