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MDF Drop Box Frame with Hearts - Style 1

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Code:  MDFDBFRAME01


MDF slimline drop box frame comes ready assembled - just decorate and off you go! Supplied with a removable perspex window so you can decorate the internal back panel of the frame as well as the frame itself.  Frame comes ready drilled with a wall hanging hole on the back, or you can decorate the stand provided and glue the frame into this to display on a shelf, bookcase or other flat surface.

Drop box frames are extremely versatile - ideal for weddings, birthdays and special occasions for friends and family to write their names or a wee message on the hearts and drop into the frame through the slot provided.  Create a beautiful piece of memorabilia to hang on a wall or mount on the stand provided.

For best results when decorating we recommend acrylic paints and mediums such as DecoArt, and for a completely unique finished piece try decoupage, cover with pretty papers or even fabric.

Laser cut from 2mm MDF, this drop box frame comes as follows:

  • External measurement approx. 11 3/4" x 11 1/4"" x 5/8" deep - 300mm x 290mm x 14mm deep
  • Frame aperture measures approx. 10 1/4" x 10 1/4" - 260mm x 260mm
  • Stand measures approx. 13 3/8" x 2" - 340mm x 50mm

Choose which size of hearts you'd like (included in the price):

  • Pack 1: 1 x MDF heart measuring approx. 2 3/8" (60mm) + 50 x MDF hearts measuring approx. 1 1/4" (33mm); OR
  • Pack 2: 1 x MDF heart measuring approx. 2 3/8" (60mm) + 36 x MDF hearts measuring approx. 1 9/16" (40mm)

Extra perspex sheets are available (additional charge applies) - if you are using vinyl cut outs, this frame is specifically designed so you can swap the perspex sheet out for another design. NOT suitable for floating frames. Please order the total number of sheets you require (i.e if you order 1 box and want to create 3 different perspex designs, make sure you order 3 sheets).  Perspex sheets come with a protective layer of film on each side - peel this off before use.

Our products are proudly manufactured in our own UK workshop. We don't use fancy packaging or branding, you just pay for the products and we hope you'll enjoy using them.  Here's more about what we use with some hints and tips:

MDF WOOD (2mm and 3mm) shapes and embellishments need little or no further enhancement if you like the vintage look. Use inks and crackle glazes to enhance this further without altering the base colour. They are also ideal for gilding, staining and painting. Larger pieces can also be stamped, collaged, crackled and more - see how it's done over at the Design Team Blog!

PLEASE NOTE:  Laser cutting will leave some sooty residue on the back of MDF pieces although we take steps to minimise this as much as possible - it can be more pronounced the smaller/more intricate the design. This is not a defect and will not affect the end use of the product as it's on the back.

Intricate designs in smaller sizes and some of the mini shapes will be much darker than other products, particularly when using 2mm MDF.  This is due to the laser process that cuts the substrate by precision burning and there is nothing we can do about this. The edges of laser cut items will also always be darker for the same reason.  It is only by laser cutting (rather than stamping or routing) that intricate designs can be made.

If you like the designs or prefer the smaller sizes but don't like the dark finish, you can lift it with colour washing, dry brushing or using diluted gesso to make the design pop.  See some project ideas on the blog!

 

BIRCH PLYWOOD (3mm) has a naturally light coloured birch wood top and bottom layer which is suitable for staining, painting, waxing or burning with a pyrography tool. All birch plywood plaques come ready sanded for your convenience - plaques over 100mm are also fine sanded.  Depending on availability, we may from time to time (but rarely) need to substitute with light birch plywood or poplar plywood - this does not significantly affect the appearance of the product and has no effect on its end use.

 

HOT OFF THE PRESS!! As our products are freshly cut to order and packed soon thereafter, you may sometimes notice a smell that is caused by the intense heat of the laser beam burning through the substrate.  All substrates contains glues or binding agents in their manufacture (particularly MDF) and the intense heat of the laser beam can create this aroma. It won't be very noticeable (if at all) on larger products such as plaques/mixed media boards etc but may be more noticeable on fiddly and/or engraved designs where the laser cutting is more concentrated.

Some people are more sensitive to the smell than others, some people say it smells a bit fishy or of burnt wood, some people enjoy the smell, some don't notice anything at all and some people dislike it. The best we can do is advise you prior to purchase that this may occur so you can make an informed choice - as this is part of the manufacturing process, it is not considered a defect in the products.  Once your order is unpacked and aired for a bit, any lingering odour should fade - if you prefer, you can also seal items with a clear sealer, such as Mod Podge, before use.

 

WE RECOMMEND: Use a good quality wood or PVA glue when using our products for best results - apply a thin coating across the back of the piece, allow to dry for a few minutes, then stick down pressing evenly.  We highly recommend DecoArt paints, mediums, glues and finishes for tried and tested results with our products.

If you've enjoyed these splendid projects, make sure you visit our Blog which is a searchable Library of Ideas! Filled with projects in every style and season, lots of step by step instructions, how to use paints and mediums as well as infinite inspiration on how to use Calico Craft Parts in your projects... 

Here's a snippet of the latest posts (click any image to see more) or go straight to the Blog Home Page

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We ship to all locations with a UK postcode.  We also ship internationally to Europe, USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.  For more information and detailed charges, CLICK HERE.

As we manufacture all our products in house, it is not possible to offer a next day service automatically through checkout.  The majority of orders are dispatched within 1 to 3 days (allow up to 5 days during the lead up to Christmas). If you require your order in a rush, please Contact Us and we'll let you know if we can accommodate.  Additional shipping charges will apply.

**Certain high weight products (such as large kits, i.e the Dalek or Steampunk Train) are restricted to UK destinations when ordering online.  If you wish to order these kits for international delivery, please contact us prior to ordering to arrange the most suitable shipping method.

Multiples of kits or mixed media boards will be sent International Economy unless you request otherwise - additional charges will apply.  Delivery times can vary according to destination, this service is often surprisingly quick, but you should allow up to 6 weeks to be safe. 


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