For this project we created our new fine textile procedure (pictured below) that ensures that the fine rug only touched the acid neutral canvas. The cashmere throw had a leather edge and using the existing sewing marks we used invisible thread to sew the item onto the canvas. This was then re-stretched so that we could use a spacer* to lift the glass away from the the throw. This was a very large rug and was an interesting challenge. https://static.wixstatic.com/media/884bd7_80632dd229204cc2899b05e24aab5db2~mv2.jpg As a picture framer that has experience in making very large frames and has many years experience in textiles. We were recommended by another firm of framers as this customer struggled to find a picture framer who was able to accommodate the project. https://static.wixstatic.com/media/884bd7_0fdfa52da9f345a0a85733a1d70cd4e0~mv2.jpg Due to the shear size of the item the customer choose to use the 4.4mm glass, which required a heavy duty frame. The glass had the added benefit of being 99.9%UV protective and had anti-reflective layers which make it virtually invisible. https://static.wixstatic.com/media/884bd7_ad3e71f612374fe0a8ebf981d8c171c9~mv2.jpg

A regular customer asked if it would be possible to frame a silk batik measuring 2.5m x 1.2m. I had to research the best method and find a suitable alternative to glass, as glass would be too heavy at the necessary thickness of 4mm. I found a supplier of 3mm UV cast acrylic, perfect for this frame and just large enough. However, the batik was trapeze-shaped rather than squared, and the stretcher bars were insufficient since I needed an extra 5-10cm clearance around the image to stitch, making the overall size too large for standard 2.4m bars. We used 2x4's to create a temporary frame for the canvas. After stretching the batik, we re-stretched and pinned it onto 6mm marine plywood covered with mountboard to protect both the canvas and the batik. To accommodate the irregular shape, we painted the visible parts of the canvas black, minimizing the noticeable discrepancy. The frame included a black and gold-leaf gilded fillet, securing the cast acrylic first. The plywood, positioned on the back of the frame, was pinned and taped as usual. Finally, we used mirror plates to secure the frame to the wall.

This silk scarf is the second one we have done for this customer. Using a similar method as the cashmere throw, we stitched the scarf onto a cotton canvas, which is naturally acid free. The canvas was then removed from the bars and re-stretched it over a marine plywood board before being framed. As requested by the customer, we used a double fillet, as the customer wanted the fillet to be visible and not hidden under the rebate of the frame. The fillet was painted the same blue shade as the frame prior to being gilded with silver leaf, solid on the top and flecked on the sides. The solid ash frame was painted dark blue, matching the darkest blue on the scarf's pattern. https://static.wixstatic.com/media/884bd7_52a50b1bbcda4f24878ffdf1064331f4~mv2.jpg https://static.wixstatic.com/media/884bd7_46935e16663f4978af2c66b4fedf7bf8~mv2.jpg

An amazing bit of movie memorabilia! This was an original customer from the "Planet of The Apes"! ​ This piece was in great condition and simply needed to placed into a frame that was deep enough to take the jacket which was very heavily padded and therefore a very thick object. In order to prevent sagging with used invisible string to sew through the existing sewing holes in order to keep this piece for posterity. https://static.wixstatic.com/media/884bd7_6354bff1eb614bd5b645b78e7b9e089a~mv2.jpg

We created a very large object frame to celebrate a fantastic day in this horse and riders career. Multiple apertures were cut into the board so that the magazine articles and photos could be added alongside the huge sash and award rosette https://static.wixstatic.com/media/884bd7_210847d7c8614bd593a139dd4edf2e40~mv2.jpg The rosettes had lovely long pleats which had to be spaced with tapestry tape. The Sash also had a rosette incorporated into it which needed sewing into the board while maintaining a natural hang from the rest of the sash.

The ceramic Poppies that were created for the Centenary commemoration of WWI where an unique challenge as being hand made they all varied in depth. They were purchased at auction by a number of different customers who all had different demands as to how they were to be memorialised in the frames. For some customers we printed photos that they took themselves of the display at the Tower of London; one required logos from Help for Heroes and others used them to remember their fallen relatives and to create a lasting remembrance for future generations of their family. https://static.wixstatic.com/media/884bd7_11129943a8e6469d923fe72e5daa7298~mv2.jpg https://static.wixstatic.com/media/884bd7_86d16114c5614a89a09f9799fb76cf69~mv2.jpg https://static.wixstatic.com/media/884bd7_f3151e580ee14cfca8d0d27a1a198e89~mv2.jpg https://static.wixstatic.com/media/884bd7_e6ea82ef536a4f9e9ed50ad71b7b4252~mv2.jpg

