Step 1

Cut your 1x2's to size at a 90° miter (we added 1.75" to both the length x width of our canvas, measure from longest tip to tip)

Step 2

Using scrap wood or leftover 1x2's, cut four corner braces (6-7" length) with opposing 45° angles on each end

Step 3

Assemble the frame using wood glue and finish nails, two nails per corner (we nailed into the top and bottom pieces only)

Step 4

Attach your corner braces by aligning them flush with the back, and inserting a finish nail at an angle into each end (don't forget the wood glue!)

Step 5

Lightly sand and stain or paint the frame

Step 6

Use dark paint to cover the exposed gap of the corner brace where it connects to the frame (optional)

Step 7

Align the canvas in the center of the frame (you can use cardboard for spacers), flip it over, and nail into the back of the canvas through the corner braces (2 nails per brace)

Step 8

Attach picture hook(s) to the back of the canvas to hang on the wall