WHY USE CUSTOM ARTWORK FRAMES

I love inexpensive frames. New ones, antique ones, painted ones, wood ones – the list goes on! Frames have always been my go-to for home décor because they are one of the easiest ways to tie a room together. There are times though when you want to display something precious – and custom artwork frames are so important! {FTC Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by JOANN but the opinions and projects are mine all mine. Also, this post contains affiliate links which means I may make a small commission on any sales at no additional cost to you}

WHY CUSTOM ARTWORK FRAMES ARE IMPORTANT

You will generally find me in the frames section at JOANN stocking up when they are having a sale…but some things are just too important for an everyday frame. I recently inherited some art pieces that hung in my dad’s office. I immediately knew custom artwork frames were the way to go.

My Dad passed away two years ago. My Mom recently gave me two projects she’d created for his office almost 50 years ago. These pieces of artwork were the background of my memories for my entire childhood! So keeping them safe and being able to display them in my home is a real gift. I couldn’t just put them in any old gallery wall frames!

Mom gave the rainbow needlepoint to Dad shortly after they got married in the early 70s. He had just taken a job as the President of CLUSA and the rainbow was the international co-op symbol. The needlepoint was already framed (with no glass). All I had to do was pick the mat and frame colors.

The four letter words cross-stitch was a store bought pattern (she added the words co-op). It couldn’t be traditionally framed because the material had been folded over at the top and bottom for dowels. The JOANN associate (Jan) recommended laying the cross-stitch on top of the mat instead (which I didn’t even know was a thing) and gently stitching it together. Wait until you see the result!

HOW TO ORDER CUSTOM ARTWORK FRAMES AT JOANN

Even during COVID restrictions bringing these in to the store to be framed was safe, personal, professional, and easy! Jan and I maintained social distancing, there was a plexiglass wall between us and Jan wore gloves. She also reminded me that when I came to pick them up I could do it curbside!

I am TERRIBLE at making choices. When you approach the JOANN custom framing counter it can seem a little intimidating due to the frame sizes and styles that they offer. If you scroll back up to the second photo in this post, you can see the different styles that they had at my JOANNs on their back wall.

Thankfully the counter is staffed by employees who know their stuff! Jan helped me pick out everything with no pressure to buy the more expensive frames. Best of all – no judgment about my choices! She listened to my vision and was super patient, and I ended up with exactly what I wanted. She even asked me if I wanted the old frames returned (no thank you)!

Custom framing services are pretty regularly on sale (they were when I placed my order) but Jan asked if I got JOANN emails and reminded me there was an additional discount in my email! You know I love a bargain on top of a bargain – thanks again Jan!

Speaking of…

To encourage you to protect and display your memories, JOANN is offering a special coupon code through April 6th, 2022! When you drop off your pieces ask the JOANN associate to apply code DJE68 for 68% OFF your custom framing order!! WOOHOO!!!

The artwork was ready in just a little over two weeks. They open the packaging in the store so you can take a look in case you have questions and they provide simple tips for hanging the frames. I know I talked the poor cashier’s ear off about how much they meant to me and how excited I was to get them home. I was SO THRILLED with how they turned out!

THE FRAMES I CHOSE!

As I mentioned before, the JOANN custom framing counter can seem a little intimidating. They have SO many amazing frame styles to choose from and have framing options ranging from modern frames, wood frames, black frames, to even gold frames (plus they all are at such an affordable price).

It’s easy to get overwhelmed, but with the help of Jan, I decided to go with a modern look and opted for white frames! This is because each piece of art that I was having framed had a unique design and a ”bright” color scheme. Due to that, I wanted the frames to be simple so the main focal point could be the ”art prints” themselves.

With all that being said, I did decide not to go with identical frames but instead chose two different frames in the same color. For me, photo displays don’t need to have matching frames for there to be a cohesive look. Personally, I think you can get a uniform look by using frames in either a similar color, style, or shape. However, this is just my little opinion.

The important thing to remember is that JOANN has tons of creative ideas when it comes to framing, that you will have no problem finding the best display for your photos or mementos!

HOW TO HANG YOUR CUSTOM FRAMED ARTWORK

Once I got them home it was so easy to grab a photo hanger and get them up quickly. JOANN attaches the hanging kit hardware to the back of the frame as part of their service!

Since JOANN did all the work, all I had to do was pick out a blank space on my wall and grab my measuring tape (since hanging frames in a straight line are not my strong suit -lol). Then, in less than five minutes, we had them up in the perfect place in our living room!

They’ve added a pop of color and some wonderful memories to what was once a blank wall space. Seeing them on the wall even encouraged me to freshen up the area around my fireplace. Who doesn’t need a little refresh these days?

If you are now looking around your house wondering what items would be best for a customized frame, my answer to you would be EVERYTHING! Here are some ideas of items that JOANN can easily create a customized frame for:

Family Photos
Family Portraits
Instagram Photos
Wall Art
Mixed Media Artwork
Flea Market Finds

Next time you’re going through your box of treasures if you find something that can be framed and displayed in your home I hope you’ll head on over to JOANN. Give yourself the gift of sharing your memories and I promise it will brighten up any room.