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Thanks for visiting the House to Homes Frames blog! Here you can view custom frames and make special orders. Each frame is hand crafted in a smoke-free, pet-free home and most can be placed on a table top or on a wall. I want to help you transform your house into a home with my unique frames that add a little personality to any photo! Please feel free to contact me with any questions, requests, or special orders. 

Thursday, July 30, 2009

Button, Button

Unique. One-of-a-kind. Extraordinary. This frame will definitely be the object of many conversations. It uses a neutral color palette but has splashes of bright green, red, and blue. The paper includes a brown and blue striped, a muted green paisley, a simple tan, and a bright green-all contributing a different feel. A light blue and brown checkered ribbon runs down the right side while buttons of every shape and shade cascade down the left side. A red clover assembled with embroidery floss adds the final splash of color on the lower right hand side. All of this works together to create an extraordinary frame for your incredible photo! $20+shipping and handling.

Woof

Proudly display photos of your dog in these frames! Each frame works well in the set or on it's own. Painted creme and covered in a tan/brown print, it's clear these frames are for man's best friend! Each frame is covered with a different print of paper but in the same color palette-doggy bones, doggy paws, and doggy phrases. Each frame has white ribbon with doggy prints running randomly across. At each intersection a unique brown button is placed. Clusters of dog bones embellish the outer two frames. The middle frame, instead of bones, creatively displays the word "woof" in cute buttons. These frames are sure to please any dog lover! $25+shipping and handling.



Pretty in Pink

These are bright, playful, and very girly! These frames are painted bright yellow and bright pink. The center frame displays bright pink on its face. A thick yellow ribbon lines the top and a bright pink ribbon with black flowers runs across the top of the yellow ribbon. The same pink ribbon lines the top of the outer frames whose faces are bright yellow. The themes of the watercolors are flowers and butterflies. And of course these watercolors have a splash of glitter-definitely girly, definitely fun. Perfect in any girls room. $20+shipping and handling.



Wednesday, July 29, 2009

Forever Yours 8X10

Proudly display your wedding photo in this elegant frame or give someone this frame as a gift on their perfect day! Modeled after the Forever Yours triple set, this frame embodies elegance. It uses a neutral color palette to match any wedding colors. The edges have been painted black and are distressed. The two papers used are a black paper with a beautiful cream print and a creme paper with elegant script writing. A sheer black and white polka-dot ribbon spans the top and 2 mock rings, his and hers, are tied together with a sheer black ribbon. On the bottom, rhinestones introducing "Mr. and Mrs. ....", are displayed and can be personalized with the new last name of the happy couple. The water color in this photo is not included unless requested. A perfect and very unique wedding or shower gift. $25+shipping and handling.
 

Noah's Ark

Different than all the rest, these are Noah's Ark with a darling twist! The outer frames are painted light brown and the edges are painted dark brown. Light green plaid ribbon with gold highlights line the frames and a blue button sits where the ribbon crosses. The center frame is painted the opposite colors of the outer two.  Two sticks form the roof of Noah's ark on the center frame. The feature of these frames are the water colored pictures that tell the Noah's Ark story. Noah gathers animals of every kind as a dark cloud looms in the distance in the first picture. The second picture shows Noah with many animals-a lion, an elephant, a giraffe, a snake, a crocodile, and a bunny. The final picture depicts the dove bringing an olive branch to Noah as the rainbow fills the sky. You're sure to love these! $20+shipping and handling.


Autumn Sunset

These frames are stunning! The colors, the patterns, and the materials are unique and make these frames one of a kind! A beautiful autumn-colored paper with vertical stripes covers the center frame. Raffia, threaded through imitation autumn leaves, span the top of the frame. The outer two frames are lined with a beautiful antique leaf looking paper. A rustic orange colored ribbon spans the top and a thin bright green ribbon runs down the outer edge. A bundle of leaves, bound by raffia, are found in the corner where the ribbons cross. The edges of these frames are painted rusty-orange. $25+shipping and handling. 



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Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Proud to be...

If you have pride in America or you have Texas Pride these frames are perfect for you! The first frame in this set is covered in navy and has a large star set in the lower left corner. 3 small star buttons are placed in the opposite corner and are threaded with red floss to add a splash of color. The other two frames introduce the rest of the flag displaying red and white stripes. A red, white, and blue ribbon cover the seam and add a patriotic touch. These would be a perfect gift for the proud family of a soldier or simply as a unique part of the perfect collection. $20+shipping and handling.



Thursday, July 23, 2009

Mom and Dad collection

There is no better way to tell Mom or Dad you love them than with a custom frame with an adorable photo inside! Each of these frames hold a 4X6 photo. They would be perfect for a birthday, Mother's Day,  Father's Day, or just because you love them gift! Imagine being the talk of the office with one of these on your desk! $10+shipping and handling.


I Love Mom:
This frame is covered with 3 different prints of paper - a shimmery light pink, purple, and a fun polka-dot. The edges are painted a light pink. An adorable light purple ribbon covers the paper seam at the top while a bright pink ribbon with a black flower print cover the other seams. To add a bit of color, an assortment of buttons are added. And, the best part, "I Love Mom" is displayed at the bottom in the same pink that edges the frame.



#1 Mom:
This frame is much simpler than the last but still speaks a thousand words. The edges are a soft powder blue, the same as  "#1 Mom". A soft blue paper with a very subtle print covers most of the frame. In the bottom left corner navy blue covers the frame to allow "#1 Mom" to be one of the first things seen. 3 navy blue stripes on the lower right corner ties the navy blue in and an assortment of blue buttons are added for that perfect touch!


