Choosing the Right Frame for Your Art is Difficult

Choosing the Right Frame for Your Art is Difficult

By Cristina Coronel

Picking the right frame for your work is difficult. All we have to do is mention the word "frame" and most artists lean towards the "do-it-yourself" approach. We don't blame them either, because most custom framers tend to overcharge for their services. What most framers don't understand is that artists, designers, and collectors work in two-dimension. Framing costs increase their bottom-line, thus affecting the way they price their work and products. Most artists agree that finding a good, local framer is an exhausting process. We're here to break that mold. We aim to work within margins in order for everyone to reap the fruits of the labor that goes into custom framing.

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Valentine's Day Gift Ideas!

Valentine's Day Gift Ideas!

By Cristina Coronel

Valentine's day gifts don't have to be boring and predictable. Spice up your Valentine's day by giving your significant other a beautiful custom frame to let them know you care. We dug up some great, creative ideas that you can bring in and let us help you customize to fit your needs.

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Holiday Ideas from I've Been Framed

Holiday Ideas from I've Been Framed

By Cristina Coronel

The holiday season is here! With so many things to do and get done before the festivities begin, let us help you make it a joyous season with these holiday frame ideas. Check out these great ideas for that perfect gift or unique design piece to make any room in your home or office pop with festive flare!

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IBF Design Tips: Mat Border Size

IBF Design Tips: Mat Border Size

By Cristina Coronel

Today most people look at mats as an opportunity to add an accent to the frame design, but originally mats were neutral in color and used to give the viewer's eye space between the art and where it's being displayed. The wider the mat's borders the easier it is to focus on the art.

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