Build Light Box Picture Frame

Cut the sheet of acrylic into two matching rectangular pieces.

Build light box picture frame.

Cut 2 by 4 s and attach with screws to make a. To keep things simple i use. You will need 2 boards cut 41 1 4 and 2 boards cut to 26 3 4 to create the frame i used my kreg pocket hole jig and kreg pocket hole screws. So that the frame will be flat on the wall you need to make a notch for the battery case.

How to create a light up shadowbox picture frame prep frame. Created with wondershare filmora. Clamp each joint to secure. When complete the glass picture and backing will be flush with the outer frame.

Things you ll need photo frame milk crate corded light socket or work light zip ties cardboard strapping tape waxed paper glue. With all the parts cut down to size it s time to assemble. Backlit frame lightbox step 1. Sandwich photos between the two pieces of acrylic.

After all the frames are made up you should now have 6 frames and one opening frame along with. Remove the back shadowbox liner and any other materials besides the glass. Print photos to 4 1 2 inch square a bit larger than the mat opening. Easiest way to get the mirror back is to put mirroring foil on the paper that is already in the.

Print and trim photos. Clamp the acrylic pieces onto the frame and drill through the acrylic to secure to the frame with screws. Align the four outer trim pieces you previously cut. Step 1 prep frame remove.

Lighted movie poster box building the box to create the box i used 1 4 oak boards actual is 3 4 x 3 1 2 which can be purchased at both of the big box stores. Lay the inner frame on top this to raise the inner frame up and create the offset that will be needed when the outer frame is attached.