How To Decorate a Shadow Box

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Whether you want to commemorate a special event or just keep the dust off mementos, a shadow box is a great way to show off your treasures.

To complete this How-To you will need:

Items to display
A shadow box
Scissors
Fabric or decorative paper
Staple gun and staples
Wood or decoupage glue
Foam or wood blocks
Embellishments
A hammer
A nail or picture mount

Step 1: Choose the items you want to display

The best shadow boxes revolve around a theme, so choose items that relate to each other.

Tip: To add visual interest, pick mementos that vary in shape, size, and color.

Step 2: Buy a shadow box

Shadow boxes come in many different sizes. At your local craft store, pick a case that is both wide enough and deep enough for the memorabilia you want to display.

Tip: If you have heavy or oddly shaped items, consider a shadow box with adjustable shelves. For delicate items, a box with an acrylic pane will protect them from dust and the sun.

Step 3: Personalize the background

Many shadow boxes come with a plain wood or cork backing that you can easily remove via metal tabs, like the back of a photo frame, and personalize. Cut your paper or fabric so that it extends a couple of inches past the borders of the surface, then staple or glue it to the far side of the backing.

Step 4: Arrange your mementos

Lay the backing on a flat surface. Without attaching them, arrange the items until you've got a layout you like.

Step 5: Get three-dimensional

Add dimension by mounting some items on foam or wood blocks with wood or decoupage glue. You can find pre-cut blocks at most craft stores.

Step 6: Add flair

To complement your design, add embellishments like fabric, silk flowers, or beads to the background and frame.

Step 7: Make it permanent

Attach your mementos to the backing using staples or decoupage glue. Make sure your items are secure and the glue is dry before replacing the backing.

Tip: Depending on your display items, you may be able to stand them up along the bottom without gluing them.

Step 8: Display it

It's time to show off your creation. Hang your shadow box on the wall, or exhibit it on a shelf. Most shadow boxes include a notch on the back for a nail or picture mount.

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