Recycled Paper Picture Frame

1 min read September 13, 2026 Shauna Krantz
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Every mother loves a homemade gift on her special day. These recycled paper pictures frames are not just adorable, they are also affordable for teachers! Easy to make with a larger group and a great way to incorporate a lesson on recycling. Teachers can use paper from their classroom recycle bins, old art work, newspaper and/or magazine clippings.

Project Time
30 to 40 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Step
1

Cover tables with disposable plastic table cloths. Place mod podge in plastic cups. Make sure to cut up all paper ahead of time.

Remove the plastic from the wood frame and set aside.

Recycled Paper Picture Frame step 1
Step
2

Apply mod podge to the wood frame and place recycled pieces of paper on top. Continue until the entire frame is covered.

Recycled Paper Picture Frame step 2
Step
3

Apply a thin layer of mod podge directly over the paper. Allow frames to dry overnight.

Recycled Paper Picture Frame step 3
Step
4

Trim photo and place in picture frame for Mom!

Need more Mother’s day craft ideas? Make sure to check my idea for a subway art Popsicle stick coaster and a DIY tin can photo vase!

Recycled Paper Picture Frame step 4 part 1
Recycled Paper Picture Frame step 4 part 2

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