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Crazy about needlepoint? After you have painstakingly stitched your way through a piece, the next step is for you to frame your work. Of course, you need to use the proper methods for framing the completed project so that all your careful needlework efforts will not go in vain. Also, placing your work into a frame ensures that it is protected from dust and dirt.Here are some things you need to remember when framing needlework: Wash your finished piece. Your finished needlework will usuall …

Antique picture frames (which are frames that are 100 years old or more) have their own unique appeal. These give one a sense of history. In turn, this sense of history, this “return to the good old days” lends its one-of-a-kind style and character to any room. In fact, they can be considered a masterpiece in themselves.The elaborate woodwork tells of artisans of old who painstakingly and expertly carved them, with the craftsmanship handed over from the previous generations. The wood is p …

Mirrors offer a fascinating combination of light, movement and energy. They can instantly add sparkle and space to a room. Mirrors can be highly effective interior-decorating tools – they can serve as the room’s focal point, provide a welcoming atmosphere to a home entrance or brighten up the room. Of course, mirrors do double duty since they allow someone to have a quick check on how they look.The Victorian Frame Company not just offers high quality picture frames. You can also choose fro …

Who says you have to frame anything for a picture frame to be decorative? Picture frames without the glazing, backing and artwork are very useful (and fabulous!) home décor options. They are versatile as well – these can be hung on the wall, placed in a shelf or ledge, or laid down on a table. You can use the frames as is or you can get your “creative crafter hat” on and decorate the frames to add more flair.Here are some empty frame decorative ideas for your home: Highlight wall décor. …

Picture frames are not just for displaying pictures, you can also highlight important and historical documents. This can be your grandpa’s discharge papers from the civil war, a handwritten diagram of the family tree (from three generations ago), your great-grandparents’ love letters, the diploma you spent a lot of sleepless nights to earn or that autographed note from your favorite celebrity.Rather than keeping these documents inside the filing cabinet, why not enjoy them by putting them …