Framing Unusual Objects

Shadowboxes are a great way to creatively frame collectibles, mementos, and memorabilia. Special unusual objects are best presented in shadowboxes as they call attention to the article and are truly original and custom made.

Here is just a few of our customers at Framewoods who have had unusual objects framed.

"I just wanted to let you know that Doug loved his violin outfit and picture in the shadow box. He was surprised and excited at how will it all looked. He knows that our children will ask lots of questions about the original violin we had framed and now his outfit and picture. Doug is very proud of his accomplishments when he was so young, and now we can share that pride and history with generations to come. thank you for helping me turn part of Doug's past into our family's history" -- Lisa Bassett

"Recently, Jan mentioned she would like to have a shadow box to display a bouquet of roses that I had given her on our 39th wedding anniversary. Over three years ago a friend had the flowers dried for us. When I contacted (Framewoods) about building something, I never dreamed it would become the beautiful piece you created. We are extremely pleased. We have it mounted in a prominent place in our living room. That you so much for making our original idea into something we will always treasure. You guys are the greatest!" -- Ed and Jan Jenkins.

"In addition to the excellent work you and your staff did framing several pieces of art for our offices, I am writing to personally thank you for the equally fine work you did mounting my Viet Nam medals. The decorations had been stored in a box since 1971, the year I returned from my second tour of duty as a helicopter pilot. But it was my wife (who was three years of age at the time!) who decided these symbols of my service in Viet Nam should be displayed in a more fitting fashion. Accordingly, as a birthday surprise to me, Kristina had Framewoods mount these memorabilia in a display that, quite honestly, does far more justice to these awards than I could have ever imagined. You and your staff obviously gave very special attention to this project. And the results are very obvious to all who have seen the display.... which is now prominently and honorably exhibited in our family room for all to see. I salute you, Gary and that you for a job well done." -- John R. Dietrick, CEO and General Counsel, Monarch Management Corp.

So look around and see what unusual objects you might have in the attic and bring them in for us to design an eye-catching memory just for you.

Framewoods of Topeka is Helping to Fight Hunger in America

Tru Vue and Framewoods of Topeka have joined forces to help fight hunger in America through the Museum Glass® Feeds America promotion.  This campaign is designed to help make a difference in the lives of the 1 in 8 Americans now struggling with hunger. 

Every time, Framewoods of Topeka offers Museum Glass to its customers through the Scratch, Give and Win promotion, Tru Vue will match the donation revealed on the redeemed scratch-off card.  The Museum Glass Feeds America promotion makes it easy for framers and consumers to collectively make a difference. 

By participating in the Museum Glass Feeds America promotion, custom picture framers and their customers will help generate up to $25,000 in donations to Feeding America (www.feedingamerica.org), the nation’s largest domestic hunger-relief charity that secures food and funding for local food banks in every state.  This equates to 175,000 meals to individuals and families in need.

To learn more about how you can help, bring in an item to be custom framed at Framewoods of Topeka or visit our website at www.framewoods.com.

And watch this short about Tru Vue Museum Glass® and their Feeds America promotion.

Use Art & Framing for Your Room Makeovers

The square footage of the average American home is 2,500 square feet. Of all the space in that home, the wall space is usually the most neglected.

So why not spruce up your home with some beautiful art and framing? It offers one of the most economical ways to give your living space a new look and will dramatically change the overall feel of your entire home.

Start by choosing a room that has a lot of empty wall space. Then call us—the room makeover experts. Let us add artwork and family photos using just the right matting and frame designs. We can provide framed wall decor that will fit with your furnishings perfectly and will enhance any room. We’ll produce all the elements you need to create an appealing balance that will make your home enjoyable to look at and to live in.

We are happy to make house calls and help you choose just the right art from our wide selection or reframe art you already enjoy. We will bring framing and matting samples so you can see firsthand how they will look in the rooms you want to liven up. We can also frame your own family photos or heirlooms for a hallway, den, living room, or bedroom, making them part of your everyday lives.

Let your eyes spend your hours at home looking at beautifully framed art instead of blank walls.

Whether your decor is traditional or contemporary, we can help you achieve a whole new look with custom framing. To learn more about what we have to offer go to www.Framewoods.com

Trio of paintings works as a unit
Three impresive Jamali paintings dominate the condo's living room.
United by artist, subject matter and frame style, the trio of paintings functions as a single, dramatic focal point in the large space. The colors also reflect those in the room's furnishings.

(RICARDO RAMIREZ BUXEDA/ORLANDO SENTINEL / October 14, 2009)

 Photo from:
Condo decor makeover: Artwork a key element in decorating plan - South Florida Sun-Sentinel.com

Now Available: Certified Forest Friendly Frames and Matboards

www.framewoods.com We are committed to taking steps each day to ensure we are making a difference in protecting the future of our natural resources. As part of that commitment, we are proud to now offer certified forest friendly Larson-Juhl frames and matboards. The Biltmore and Sorrento frame collections are both PEFC certified. PEFC is the world’s largest forest certification organization promoting sustainable forest management. This important third-party certification provides you with confidence that you are purchasing forest friendly frames and demonstrates our commitment to responsible forest harvesting. ARTIQUE FSC CERTIFIED MATBOARD We also carry FSC certified Artique Matboards. The presence of the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) logo certifies that the materials used to produce the product were sourced responsibly. Every entity that touches the product – from the logger to the distributor – must be FSC certified. The Rainforest Alliance works with the FSC to ensure that products do not negatively impact indigenous populations, come from conservation areas, come from genetically modified trees and are not illegally harvested. For more information, visit www.fsc.org.

Do you have a budding Picasso?

Come in and see the framing possibilities for your child’s beautiful artwork. We can take your child’s piece of art and turn it into a museum quality presentation piece. You will have a truly one-of-a-kind memory. We will show you how to choose a frame that relates to the color and size of the art. Mats will be chosen that blend with the background and bring the colors out. And conservation glass will protect the artwork for years to come. Adding a fillet, stacking moulding, and layering mats can all create perspectives that will enhance the artwork. And for those three-dimensional creations, we recommend shadowboxes.

Here is an example from one of our customers:

"For many years, I saved a couple of pieces of art my daughter, Clare, created when she was a young child, intending to "get them framed" and hang them in our home. New to the area, I had no idea where to have these special pieces completed. I visited Framewoods of Topeka to purchase a present for a friend, and was pleasantly surprised at how friendly and accomodating the staff were. I knew this was the place to have Clare's pictures framed. When I brought the pictures by, I never felt rushed or hurried. They were ther to help me, advise me and to complete what my daughter had started years ago they listened to what I said and I now have two lovely, colorful pieces of art that I will treasure forever. A huge thanks to the staff of Framewoods for the loving care they game my "treasures" and for the love and kindness they showed me!!!" -- Laura Richardson (pictured)

Children’s art provides endless possibilities. We can help you frame the art for your child’s room or for your living room or family room. Anything goes. Incorporating the design elements and colors of the art to coordinate with the room it will be displayed in is our specialty. Boost your child’s self esteem and, at the same time, have a beautiful memory of a special project. Make this an educational experience as well. Bring your children with you and we will show your family how we can turn their art into a real masterpiece for all to see in your home.