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DIY Painted Decorative Ruler Frame

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A painted ruler frame in yellow showcases art of an owl with glasses sitting on books, featuring the text "Hi Smarty Pants!" on a bright blue background.

Are you looking for a fun craft idea to make with the kids to make their teachers? Then check out this easy DIY painted decorative ruler frame! It’s sure to be enjoyable for all ages.

Lately I’ve been sharing quite a few “back to school” crafts and gift ideas on the Glued To My Crafts blog. Sadly, today’s post is going to be the last of the “theme” {till next year that is!} But no worries because I left the best for last. Least in my opinion anyways!

This Decorative Ruler Frame craft is super simple to put together – even for a beginner.

It’s perfect as a gift for a teacher OR to frame your child’s school picture in it. You can also include one of the FREE back to school printables I shared on the blog last week, in the frame. Whatever you decide to do with it – I hope you enjoy making it and showing it off! Now keep scrolling for the FULL tutorial below!

DIY Painted Decorative Ruler Frame - Kid Craft

This ruler picture frame craft is super simple to put together. It’s also perfect for a teacher OR to frame your child’s first day of school picture in it!

Craft Supplies:

  • Large, Unfinished Wood Frame
  • Yellow Craft Paint
  • Paint Brush
  • Small Paper Plate
  • Black Sharpie Paint Pen

Directions:

  1. First squirt some yellow craft paint on your paper plate.
  2. Using the paint brush, paint your unfinished wood frame completely yellow.
  3. Set aside to let the paint dry completely.
  4. Next image a ruler in your read. Using that as your guideline, use your Sharpie marker to draw black marks all along the frame.
  5. Repeat for each side. This will give the look of a ruler.
  6. Once dry – add one of these FREE printables inside the frame or your child’s picture.
  7. Then display your painted ruler frame as is and/or give it away proudly!

RELATED —> Christmas Picture Frame Ornament

DIY Painted Decorative Ruler Frame - Kid Craft

Don’t forget to check out the other “back to school” and apple themed crafts I shared on the blog, for even more crafty inspiration!

  • Tissue Paper Apple
  • Stained Glass Apple
  • A is for Apple Craft Idea
  • Apple Handprint Keepsake
  • Q-Tip Painted Apple
  • Cupcake Liner Apple Cards
  • Craft Felt Apple Trees

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