Matures 40 Pics ✦ Safe

: To get a dark, charred effect, carefully use a grill lighter along the edges. Dampening the center of the paper with water first helps control the flame and prevents it from burning the entire sheet. Creating a 40-Picture "Mature" Collage

: You can also age the photos themselves by applying alcohol inks or distress collage mediums to make modern prints look like antique family heirlooms. How to Make Paper Look Old (4 Techniques) matures 40 pics

: After staining, you can bake the paper in an oven at 200 degrees for 5–10 minutes or use a hairdryer to dry it quickly, which often creates "warped" edges. : To get a dark, charred effect, carefully

: Arrange your 40 photos into the shape of a large "40" on a piece of heavy, aged cardstock. How to Make Paper Look Old (4 Techniques)