We have created lasting memories of some very happy occasions over the years and here are two examples of some marvellous objects from wedding ceremonies. ​In both examples we have created a hessian backing to really helps emphasis the materials of the objects and have stitched multiple objects into the 3D frames. This includes necklaces, place holders, petal pouches, entire dried bouquets and a wedding dress*! ​*Carefully trimmed to the customers specifications https://static.wixstatic.com/media/884bd7_61d716e9d23e48e3be56faf73d817e60~mv2.jpg https://static.wixstatic.com/media/884bd7_4363b6fbeae04c10a3b399565700513e~mv2.jpg

We are very blessed in Bath to have a number of high profile athletes. We therefore get to frame some amazing items from these elite sports people. ​ These items often require us to adapt our processes in order to accommodate these specialist items. E.g. extra stretchy material, adapting shapes for clothing and adding in many multiple items into the same frame. https://static.wixstatic.com/media/884bd7_c7c98e65055c4b67a16b4e22f6f4063b~mv2.jpg https://static.wixstatic.com/media/884bd7_bacc563e168844eaa353984a52e896ed~mv2.jpg

This was a beautiful piece of history, a genuine scabbard from the charge of the light brigade. ​ https://static.wixstatic.com/media/884bd7_53778b449b39405a95428ada61181cce~mv2.jpg The customer was kind enough to educate us as to the use of the two items that look like darts were in fact spike the guns of the enemy. They also informed us that these were made from gold for the officers and silver for the NCOs. After the action the guns were tallied to see if the officers or NCOs were the victors. This scabbard needed to be framed without glass. Therefore we glued and stretched some felt onto a hard board and sewed the scabbard in place with invisible string. We had to ensure that the chain and buckles all hung naturally but did not scrape across the frame.

We framed Bread!...Yes actual bread. Many years ago a customer asked us to frame bread, which was baked by their lovely neighbour who wrote each new child's name on the crust every time they had a baby. Obviously, We immediately started a conversation about managing the customers expectations about longevity. However, with this worry in mind we ran around the town acquiring silica gel to place into an old kodak film case (Yes that long ago!). We then scraped as much of the core's out from loaf as possible. Placing the crusts in a deep box placed onto of foam core plinths. This was then silicon sealed into a frame to prevent moisture from entering the box area. We were amazed when 10 years late the customer returned to add a final piece to the frame, to find that there was no mould at all inside. https://static.wixstatic.com/media/884bd7_9b7238c6afce40b0907ed3a7abee3c9f~mv2.jpg

We frame a large number of sports shirts, we do this to a presentation level display. We sew the shirt over an acid neutral mount board so that it hangs naturally and does not look over stretched. This board is also shaped to enhance the shirts natural shape. We then build a box using mount and foam board that allows us to vary the depth for each individual shirt. Into this box we sew the shirt and add a shadow mount arround the outside to throw a 3D shadow effect across the item. We feel that this is one of the best ways to show off your shirt for many years to come! This is our alternative method which uses a spacer instead of the foam built box. This can be used on thin shirts with no collar as the height is more restricted as we can only create the depth from the width of the spacer. https://static.wixstatic.com/media/884bd7_d32aee735cd54f70af74c135f0287853~mv2.jpg https://static.wixstatic.com/media/884bd7_fe723aa1f95e442b9389a22a69f81d06~mv2.jpg https://static.wixstatic.com/media/884bd7_d774cf41d2b643228afbd4e46ac8e22b~mv2.jpg

We often get collections of cigarette or other trading cards bought into us for framing. and really enjoy framing the complete sets. ​ For this we use a technique with glass back and front so that the both sides of the cards can be viewed at a later stage. ​ We use mounts back and front to lift the glass away from the cards to stop the glass for interacting with the images or words. The cards are placed in the mounts with water reversible archival tape. For those customers that will be showing off the back of their frames often and do not like the look of the above image. https://static.wixstatic.com/media/884bd7_c6bfb33215a24b8097804011dd3b3132~mv2.jpg https://static.wixstatic.com/media/884bd7_371f57f0ea8f4975af095629ce246723~mv2.jpg https://static.wixstatic.com/media/884bd7_20a3905aa731476099c6f2031fd395c9~mv2.jpg

Medal display frames are a great way to display family history and remember those that have given so much for us. ​We frame a large number of medals and usually place them on suede mount boards with apertures for a photo, a short biography and the persons name, rank and service number. Other items such as cap badges or identifying tags can easily be added. ​ We are also happy to source ribbons for medals that may have been lost or need to be replaced due to bad condition. https://static.wixstatic.com/media/884bd7_023bb45d0b2e43f88e4178f1c9a1b9df~mv2.jpg