Building Custom Picture Frames

By Mark Schofield Aug 07, 2012

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Produced by: Ed Pirnik; Video by: John Ross; Editing by: Tom Olivares

In this five part video workshop on how to make picture frames, woodworker Mark Schofield will show you how to build a specialized miter sled, create mouldings on the router table, assemble frames, and mount your artwork.

Download the free plan that includes detailed drawings of the tablesaw sled the two picture frame molding styles.

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Videos in the Series

Building Custom Picture Frames: Introduction

August 7, 2012

Learn how to build a specialized sled that will allow you to construct beautiful, no-hassle picture frames.
Specialized Miter Sled

August 7, 2012

Learn how to build a specialized tablesaw sled that's tailor-made for cutting perfect miters for your picture frames.
Router Table Moldings

August 7, 2012

Learn how to make two beautiful picture frame moldings at the router table.
Frame Assembly

August 7, 2012

Learn how to cut and assemble your picture frame moldings using a specialized sled and 90-degree corner clamps.
Mounting Art

August 7, 2012

Learn how to properly mount art and photography in your newly-built custom picture frames.
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