Transform your digital memories or fine art prints into gallery-ready masterpieces. Our canvas transfer and stretching services provide a classic, textured look with professional-grade tension and support, giving your art the depth and durability it deserves.
We specialize in selling blank canvases at non-traditional, odd sizes not typically found in stores. Our sizes range from medium to large, and even extra large. Whatever odd size you need, we have it! Our pre-stretched, artist grade canvases can be found in galleries, commercial properties, multi family living spaces as well as residential single family homes all over the United States.
Elevate your space with a functional piece of art. We design and build custom-sized mirrors with high-end framing options to fit any interior design scheme. Any custom size and quick turn times for those building time crunches.
Give your three-dimensional treasures a home. We specialize in custom-depth frames for sports jerseys, military honors, and family heirlooms, creating a stunning visual narrative.
Framecrafters of Houston’s gallery space creates custom made wall art for both interior designers and retail customers to purchase. Stop by our showroom to see what’s new or get inspired for your future framing projects.
We understand the unique demands of the design industry. Framecrafters of Houston partners with interior designers, corporate businesses, and home builders to deliver high-volume, high-quality framing solutions on time and on budget. From boutique hotels to luxury residential projects, we are your trusted technical partner.
For over 20 years, Framecrafters has served as Houston’s premier destination for expert picture framing. Our story is one of continuity and passion; The world of framing is constantly changing and we adapt with it. We strive to always bring you new and improved and our team is always ready for a challenge.
We work daily with photographers and designers and have seen and framed a treasure trove of creative projects. From sentimental keepsakes to vintage memorabilia, it seems the possibilities for turning cherished photos into meaningful Christmas gifts are endless. Since Christmas is right around the corner we’ve decided make a list of some creative ways you can transform the photos in your camera roll into precious gifts for either Mom, Dad, or Grandma and Grandpa.
Calendars are a classic yet versatile gift idea. One photographer we work with shared how they create annual calendars featuring 12 carefully selected photos. These can showcase family moments, pets, or even snapshots from vacations. A fun way to select photos is by going through your camera roll and selecting your favorite photo from each month. Relatives—especially grandparents—love the practicality of a calendar combined with the nostalgia of flipping to a new memory each month.
Have a collection of photos from a recent trip or family reunion? Turn them into a photo book! This unique idea came from another photographer who shared their experience making a Blurb book of a special vacation to Spain with their parents. The result? A gift filled with cherished memories that can be revisited anytime. If the thought of arranging photos feels daunting, just remember—it doesn’t have to be perfect. Focusing on the moments is what matters most.
Framed photos are simple yet impactful gifts. While you can never have too many framed photos they are certainly still ways to make them unique. We recently framed a series of candid photos a customer took of her friends during their nights out. It was a creative and quite a funny way to show the progression of the nights activities through candid shots. She gave out the framed photos to her friends as bridesmaid gifts during her Bachelorette party and it was a big and hilarious hit! As a custom framing company, We have 1000s of frame options that work well for your style, budget, and needs! Our materials are all in house so we are able to fulfill projects quickly, which works out great for customers with rush orders.
Looking for a fun and interactive project? Create an alphabet photography gift! This involves finding or capturing objects that resemble letters to spell out a name or meaningful word. While it can be time-consuming, it’s a truly one-of-a-kind and thoughtful present that recipients will treasure.
If you’re gifting someone tech-savvy, a digital photo frame is another brilliant option. One way to make this gift idea unique is to preload it with photos before gifting. That way the recipient can enjoy a rotating slideshow of memories, and it’s easy to update with new pictures over time.
Scrapbooks might feel old-school, but their charm never fades. One photographer and scrapbook enthusiast shared her tradition of creating scrapbooks for each of her grandchildren. What started out as a hobby has now become a family favorite. She includes photos, captions and little mementos for a gift that’s as much fun to make as it is to give.
If your relatives are dog lovers, you can also create a calendar featuring photos of all the “grand-pets”. It’s a fun, lighthearted gift for dog lovers that celebrates furry family members and guarantees plenty of smiles. For those who want pet related gifts that are bit more quirky, a funny tshirt for shirt with your relatives dogs on them alsmo makes a great gift!
We touched on this briefly while discussing framed prints, but for those with a collection of candid shots from events or nights out, consider gifting these photos to the people featured in them as Christmas gift. While it might catch them by surprise, the gesture is sure to bring back fond memories.
From calendars and photo books to scrapbooks and digital frames, there’s no shortage of creative ways to transform your photos into thoughtful Christmas gifts. The beauty of photo-related gifts lies in their ability to capture moments, tell stories, and connect us with loved ones. Whether you go the DIY route or opt for professional services, these ideas are sure to make your gifts stand out under the tree.
So, what will you create this year?
Picture framing is an industry that is always revolving to reflect the lastest in home and office decor trends. Well no one can predict the future, here are some insights into current picture frame trends that may continue into the future.
At framecrafters Inc. we specialize in custom picture frames that are made to fit any piece of art, canvas painting, print or photograph. Whatever you need framed, we can get it done. Contact us today for all your framing needs!
Artist canvas cotton material is a type of fabric that is commonly used by painters and artists as a surface for their artwork. It is made from cotton fibers that are woven together in a tight, durable weave, which provides a sturdy and reliable support for paints and other media.
There are different grades of cotton canvas, which are categorized by weight or thickness. A heavier weight canvas is generally considered higher quality, as it is less likely to sag or warp over time. Blank artist Canvas can also be primed or unprimed, referring to whether or not it has been coated with a layer of gesso, a white paint-like substance that provides a smooth surface for painting.
One of the main advantages of using cotton canvas for artwork is its versatility. It can be stretched onto a frame, stapled onto a board, or glued onto a panel, depending on the artist’s preference and the needs of the piece. It also comes in a variety of sizes and shapes, making it suitable for a wide range of artistic styles and formats.
Do You Have Any Canvas Artwork You Would Love To Frame?
Here at Framecrafters Inc we have frames that are capable of framing your canvas artwork. Our shadow box frames are capable of framing canvases with up to 2 in. depth. Give us a call or email us today for all your framing needs!
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