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If you are a big sports fan, chances are, you will never pass up a chance to collect its memorabilia. And there are so many – pennants, balls, trading cards and of course, jersey shirts. These jerseys can be souvenirs from your Little League days or from your high school and college varsity days or a jersey that was worn and autographed by your favorite player.These shirts can be worth a lot in terms of sentimental value or in terms of literal value. Important and autographed jersey shirts …

Silver has its own classic charm and allure. Whether a frame is made with sterling silver, silver-plated metal or silver-gilt wood, these types of picture frames are a great buy. Pictures seem to take on a special gleam when it is lined with the metal’s lustrous gray.Are you thinking of getting silver picture frames? These are excellent decorative elements as well as great gifts for a variety of occasions. Sterling silver or plated silver frames come with a lacquered finish that allows you …

To matt or not to matt?Matting is another design element of picture frames. A mat is a textured and colored paperboard that is laid on the picture frame prior to laying out the picture. It works as a frame within a frame, adding an additional layer of color. It also works to separate the photograph from the glass to prevent it from sticking due to the presence of moisture. Matting is a good design strategy whether you will be using rectangular, round or oval picture frames. The matting hig …

Round picture frames are distinctive and unique. For one, they make for a great mirror frame. They can also effectively showcase your finished needlepoint projects. The question is, how well do round picture frames work with certain photos, which usually have a rectangular orientation?Admittedly, not all pictures will best be displayed using a round picture frame. But if used wisely, you can have a very attracting and eye-catching frame to display. Here are some do’s and don’ts to help you …

The home needs to have a consistent look and feel. Going for consistency in style prevents a room from feeling cluttered and disorganized. As you are planning to decorate your walls with picture frames, do so with the room’s existing design in mind. Your choice of pictures and frames should not clash with your décor. Instead, they should complement and “flow” with the rest of your design elements.One important thing is to recognize the current style of your home. It would not do to buy ant …