Old-Fashioned Picture Frames

For this project, you will need the following:

Vintage or “distressed” 5x7” picture frame

Assorted crucifix or cross pendants (can be purchased at Catholic bookstores or online)

Small- to medium-sized wire cutters

Jewelry or metal glue (follow directions on tube – some are resin with hardener)

Begin by using the wire cutters to remove the loops/rings from the selected crucifix/cross pendants. Arrange the pendants in any fashion on the picture frame. Apply small drops of the glue on the back of the pendants and gently place on frame. Wait a couple of hours for glue to harden or set.

Other Ideas:

Create your own vintage frame. Give an unfinished frame a distressed look by gashing it with a flathead screwdriver before staining it.