Antique Photo Frames
5 Things to Do with Old Photos by Robin Burton
When it comes to old family photos, sites like Exposures and Ancestry.com know just how much those images mean to you. The memories that are attached to each photo are priceless, and for those prints that are from the past (where digital cameras were not used), time can really take a toll on their condition. You can preserve your old photos in many ways. Use your scanner to load them onto your computer and edit or retouch them to create beautiful new looking prints or keep them in their tattered condition and display them proudly as part of your heritage. Below are some fun and unique ideas on how to use and display your old photos.
1. Family Trees
You can make a family tree in a variety of ways. Use the photos in the condition they are in to show the age or scan and restore them using digital software. You can find tons of great projects for creating family tree displays that include simple frame placements, collages and even murals that cover an entire wall in your home.
2. Art for Your Home
Use the old photos that you have as artwork for your home. Some of the older photos in your home would look great displayed in Antique Frames. Something as simple as a picture of the old boat dock that you used to play on as a kid can add an eclectic charm to your décor. You can even use the old photos as décor by printing them onto lampshades, throw pillows or storage boxes. Why buy décor that is printed with a meaningless scene or image? Create your own to have an item that is priceless and that you will cherish for a lifetime.
3. Collage
Make a collage of all your old photos. You can take up an entire wall or just a small space in your home to add together your favorite photos of the good ole
January 19, 2012 6:02 pm 
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