DIY children’s art frames offer an affordable and creative way to display artwork while keeping it organized and easy to update.
Kids love creating art, and parents quickly learn how fast those drawings, paintings, and school projects add up.
With simple materials and a little creativity, you can create frames that look great and fit your budget.
Why DIY Art Frames Make Sense
DIY art frames give families flexibility without high costs.
Kids create new art often, so frames need to be easy to update and durable.
Making your own frames allows customization while using materials that are easy to replace.
Magnetic Frames Using Craft Supplies
Magnetic frames are an easy DIY option.
Attach adhesive magnets to wooden frames or foam boards to swap artwork quickly.
These work well on refrigerators or magnetic boards.
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Adhesive Magnetic Strips – Ideal for removable frames.
The 3M adhesive magnetic strips are very flexible, which can be cut to any length with scissors.
Unfinished Wooden Picture Frames – Easy to customize.
Spring type action to remove the backing, can be hung horizontally or vertically.
Acrylic Paint Set for Kids – Fun for decorating frames.
The acrylic paint set is suitable for painting on most surfaces, including canvases, fabric, wood, ceramic, rock, metal, plastic, plaster, etc. You can DIY your own canvas art, scrapbooking, crafts, and more with this acrylic paint kit.
Front-Opening Frames with Binder Clips
Binder clips can be attached to a wooden board to securely hold artwork. This allows artwork to be changed in seconds and works well for rotating displays.
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Large Binder Clips – Affordable and reusable.
These clips are ideal for instant binding groups of documents and closing open frozen veggies and bags of chips, or hanging children's artwork.
Wood Planks or MDF Boards – Strong backing boards.
These canvas panels are made of a safe, non-toxic, and acid-free primer. The canvas board's interior contains a sturdy board core that is not easily deformed or warped. A large amount of paint will not affect the product's use.
Command Picture Hanging Strips – Damage-free hanging.
Damage-free hanging strips work without leaving holes, marks or sticky residue on a variety of surfaces and remove cleanly when you want to redecorate or reorganize your space.
Washi Tape and Poster Frame Designs
Washi tape provides a playful way to frame artwork directly on the wall. Poster-style magnetic frames are lightweight and easy to update.
Or you can hang some string and use old fashioned clothes pegs to attach the children’s artwork.
Washi tape can be used to decorate your diary, bullet journal, gift wrapping, scrapbooks, photos, books, calendars, cards, visual panels, vases, and hanging art. Repositioned without leaving any residue and will not damage your paper.
No tools, no drills, no wall damage. Each magnetic frame features a full self-adhesive backing. Simply peel and stick the holder to any smooth, flat surface—including drywall, glass, windows, metal doors, wood cabinets, or refrigerators.
Repurposed Materials for Creative Frames
Old frames, cardboard, or folders can be reused as art displays. Repurposing materials keeps costs low and encourages creativity.
DIY Art Frames for a Flexible Display
DIY children’s art frames make it easy to showcase creativity without overspending.
Simple materials help create flexible displays that grow with your child.