How to frame your prints
I’ve tested a few affordable framing options available on Amazon, to make it easier and cost-effective for you when you purchase one of my prints or artwork. I also love IKEA frames as they have beautiful and very affordable options too.
METAL FRAMES
I really like thin metal frames for a timeless, elevated look. I always recommend using mats, because it creates a buffer between the artwork and the glass. Overtime, photo prints or paintings can stick to the glass.
When installing your artwork in the frame, make sure to tape it to the mat (in the 4 corners or sides). I recommend using artist tape, which is removable and acid-free so it won’t damage the print. You can find this tape in art stores, or on Amazon (another option here).
For a 2.5×3.5in mini painting, I would recommend a 3.5×5in frame with a mat.
I’ve tested this adorable option and it look amazing! The color they call “Gold” is actually more like a bronze, and it’s my favorite.
For an 8x8in or 10×10in print, I recommend a 12x12in frame with a mat.
I love thin metal frames for an elevated, timeless feel.
Check out this frame option or this other one. Both come with a mat with a window that is 8×8in. If your print is 10×10in, you’ll need to get a separate mat that is 12×12in with a 10×10in window.
For an 8x10in print, I recommend a 11x14in frame.
You can find the perfect aluminum frame here. It comes with a mat that has an 8×10in window, perfect for your print.
For a 10×10in print, I recommend a 12x12in frame with a mat.
This is a great option which comes in several colors.
For a 12x12in print, I recommend a 16×16in or 20x20in frame with a mat for added drama.
Check out this 16×16in frame option (it comes with a mat).
WOODEN FRAMES
These are also great for prints, and especially for my cyanotypes which have a rawness to them, and earthy tones and my small block prints.
The Mikasa frame below (15x15in with a mat opening of 5x7in) is perfect for 5x7in art or my greeting cards. The mat is a very cool white, you might want to switch that for a slightly warmer white though it depends on the print you are framing.
You could go for a quirkier look with a frame that has rounded corner. Here is an example of a 4x4in frame which would be perfect for my 3x3in mini cyanotypes.
POSTER HANGERS
My top choice for posters would be this magnetic poster hanger. I love how easy these are to use! The magnets are quite powerful - be careful when installing your poster. They come in various sizes and finishes. Select the dowel width that matches the width of your poster for best results.
Another option are these pushpins / magnets. Simply push the pins into your wall, and the magnets are strong enough to hold the poster or a small prints. This look is a bit more casual than the wooden hanger.
