8) It is now time to apply a Polyurethane Clear Gloss Varnish to the Cedar Picture Frames. Be sure to get at least one coat on the backside and on the sides to seal the cedar frame. Apply at least 2 coats to the top, visible portion of the frame. Stop work until completely dry.



9) Once dry, take you can of gloss protective enamel spray paint, and apply a coat to the barbed wire. Let dry. While you let the enamel dry, you can start working on getting your leather and finishing nails ready. You will need to cut you 1/4" or similar sized leather into 1" long pieces. ( you will need 4 pieces ) Now since the finishing nails are longer then the 1/2" wafers you cut, you will need to cut them at least half in size using your fence pliers.



10) After the enamel is dry, and you have your preparations done for the leather and finishing nails, you need to size up your photo size. Place an old photo down on the top, visible part of your cedar frame. Be sure to center the photo with your barbed wire for when it is hung. Take each piece of leather and set on each corner of the photo, barely covering every corner of the photo. Do not cover to much or little, either or will have bad consequences either making it hard to put in or easy to pop out. Once you have the leather lined where you want it, take your needle nosed pliers and place them below a finishing nail's head. Place it gently on the leather positioned where you want to drive it, then take a hammer and drive it in. Repeat until each leather piece has 2 finishing nails placed in them. After each hit, be sure to realign and check the positions of the leather and photo.



After you are satisfied with the leather placement, the Cedar Picture Frame is now ready to be hung in your home! Bring the outdoors in, and share your memories all at the same time. The beautiful golden brown, and red cedar will accent your home with a rustic western feel. This piece will definitely be a conversation starter, and you will love to brag about it, especially since you yourself built it with satisfaction. Thanks for reading, I have enjoyed making this project, and hope you will to!