Step 1Draw three1¾ inch by 2½ inchrectangles on tie.

Step 2Cut out rectangles.

Step 3Cut out a piece ofcardstock or matteboard that will fit inside tie.This willbe thebacking foryour photos.

Rectangletemplate

Step 4Add glue to the backingcenter of each window.

Step 5Center photosinside eachopening and gluein place.

Optional stepAdd trim to edgesof openingsto hide fraying.

Step 6Pin inside bottom of thetie,so photos and backingdon’t fall out.

By SAMANTHADELLINGERDaily Record/Sunday News

t seems a tie is the staple when it comes toFather’s Day gifts. Add a fun twist this yearand create a picture holder from that tie

you’re about to give. Now dad can have a pieceof wall art to hang in his office or at home.

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Suitable giftFather’s Day craftturns an ordinary giftinto a photo keepsake

What you need:• Tie• Sewing scissors• Wallet-sized photos• Craft glue• Two safety pins• Cardstock or matteboard

Optional materials:• Decorative trim