{"id":4942,"date":"2017-01-12T07:30:01","date_gmt":"2017-01-12T07:30:01","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.snapfish.co.uk\/?p=4942\/?p=4942"},"modified":"2024-02-22T07:05:38","modified_gmt":"2024-02-22T07:05:38","slug":"3-diy-print-displays-you-can-make-in-a-weekend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.snapfish.ie\/blog\/3-diy-print-displays-you-can-make-in-a-weekend\/","title":{"rendered":"3 DIY Print Displays You Can Make in a Weekend"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snapfish.co.uk\/photo-printing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"364\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.snapfish.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/diy_projects_slider-1.jpg\" alt=\"photo print displays \" class=\"wp-image-4948\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.snapfish.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/diy_projects_slider-1.jpg 720w, https:\/\/blog.snapfish.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/diy_projects_slider-1-300x152.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Up your d\u00e9cor game this weekend with easy photo print displays you can DIY from start to finish \u2013 all in 48 hours! Grab your favourite <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snapfish.co.uk\/photo-printing\" target=\"_blank\" >prints<\/a>, a few supplies from your local craft store, and let\u2019s get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snapfish.co.uk\/photo-printing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.snapfish.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/diy_projects_mugs_2.jpg\" alt=\"photo print displays \" class=\"wp-image-4945\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.snapfish.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/diy_projects_mugs_2.jpg 650w, https:\/\/blog.snapfish.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/diy_projects_mugs_2-300x231.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-photo-coasters\"><strong>Photo Coasters<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Give your coffee table some love with decorative coasters made with 4\u00d74&#8243; square prints. <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Give a set of photo coasters and personalised <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snapfish.co.uk\/photo-mugs\" target=\"_blank\" >Snapfish mugs<\/a> as a gift!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1. Order your 4&#215;4&#8243; print using the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snapfish.co.uk\/photo-gift\/mobile-apps?CID=uk|mic|post|bloguk|jan17|web|snapfishuk|site\" target=\"_blank\" >Snapfish app<\/a>, or cut a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snapfish.co.uk\/photo-printing\" target=\"_blank\" >6&#215;4&#8243; print<\/a> into a 4&#215;4&#8243; shape.<br>2. Paint edges of a 4\u00d74&#8243; wood block and let dry. Repeat with a second coat if needed.<br>3. Cover back of 4\u00d74&#8243; square print with decoupage and adhere to the top of your wood block.<br>4. Decoupage a thin coat on the entire block, including the photo. Don\u2019t worry \u2013 the decoupage will dry clear and your photo will shine through.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snapfish.co.uk\/photo-printing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.snapfish.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/diy_projects_banner.jpg\" alt=\"photo print displays \" class=\"wp-image-4943\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.snapfish.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/diy_projects_banner.jpg 650w, https:\/\/blog.snapfish.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/diy_projects_banner-300x231.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-photo-banner\"><strong>Photo Banner<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Perfect for both celebrations and&nbsp;everyday d\u00e9cor, a photo banner is a simple, budget-friendly way to add personality to your space. <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Choose portrait-oriented 6&#215;4&#8243;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.snapfish.co.uk\/photo-printing\" target=\"_blank\" >&nbsp;prints<\/a>&nbsp;with the subject in the middle of the photo so you don\u2019t crop it out when slicing triangles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1. Find the midpoint of each 6&#215;4&#8243;&nbsp;photo by measuring the short side with a ruler. Mark with a pencil.<br>2. Use a paper cutter to slice from each corner to the midpoint for perfectly straight lines.<br>3. Punch two small holes at the top of each new triangle (you can find mini hole punchers at your local craft store), and thread together with twine.<br>4. Tie off ends with a loop and hang for instant awesome!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snapfish.co.uk\/photo-printing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"477\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.snapfish.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/diy_projects_letters.jpg\" alt=\"photo print displays \" class=\"wp-image-4944\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.snapfish.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/diy_projects_letters.jpg 650w, https:\/\/blog.snapfish.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/diy_projects_letters-300x220.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cement-letter-photo-holders\"><strong>Cement Letter Photo Holders<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beautify your workspace with these mini photo displays and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snapfish.co.uk\/photo-printing\" target=\"_blank\" >4\u00d74&#8243; prints<\/a> from Snapfish. <strong>Tip:<\/strong> We were inspired by I Spy DIY\u2019s cement letter holders, check out the how-to on her blog!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1. Mix cement according to box instructions. With a plastic spoon, scoop cement into a silicon mold \u2013 you can find cute alphabet molds online.<br>2. Let set for five minutes. While mixture is malleable, insert a wire you\u2019ve twisted into a spiral.<br>3. Allow to dry overnight, then gently pop out letter. Display&nbsp;on desk and insert 4\u00d74&#8243; square photo!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ready for a DIY-filled weekend? Start printing your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snapfish.co.uk\/photo-printing\" target=\"_blank\" >favourite photos<\/a> with Snapfish!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Originally published on Snapfish US by Elysa Hill \/ Photographer: Joe Quintan<\/em>a<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snapfish.co.uk\/macmillan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"205\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.snapfish.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/macmillan-1080x216-UKIE-20220704-1024x205.jpg\" alt=\"Brighten Up Your Home &amp; Walls With Fresh Canvas Print Designs\" class=\"wp-image-43945\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.snapfish.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/macmillan-1080x216-UKIE-20220704-1024x205.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.snapfish.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/macmillan-1080x216-UKIE-20220704-300x60.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.snapfish.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/macmillan-1080x216-UKIE-20220704-768x154.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.snapfish.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/macmillan-1080x216-UKIE-20220704.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Snapfish +&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.snapfish.co.uk\/macmillan\" target=\"_blank\" >Macmillan<\/a>&nbsp;are working in partnership to raise vital funds. For every greeting card or flat card set sold, Macmillan receive up to 15p.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What did you create on Snapfish? Share it with us on social media! You can tag us with @snapfishuk in your photos on <a href=\"http:\/\/www.instagram.com\/snapfishuk\" target=\"_blank\" >Instagram<\/a> or <a href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/snapfishuk\" target=\"_blank\" >Facebook<\/a> or use the hashtag #snapfishuk. Don\u2019t forget to follow us on <a href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/snapfishuk\" target=\"_blank\" >YouTube<\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/twitter.com\/snapfishuk\" target=\"_blank\" > <\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.twitter.com\/snapfishuk\" target=\"_blank\" >Twitter <\/a>and <a href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/snapfishuk\" target=\"_blank\" >Pinterest<\/a>, too. We love seeing what you create.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Up your d\u00e9cor game this weekend with easy photo print displays you can DIY from start to finish \u2013 all in 48 hours! 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