The plates and frames are usually sent in the same box, but separately so the plate isn't damaged. Some light assembly is required upon arrival. 1. Pull the spring hanger hooks over the edge of the plate carefully. This can be tricky. Sorry. 2. Thread the two pieces of wire through the loops at the ends of the springs. One wire for the top two. One wire for the bottom two. 3. Thread the wires through the holes in the frame. This is also a little tricky. Sorry again. Tighten the wires on the back of the frame, twist and fold down. 4. Peel off the back of the felt and apply it to the back of the frame to cover the wires. It's easiest to hold the corners diagonally to get it straight. 5. Gently straighten the plate on the front if it has moved a little. 6. A sawtooth hanger will (in most cases) be affixed on the back. Use this to hang your pieces on the wall. 7. Stand back and enjoy!