A little creative presentation can turn basic printed fabrics into beautiful works of art. Use geometric frames for a modern look; try round embroidery hoops for a more whimsical aesthetic.

Tools and Materials

• Frame
• Fabric
• Painter's tape
• Utility or craft knife
• Foam core
• Pencil
• Ruler
• Duct tape

How-To
1. Choose desired fabric and mark center of pattern with strip of painter's tape.

2. With a utility or craft knife, cut foam core slightly smaller than backboard of frame, and with a pencil and ruler, draw a line down the center of the foam core.

3. Place fabric on surface, wrong side up, and place foam core on top of fabric, lining up center of fabric with center line on foam core.

4. Fold fabric around foam core and secure with duct tape. First fold short ends and then long ends, folding corners neatly as you go. For the final side, first tack down both ends with painter's tape and then secure firmly with duct tape.

5. Place fabric-wrapped foam core into frame and close up back of frame.

Embroidery Hoop Tools and Materials

• Fabric
• Embroidery hoop
• Fabric scissors
• Double-sided tape

Embroidery Hoop How-To
1. Choose desired fabric that will fit the diameter of your embroidery hoop.

2. Separate rings of hoop and place the inner ring under the piece of fabric.

3. Place outside ring over inner ring and tighten screw on hoop to secure fabric in place.

4. Flip hoop and fabric over. Trim fabric with scissors, leaving about 1/2-inch overhang.

5. Cover the inside of the inner ring with double-sided tape and fold excess fabric into hoop to adhere.

Resources
Fabric from Dedar. All other tools and materials available at your local fabric, art, or craft supplies store.