HOW TO REMOVE TASSEL HOLDER
Make sure you perform this installation on a clean area so the mat and your diploma will not be dirty.

1. With your finger or a standard screwdriver, bend up ALL the black flex-points (black tabs) on the back of the frame.

2. Remove the backing and the mat board

3. With your finger or a standard screwdriver, bend up ALL the black flex-points (black tabs) on the back of the frame again.

4. Completely remove the inner mat. Remove or tear the white tassel tube holders. Straighten the tassels.

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5. Place the frame and mat upright position and place mat back in the frame.

6. Push all flex-point back down to secure the matboard.