Thank you for purchasing your signature frame from Lisa’s Elegant Things. Please take a moment and read the information below about using your new frame. We have packed your frame carefully in a heavy-duty shipping box. If you plan on moving your frame to a wedding, reception or party location, you should consider keeping the box and bubble wrap to re-pack the frame and avoid any damage that could happen to it during transporting. To prepare your frame, first, take the back off by pulling up on the back tabs. We have used tabs that are strong but bendable. These tabs are sharp so be careful! If a tab or two falls off, do not be concerned. We have provided more than enough to hold your mat and backing in your frame. Once you have removed the backing, you will find the mat is the next layer. If you have your photo ready, you can tape it (masking tape works best) to the back of the mat making sure it is centered. The final layer is the plexi-glass. Make sure the tabs are completely bent up straight so the glass comes out easily. Once the plexi-glass is out, you should store it someplace safe. Finally, replace the mat and backing, bend the tabs to a flat position, and you’re ready for signatures! If your signature frame is for a wedding, you might consider displaying it at your rehearsal dinner first (to give those closest to you prime spots on the mat). Be sure to use the archival gel pen included with your order or another archival gel pen. Gel pens work best since they write smoothly and don’t smear or run. The archival pens do not fade with time. When your special day is over, you should carefully center and hammer the saw-tooth hanger (included with your order) into the back of the frame, THEN, replace the glass. We do not send your frame with the hanger attached so that there is no chance of you or any of your guests getting cut on it while handling. There you are! You have a beautiful photograph with your friends and families best wishes surrounding you to hang in your home! I wish you the very best and thank you again for shopping at Lisa’s Elegant Things. Lisa Owner/Founder Lisa’s Elegant Things www.lisaselegantthings.com