So when I shared the dressing room reveal, I told you I would be talking a little more about the beautiful bamboo frames for my Leigh Viner prints that I got so long ago.
You may remember that they were originally framed in some inexpensive John Lewis’ numbers that I’d spray painted gold. I always felt the original frames really didn’t do these stunning illustrations justice and they really warranted something a little more… I dunno. Special perhaps.
So when Eframe.co.uk got in touch with me a couple of months ago to see if I would be open to reviewing their frames here on Swoon Worthy, I naturally agreed. In fact, they provided 3 frames to me but let’s talk about these two first.
Now, let me start by saying the frames come in looking like this.
Which, being rather ignorant, I panicked thinking, ‘Oh my god I didn’t order blue mats!!’ Erm…no, Kimberly, they are not blue, you div. They are covered with a transparent blue film.
Panic over.
Once the prints were all framed up, they looked rather lovely. We went from this…
To this…
So much better, no? I love the gold bamboo frame which works really well with the Chinoiserie-style wallpaper in here and I am absolutely in love with the option for a metallic gold bottom mat. I haven’t seen this before on other framing sites and for me, it’s a big reason I’d order again. It really lifts the look of the print so beautifully.
Now, ordering is very straight forward and your options truly are endless. You simply choose the ‘custom frames’ option and then you can either browse the options available or choose ‘design your own’ and ‘frame and mount’ which is what I did.
You can start by uploading a picture of your print. This is brilliant for allowing you to easily see whether the frame and mount you choose will work well with your artwork. You then enter the size of the aperture based upon how much of the print you want to see (so if you want to show the whole print, just take 10 mm off the finished height and width so you have a 5mm overlap on each side). You can then choose the thickness and style of the mount you want (either single mount or double mount) and the colours of each. There are literally a myriad of options available for frames at different price points and choosing each option will reflect the change in price at the top of your page. For this look, I chose the ‘Ice White’ top core mount with a ‘Metallic Gold’ bottom core mount.
Shipping was quick and painless and the finished quality is very good – the frames feel heavy and well made. They come with hanging hardware as well but there are all manner of extras available as well as different glazing options on the site so have a look around to see what suits your print best.
Here is the one in the dining room… I purchased this print recently from Sarah & Bendrix and the frame was the perfect finish for the gold foil lettering.
While I still have plenty of inexpensive frames in my home, I’m starting to see how ordering a custom frame for a print really does elevate the look and feel of your artwork.
I’ve already got my eye on a few more prints (you can never have enough art, can you?) and am happy to recommend Eframe.co.uk to you if you have a special print that really deserves a beautifully crafted frame.
I received my frames free for my review ofΒ Eframe.co.uk but all images, opinions and words are as always, my own. Thanks for supporting the brands that support Swoon Worthy.
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Omg…I am literally freaking out!….I absolutely am gushing over the prints. Where did you get the two lady prints?
Sorry, it is early over here in the US….I read where you ordered it from….I absolutely have to buy a couple. Thanks for sharing. I love the non- art but if you are ever trying to diy those baby's you can check out my blog at http://www.domicile37.com….I actually DIYed a couple of them on a whim…it was very easy.
Hahaha! No problem, Leigh Viner is on Etsy as well, have a search for her :) I shall have a look! You are always so clever ;) xxx
would never have thought of bamboo frames, love!
Thanks Grace! They are rather pretty, no? ;) xx
Wow, those bamboo frames with the fancy mounts really do make all the difference to those beautiful prints – really sets them apart! I also would never have thought of bamboo frames – and never would have guessed how glamorous they could look. That site sounds excellent I will check it out.<br />Well, talking of frames – that Gavin Harrison card/print arrived today (very excited!), I'l need
Oooh glad to hear you got it! If you do order from Eframe, make sure you let them know I sent you ;) xxx
Hi – just to let you know, I've linked up to you in a blog post: http://dinkidots.blogspot.co.uk/2014/09/the-old-with-new.html<br />Maria x
Wow! Absolutely gorgeous frames! LOVE the bamboo, which in theory sounds like it would look far too dated, but it definitely works. Bought some original artwork of Ebay a while ago, which I've yet to frame. Will definitely check these guys out. Do you know if they operate a referral scheme?
Thanks Valerie! I don't know if they do – I have asked my contact there the question – when I hear back I will let you know :) x
I agree those frames make the prints even better, and I wouldn't have thought that was possible, I now know what I'm going to spend my birthday money on, thanks Kimberly xxx
Those frames really make your prints pop so much more. Double matt pop. Damn, that shit is like double collar popped. But in all seriousness, those frames are beautiful and so professionally done. I am envious of your newly framed pieces. It really does give them a beautiful boost. A+
Thanks Kimberly for sharing this beautiful blog, those frames are looking awesome. I like the gold bamboo frame most.