Light Mats or Dark Mats? Which is Better?
When we’re working with our customers to design framing, a common question is whether a light mat or a dark mat is best. Like so many things in life, it…
Tag Archive: design
Cheers to 50 Years!
The Great Frame Up isn’t the only great name in picture framing commemorating a 50th birthday this year… Our friends at Nielsen moulding are celebrating, too! Founded in 1971, Nielsen…
Home = Happy Place
Make your home your happy place! Fill your home with décor that reflects your personal style. Here are a few tips to help transition your house into a home. Create a…
Hang A Gallery Wall Like A Pro
Now is a good time to rearrange art or hang pictures that have been sitting around for a while. Hanging the perfect gallery wall is easier than you think! With…
Artwork + Mats
Adding mats to your artwork intensifies the art by adding size, color and depth to what’s being portrayed. Matting adds more impact and enhances your artwork or photo, creating extra…
Designing Framed Artwork for Your Home
Don’t know where to start searching for art for your home? Determining the proper image, size and placement of new artwork can sometimes seem intimidating. Here are some tips for…
Five Hot Home Décor Trends for 2018
Now that we’ve turned the corner into a new year, it’s time to think about new ways to freshen up your home décor. While custom picture framing will always be…
On Trend For Fall
Trends seem to change with the seasons. Well, it’s fall again, and you can be sure that there are new things in store! But don’t get too stressed out trying…
ShopForArt Staff Picks – Jaclyn S.
“New York City. I have a love for NYC. Ever since I was little, I’ve always wanted to live in Manhattan – if only I could afford to! NY has…
ShopForArt Staff Picks – Denise C.
“My favorite images bridge two different categories: Abstract and Space. Each image (from “The Universe” series by Waukesha, WI based Jennifer Rondinelli Reilly’s studio, The Vault) can be perceived and…