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New Year, New Beginnings New Ways to Integrate Art into your Home‐Framing Ideas for the New Year As the rush of the holidays start to ebb, one thing that many embark on is the annual ritual of clearing out the clu er of the old and making way for the new, but there are some memories that lay in wait, in storage in a cs and in boxes, that are too precious and sen mental to be thrown away. What most probably do not realize is that these memorabilia can be framed and beau fully displayed in your home, crea ng a personalized piece of art. What must be factored when considering quality custom framing is that it is an investment, and will add enhancement to the décor and aesthe c to a room, while increasing and preserving the longevity of the subject, especially if it is a sensi ve item. Objects and memories of personal significance from family members can be passed down to future genera ons to memorialize past legacies and inspire future ones. For instance, needlepoint works such as cross s tch, quilts, handmade blankets and clothes are able to be framed. Memorials can be made from photos paired with an object of significance, such as a veteran’s photo paired with a medal or a folded flag can be used to honor their service. With the u liza on of a shadow box, which is a frame with a more pronounced depth there are endless possibili es for ideas. Ceramic plates are also requested for framing, especially if they have been passed down carrying sen mental value. If so desired, and there is a preference to be able to s ll have access to an object, there is always a method of crea ng a cabinet style frame that can be opened and the item is able to be removed for dus ng and examina on. There are numerous an ques that can be framed, such as le ers, curios and vintage toys. Framed baby clothes and even boo es can be a deligh ul memory to display.
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Reviews/ Commentary/ Exhibi ons/ News/ Events, Dec.—Jan. 2015 / 2016