Framing Guide

I’ll tell you a secret. For years and years I did not frame any of my work. It stayed in my sketchbooks or was lost on my shelves somewhere. During the pandemic I took a lot of time to decorate my apartment and really make it feel like home. I took two of my very favorite paintings and bought frames for them and got them up on my walls. And boy did I love it. Since starting this website I’m selling both original paintings and prints, and I thought I would pull together a list of my favorite frames to help you get something special on your own walls! It can be overwhelming when you initially start looking, but the great news is there are so many affordable and attractive options out there.

— Recommended Retailers

• Target, Ikea, Pottery Barn, West Elm, Blick Art Supplies, World Market

— Wooden Frames

• 4x6 (with mat), 4x6 (with mat)

• 5x7 (without mat), 5x7 (with mat), 5x7 (with mat)

• 8x10 (with mat), 8x10 (with mat)

• 11x14 (with mat)

• 16x20 (without mat), 16x20 (without mat), 16x20(without mat)

— Wooden Hangers

• 8x10, 11x14, 16x20

— Metal & Brass Frames

• 4x6

• 5x7, 5x7, 5x7

• 8x10, 8x10

— Wood Blocks (for smaller prints)

• 3 inch, 3 inch, 3 inch, 3 inch

• 4 inch

• 6 inch

• 8 inch

And of course, don’t forget your local frame shop! Often you will get a great discount plus they can answer any specific questions you may have. I hope this helps and check back since I will continue to update this list as I find new options!

Hugs,

Christie