Christmas is near and I come bearly gifts...2012
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Hi Everyone!
I have mixed feelings about the fact that my winter coat is hanging in the closet. On the one hand I'm enjoying the 'spring' like weather. Each morning, I have been passing my winter coat over to wear my fall fleece. On the other hand, I would rather have the snow falling gently to earth. There is nothing like the first snow fall to get everyone into the Christmas spirit.
(Hughie asks, "What do you mean it is TOO COLD to play outside???)
THE ANNUAL
"BEAT THE CHRISTMAS RUSH"
OFFER
If you are planning to get something framed for Christmas, this is the perfect time to come in, especially if it needs to be sent away.
Week #1: November 20th- 24th
Week #2: November 27th-December 1st
Come in during these special days and receive 10% off all custom framing.*
*Custom framing discount ONLY applies to in house full custom framing. Does not include discounts on cutting mats, glass, backings or using customer's frame. It can not be used in conjuction with other discount offers including the 5/5 Discount Offer. In order to receive this 10% discount, you must pre pay your order.
The gift of artwork makes the perfect gift for the art lover on your list. You may not want to choose the framing combination for the giftee. Take the worry out of choosing and include a gift certificate with the artwork and let your recipient pick out the frame. When you purchase your gift certificate, a narrow ‘framing’ mat and backing will be added to artwork free of charge to complete the look of the gift.
In the last couple of weeks I have had some really interesting framing projects and I wanted to share some of them with you.
This painting is by Frank Carson (1927-2007). The owner found it on an auction site and purchased it. It was my job to frame this 34" x 60" painting. It was a hard decision to choose between two frames and after it was framed, we all agreed that the white distressed wood grain moulding was the perfect one for this special artwork.
In the weeks before Remembrance Day, I get requests to frame war medals and memoriblia. This customer brought his uncle's medals, picture, plaque and beret in to be framed. This World War II veteran was 91 when he passed away. What a nice way to remember him. I often sugguest the addition of a poppy to each framed piece. It adds something special...we do remember.
As we get closer to Christmas, I get quite a few needleworks to frame. Often they are very thoughtful Christmas presents for the special person. Some customers brought their works in to be framed for themselves, so they can hang them up in their own homes to enjoy. One example was done in a single red mat with a v-groove and a black frame with wood grain edging. A beautiful and bright addition to any house.
BIG BASKET DRAW
The customers that have visited me during the year know that with every purchase you can enter your name into the Big Basket Draw on Friday, December 21st. This years basket is filled with all kinds of goodies, including a chance to win $300.00 in free framing. When you make a purchase, you get an entry for this big draw.
I will be keeping you updated on anything that you might be interested in before Christmas. If you have any questions, please give me a call or email me. I have added dates and schedule for your information.
November & December Schedule
Tuesday, November 20- Saturday, December 1 – "Beat the Christmas Rush Discount Days”
MONDAY, December 3- marks 12 years in business
Friday, December 14 – last day to place orders to receive work for Christmas
Tue-Sat: December 18-22- last minute framing using in stock frames or your own frames
Friday, December 21 - draw for the Basket Giveaway
Saturday December 22- LAST DAY to pick up Christmas projects & Big Basket.
Monday, December 24- closed but can be open for pickup appointments if necessary.
Tuesday, December 25- Christmas Day
Thursday, January 3- back to work
