A great family heirloom gift for the
holidays or anytime – enhance the beauty of a favorite
family photo with an equally special batik fabric mat.
Pictured here is LeRoy Shepard (Lisa’s father). The original
photo was damaged and professionally restored. We chose a
batik with tones of medium blues and browns with ivory to
highlight the photos wonderful sepia tones. This is one of
four projects currently airing on DIY Network’s new show,
“Craft Lab”. Check the DIY Website for upcoming air dates
(Episode DCLB-117).
You’ll Need:
Photo
Picture frame with mat
African batik fabric (color-coordinated to photo)
½ yd. paper-backed fusible web
Separate the mat from the picture
frame.
Cut
fabric to the size of the mat, plus at least two inches
all around. Apply fusible web to the wrong side of the
fabric, according to manufacturer’s directions. Peel
away the paper backing.
Center the mat over the fabric. Cut
away the center of the fabric so that at least a 1"
border remains around the inner edges of the mat.
Turn over so that the fabric is on the
top and fuse lightly. Clip the inner fabric corners,
fold in the inner sides of the fabric, then fuse. Wrap
the outer edges of the fabric over the mat; fuse. Fuse
again from the front of the mat for a smooth, secure
bond.
Assemble the photo, mat and frame; hang
as desired
Cultured
Expressions: Decorating with African Fabrics
Cut
fabric to the size of the mat, plus at least two inches
all around. Apply fusible web to the wrong side of the
fabric, according to manufacturer’s directions. Peel
away the paper backing.