Rolling each strip takes time and patience. Photo: Dinah Wulf
Rolling each strip takes time and patience. Photo: Dinah Wulf

Step 3: Rollin’, rollin’, rollin’

Next, start rolling your strips. The toughest part is the beginning of each strip; however, it goes faster once you get the hang of it. To secure each roll, I used a small, narrow piece of tape. (Using tape is cleaner than attempting to glue each roll. Plus, the tape can be easily hidden when the roll is attached to the frame.)

After rolling all the strips, use white glue and a paintbrush for easy application. Photo: Dinah Wulf
After rolling all the strips, use decoupage medium and a paintbrush for easy application. Photo: Dinah Wulf

Step 4: Get to gluing

After rolling all the strips, glue each piece onto the frame one by one using a paintbrush and decoupage medium. When you’ve finished adhering the rolls, let your project dry completely for about 15 minutes. Then use two additional coats of decoupage medium on top. Allow it to dry between coats.

A recycled-magazine frame makes a great gift. Photo: Dinah Wulf
A recycled-magazine frame makes a great gift. Photo: Dinah Wulf

Insert your picture, and there you have it! The perfect handmade gift.