Lariat Picture Frame

There are several oval or round lariat picture or mirror frames out there, but I haven't seen any square or rectangle lariat frames. So, I thought I'd try to make one.

I had 4 pieces of barn wood the same length. I cut the diagonals and routed the edge for a mirror, canvas painting or photo. I glued it together and added staples with the staple gun. When dry I added nails to the corners with the brad nail gun.

Here is the square frame ready for the lariat. The frame is approximately 13 1/2" x 13 1/2" for a 6 1/2" x 6 1/2" photo.

I started at the outside corner of the frame with a full lariat (tassel end first) and nailed it with a brad nail gun.

I cut the lariat using a burn tool and nailed that end to the frame.

I continued around the frame cutting and nailing the lariat.

I glued leather strips to cover the lariat cut ends and hot glued on turquoise spots.

I added a spur rowel with a turquoise rivet to show one example of decoration.

I chose to nail on the honda and frayed the end to make a tassel to match the original one.

This Lariat Picture Frame would make a great gift. Give it a try and contact me if you need any help.