How to Secure Heavy Items in a Shadow Box
- 1). Remove tacks or brads that hold the backboard of the shadow box in place using pliers.
- 2). Cut cotton batting to fit the dimensions of the backboard. Place the batting on the backboard.
- 3). Cut decorative fabric to the dimensions of the backboard adding an extra 2 inches to all sides. Stretch the fabric around the batting to the back of the backing board.
- 4). Secure the fabric to the back of the board using fabric glue.
- 5). Decide on the arrangement of items in the shadow box. Arrange the items to your liking.
- 6). Attach the smaller, lightweight items, such as photos, cards and fabric pieces, to the backboard using pins or tacks.
- 7). Position heavier items in the shadow box.
- 8). Secure the heavier items using your choice of adhesive. Some adhesives, such as liquid glues, foam tape, and industrial-strength epoxy, are permanent. Do not apply these adhesives until you are sure of your positioning of the mementos.
- 9). Choose removable adhesives (Velcro fasteners, hot glue gun, adhesive dots) for items that you may want to move or remove. Place the fasteners on the object to be mounted and press into place.
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Add decorative pieces of fabric, ribbon, buttons or beads to conceal glue or other adhesives. - 11
Replace the backboard using tacks or brads.
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