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spark · Dec 14, 2004, 3:38 PM

I have some 8X10 prints I want to frame and was wondering where people buy frames. I've noticed prices at Ofoto are reasonable ($22) but you have to pay a bit much for shipping, around $7. I just want a classic black gallery style frame. Thanks.

Sam

PeterP · Dec 14, 2004, 5:03 PM

Try a look at a wally mart, they sometimes have some real good prices on standard sized frames.

eric s · Dec 14, 2004, 6:19 PM

You could try:
http://www.lightimpressionsdirect.com

I've been told that their prices are a bit high, but the quality is good. Since I don't know what "high" means, it might work for you (or be too much.)

Eric

bern888 · Dec 15, 2004, 7:57 AM

Albums Inc. here. 800-662-1000

www.albumsinc.com

perdendosi · Dec 15, 2004, 8:11 AM

I would suggest large hobby stores... around here (Missouri) that means Hobby Lobby or Michael's. They have a range of quality, including fairly inexpensive black metal frames. And often, one or both of the stores will have decent sales, even on stock, ready-madeframes.

Wildman · Dec 15, 2004, 11:15 AM

You should consider buying a mat cutter and learning to use it. Properly cut mats will make your framed photos look great. It's easy to do, but does take a little practice. I give away a lot of matted framed pictures and they are very welcome presents. I buy give-away frames at Wal-Mart

eric s · Dec 15, 2004, 10:21 PM

I second the matting comment. It isn't as much hard as requiring attention to detail. And it definitely makes the pictures look better.

Eric

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Dec 14, 2004, 3:38 PM	#1
spark Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 87	I have some 8X10 prints I want to frame and was wondering where people buy frames. I've noticed prices at Ofoto are reasonable ($22) but you have to pay a bit much for shipping, around $7. I just want a classic black gallery style frame. Thanks. Sam

Dec 14, 2004, 5:03 PM	#2
PeterP Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 3,397	Try a look at a wally mart, they sometimes have some real good prices on standard sized frames.

Dec 14, 2004, 6:19 PM	#3
eric s Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 5,803	You could try: http://www.lightimpressionsdirect.com I've been told that their prices are a bit high, but the quality is good. Since I don't know what "high" means, it might work for you (or be too much.) Eric

Dec 15, 2004, 7:57 AM	#4
bern888 Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 67	Albums Inc. here. 800-662-1000 www.albumsinc.com

Dec 15, 2004, 8:11 AM	#5
perdendosi Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 378	I would suggest large hobby stores... around here (Missouri) that means Hobby Lobby or Michael's. They have a range of quality, including fairly inexpensive black metal frames. And often, one or both of the stores will have decent sales, even on stock, ready-madeframes.

Dec 15, 2004, 11:15 AM	#6
Wildman Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 544	You should consider buying a mat cutter and learning to use it. Properly cut mats will make your framed photos look great. It's easy to do, but does take a little practice. I give away a lot of matted framed pictures and they are very welcome presents. I buy give-away frames at Wal-Mart

Dec 15, 2004, 10:21 PM	#7
eric s Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 5,803	I second the matting comment. It isn't as much hard as requiring attention to detail. And it definitely makes the pictures look better. Eric