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Frames no longer solely serve the purpose of perfectly encompassing a piece of art or photograph. Recently, we’ve been seeing some innovative new ways to use frames. Instead of buying a 4X6 frame to frame a 4X6 picture, do something more eclectic.

Back a large frame with chicken wire (or string lines of wire) and use it to post pictures, flowers, tickets and other memorabilia.

Use a larger frame (perhaps antique or unique) to contain two smaller frames.

These keys, while framed prettily, serve a more useful purpose than a mere decor item

These antique, skeleton keys are framed individually and arranged geometrically on the wall above the desk.

You can also use an empty frame to outline anything you’d like, such as a hobby, from old antique keys to cameras. These days, we’ve found the frame knows no limit!

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Related terms: Antiques, Accessories, Art

by: McCary Wyly