Picture Frame x 3

[Robert Wilson]

Hi All,
I have been asked to engrave picture frame that has 3 - 8"x10" openings. The catch is I also have to make the frame. I do not generally do a lot of flat work. I have the tools but tend to do mostly lathe work. The frame needs to be able to stand on the floor or be hung on a wall. What I am looking for is plans if they exist or guidance on design and joinery if they don't.

Thanks,
Bob Wilson

[Matt Day]

Do you have a better idea as to what design, size, and edge condition you're going for? Butt joints, mitres?

[Robert Wilson]

Do you have a better idea as to what design, size, and edge condition you're going for? Butt joints, mitres?

Matt:
There are really no constraints on the design. I was thinking that there would be 4 mitered corners and 2 tenon joints for the dividers. The overall size would be about 18" by 46". This would accomodate a 4" wide area of wood aroung each frame part. I was thinking I would hinge a tiangle piece on the length of the back so that it could be either free standing or hung on the wall.

[Steve Flavin001]

even though it is one (18 x 46 cited) with stiles.... why not just one frame (horiz or vertical) with a long mat cut with three openings in the single mat. Making the overall frame as rail and stile in concept makes for easy corners.