Framing Pins??

Hey DPF,

So I would like to finally frame a bunch of my sets but how do I do it? Im scared the pins might scratch or stick to the glass. Also, where do you put the cork?

Thanks,
Erik

Hi there! What kind of box do you have? Or none yet?

I don't use cork typically, I like foam coare board because you can cut it to fit in the frame instead of what it comes with. Also you should probably get a shadow box rather then a frame frame. Then you can take a little extra foam core as a border between the glass and there won't be any scratching. I can dismantle one of mine to show you when i get home if you like. There's so many ways to do it!

Romancing_Train said:

Hi there! What kind of box do you have? Or none yet?

I don't use cork typically, I like foam coare board because you can cut it to fit in the frame instead of what it comes with. Also you should probably get a shadow box rather then a frame frame. Then you can take a little extra foam core as a border between the glass and there won't be any scratching. I can dismantle one of mine to show you when i get home if you like. There's so many ways to do it!

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I really appreciate but there is no need for that ! Ill end up figuring it out. I was looking at a whole bunch of pics on the forums and a bunch are in frames. Im super picky and not much of a carpenter so finding the perfect shadow box will be hard.

erikr said:

Hey DPF,

So I would like to finally frame a bunch of my sets but how do I do it? Im scared the pins might scratch or stick to the glass. Also, where do you put the cork?

Thanks,
Erik

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Due to the thickness of the pins, framing inside an average picture frame is almost impossible. Your best bet is a shadow box. Don't worry, they make them much more versatile than they used to. They make them in all sizes and colors. I just picked up a bunch of 10 X 10s from Michael's for $7 each in Tink green, blue, black, and cherry wood. So if you're thinking a big, clunky shadow box, you can get around that. No need to try and be a carpenter.

I like using scrapbooking paper in the correct theme on a piece of cork (although foam is indeed better for not shedding while cutting). Then I just slip it into the frame. The pins aren't usually so close to the glass that you'll have to worry about sticking or anything.

yeh what they said. go to hobby store, they have a tone. you can glue cork (they have squares and rolls there also) to the back of the shadow box, you can paint cork...i always use black cause the pins really pop. Yu have nice stuff, it is time to frame the keepers!

As others have said, cork board is going to be your best bet. The only time I used an actual frame was with the WDI Thrill set (which you saw) and that was made of plastic. The plus side is that if you hang it or if the frame fits on well, the pins and glass will touch but not rub. IF the pins are that THAT expensive though (as I'm sure they are since the best sets are framed) I wouldn't want to risk it since a scratch can bring a grown man to tears.

Shadow boxes are stunning when done right and as Abyssian said, they come in all size and shapes. I couldn't find that many colors though besides black and brown, but I was able to work with black and brown for the DS.com LE100 Stained Glass set which came out very well I think. Before you go and buy one, shop around and get an idea of what you want the frame to look like, I like to get as creative as possible with my frames

If you need any help, PM me the set you want to frame (I have a feeling I know which one) and I'll brainstorm some stuff ^_^

Thank you everyone for the help! I will make sure to post pictures when I am done!!

Agreed on a shadow box. Some of them come with a spacer already in place to keep the backing away from the glass. Plus then there's room for the pin backs if you just want to use the cardboard base that it comes with.

Vixy said:

Agreed on a shadow box. Some of them come with a spacer already in place to keep the backing away from the glass. Plus then there's room for the pin backs if you just want to use the cardboard base that it comes with.

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We've done somthing like this too but with matte board. Then velcro it to the back board it comes with!

Romancing_Train said:

We've done somthing like this too but with matte board. Then velcro it to the back board it comes with!

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That's a good idea! Especially since some of the frame backs are too tough to punch through with pins...