Holiday Favorites: Personal Mementoes

One of our favorite things about framing during the holiday season are all the creative projects that come through our doors. We’re continually inspired by the thoughtful and personal items you all bring to us to celebrate life’s most important moments through the gift of framing this time of year.

Many of these projects involve personal mementoes - whether that’s a framed Chicago photo for someone moving or a special family heirloom.

Read on for a few of our favorite examples of personalized holiday gifts that only custom framing can deliver.

CHAMPAGNE CORKS

Popping the champagne after popping the question? Don’t just toss those corks out. Framing the celebratory pieces is a special way to always remember that moment - plus they are pretty to look at!

TRAVEL SOUVENIRS

If you finally crossed off that bucket list trip (ahem, Italy) in 2024, keep the wanderlust feeling alive with framed souvenirs - from vintage postcards to local art. It’s a perfect gift for your favorite travel companion.

SPORTS MEMORIBILIA

Framing the game is a favorite of ours year round, but the holidays are an ideal time to think outside the framed jersey box.

We love these two particular projects from customers. Those fantastic skate decks are attached to the front of a simple, black wood frame so they can be hung and displayed in all their glory. And a lovely watercolor painting of a college running jersey is the epitome of thoughtful gift-giving.

COLLECTIONS

The art of collecting is a special thing - whether it’s vintage stamps or old school keys - these treasured items deserve to be out of drawers and displayed prominently.

If you’re ready to get into the holiday framing spirit and cross those gift items off your list, come visit us in Lincoln Park, Highland Park or River North.