Branding Iron

This shadow box of sorts was created as a special way to store and display an old branding iron. The iron is hung on hook over a leather background and surrounded by a frame that has an iron-like texture and color. Before hanging the branding iron, we heated it and branded the leather with with its unique insignia. There is no glazing over this piece so that the customer can remove the branding iron at any time. 

Branding Iron (detail)

Two rustic, iron-textured mouldings were used (one turned sideways) to create the depth of this frame. 

Sarcophagus 3D Display

We didn't want to hide any detail of this ceramic sarcophagus, so we created a custom 3D display case for it using a plexi-box, frame, fillet, and gold mat. A very elegant and monumental display for a piece that is very valuable to the customer.

Sarcophagus Frame (detail)

We love to use frames in unique and unexpected ways. This one has been turned sideways, paired with a gold patterned fillet, and cut to create a pyramidal base for the sarcophagus. 

Multi-opening shadowbox

This shadow box incorporated multiple mats to create a colorful and playful display of this collection of memorabilia. The depth of the shadow box allowed for a stripe of yellow all around to break up the red.   

Railroad spike and photo combined

This piece was framed for local photographer Neil Corman. The old railroad spike was collected during the recent Tennyson St. excavation and Neil wanted to pair it with a photo he took of the unearthed railroad. We chose a frame that was deep enough to accomodate an inset box for the spike. 

Railroad spike shadow box (detail)

The railroad spike is inconspicuously held in place with mylar strips. We put a layer of dirt on the base of the box and covered the opening with museum quality plexi so that any further decay and dust from the old spike would go unnoticed. 

Shadow Box framing of sharks jaws

Both sharks jaws were framed with mylar strips to hold them in place, completly reversible.  The larger one kept flaking so we added the sand to the bottom of the shadow box to disguise this.  I love the result.

Shadow Box framing for a small collectible polar bear claw.

Lauren created this small shadowbox with multple layers of mat board cut in the pattern of a bears paw print to give the base of the claw more space.  We added museum glass and a lovely deep frame from Larson Juhl.  The customer loved the results.

Paper Puppet Shadow Box Frame

A perfect example of framing a collectible using mylar strips with no adhesive.  Framing any type of collectible object with a little bit creativity can make it 100% reversible which is our goal in framing.

Ppaper Puppet Shadow Box (side view) detail

We used a fillet turned on its side as a decorative spacer in this shadow box. 

Miniatures under plexi

This was a silly gag gift for someone turning 50. 

Fly fisherman's shadow box

A tiny delicate object attached with the fish hook through the mat.  We used about 8 layers of mat to create a small enclosure for the object and keep the glass floating above it.

Metro Frame Works two sided framing for antiquities. (front)

Framing of a collectible coin showing both the front and the back.  

Metro Frame Works two sided framing for antiquities. (back)

Paying homage to a friend

Acrylic Shadow Box Frame

A child's paper machete piece mounted to a matboard and framed with a custom plexiglass box.  A great option for super tall things, or something that needs visibility from all sides. 

Acrylic Shadow Box for Jewelry

A small piece of art (a kotex napkin made into a beautiful bracelet) framed with a plexiglass box for full visibility.

Peaceblaster's Shadow Box

This was a tough project because there was just so much stuff.  I loved the addition of the dolls, squash blossom and squish face.

Framing medals and awards.

Tribute to a Fire Captain.  Brandi hand wrapped the top fabric mat with custom corners to add some dimension to the shadow box.