I Love Dad:
This frame is perfect for any Daddy's girl! The edges of this frame are also a light pink, again, matching "I love Dad". The papers covering this frames were very carefully selected - a soft blue with polka dots, green with a very subtle cream print, red, and shimmery pink. A playful ribbon is added to the top and bottom and bright paisley stickers embellish the frame to finish the look. 


#1 Dad:
This adorable frame is mostly covered in a blue and green plaid paper. Navy blue paper lines the bottom with a soft blue polka dot paper creating 2 small stripes on either side of the frame. "#1 Dad" is displayed on the bottom in baby blue, the same color as the edges. This frame is perfect for a picture of a proud daddy with his #1 soccer player.

Knights and Dragons

This set of frames is adorable for the boy who dreams about Knights and dragons! These pictures are hand-painted by a true dragon lover! The colors alternate between a light green and a dark forest green. The outer frames are edged with a green/navy ribbon and the tops of all three have a runner of fun ribbon in green and different shades of blue that mimic the scales of a dragon. Green buttons are added throughout to accent and add the final detail. The feature of this set are the water colored pictures! They contain a fairy tale....the Knight in shining armor has to defeat the great dragon to rescue his beloved Princess. $20+shipping and handling. 



God's Gift

Nothing is more elegant or so versatile than black and white! Only 2 prints of paper are used to cover this frame and are ripped and alternated to add visual interest. Neutral black, white, and gray buttons are cascading from the top and are randomly placed atop a sheer black and white polka dot ribbon. At the bottom of the frame 'Family, God's gift to us' is partially handwritten and partially in rhinestones. A few more buttons surround the quote to tie the frame together. The edge is painted gray and has been stressed. This frame can be personalized with a last name instead of the family quote. Holds a 5X7 photo. $25+shipping and handling.

Forever Yours...

Inspired by a good friend who was recently married, these frames embody elegance. This set of 3 uses a neutral color palette to match any wedding colors. A black paper with a beautiful cream print cover the outer frames. A line of imitation pearls line the top and bottom of the photo openings of the outer frames. The center frame is creme colored and is elegantly decorated with cursive writing. 2 sheer black ribbons line the top and bottom of the center frame to tie the 3 frames together. On the upper black ribbon 2 mock wedding rings are tied to a silver elastic. Forever is written on the center frame to complete the wedding theme. A perfect wedding gift for the perfect couple. $25+shipping and handling.


Seeing Stars

This frame is for the star lover, little athlete, or newborn baby! It holds a 5X7 photo but photo corners have been added so a 4X6 photo may be displayed instead. 3 different papers have been ripped and torn to cover the face of this frame-a white paper with pale blue polka dots, bright blue with white circle designs, and a paper with blue and white stars. A silver star garland hangs at the top while a silver ribbon lines the bottom and 3 white star buttons threaded with blue floss are seen. 'All star' is written at the bottom but can easily be customized with a name or your favorite phrase. Baby blue edges this frame and a baby blue polka dot paper is displayed inside. Imagine this cute frame in a baby's nursery, adorable! $25+shipping and handling.

Play Ball!

These frames are so much fun and are perfect for the baseball fanatic in the family! The edges of these frames are painted a bright red to mimic the color of the threads on the baseballs. The paper covering the outer frames display an array of balls and has the same antique color effects as the paper on the center frame. The center frame has been hand stitched with red thread to look like a baseball. This frame can easily be personalized with a name, jersey number, and/or school colors, a 5X7 frame is available in this print as well. $25+shipping and handling.




The Heart Collection

There is one word to describe the frames in this collection: adorable! These frames are designed to hold a cropped 4X6 picture but photo corners have been added so you may display a wallet sized photo (horizontally). They make a perfect baby shower gift and can easily be personalized with a name! Imagine these adorable frames in a nursery. $10+shipping and handling. 


Baby Blue:
This frame was designed for a boy but could easily be used for a girl! A delicate blue paisley print paper covers the frame while navy blue edges give a bit of shadow. A thin silver ribbon spans the top and 3 blue buttons threaded with dark blue floss embellish the right side. A silky baby blue ribbon lines the bottom displaying "baby" painted in navy blue. Baby blue dots are added to the letters to tie the colors of the frame together. Groups of blue staples are added throughout to add a subtle playful look. A white paper with baby blue polka-dots sits in the inside of the frame to border a wallet sized photo. 


Powder Pink:
This frame is precious! A powder pink paper with hearts of different shades of pink cover this frame. A sheer pink ribbon is added to the bottom and centered within is a piece of white rick-rack with silver accents. A very delicate white rick-rack with flowers blooming from it lines the top of the frame. Hearts, painted the same pink as the edges, embellish the front.  A white paper with pink polka dots sits in the inside of this frame to border a wallet sized photo. This frame is perfect for a Valentine's day photo, engagement photo, photo of a little girl, or two best friends-it is very versatile! 


Surprise Baby!:
This frame was designed for the baby who's gender was a surprise! Don't wait until he or she is born, purchase this precious frame ahead of time! The striped paper that covers the frame displays pastel tones of green, orange, blue and yellow. Tiny rick-rack is woven in and out of the paper on the bottom and green buttons are arranged vertically on both sides of the frame. A pastel yellow paper with ripped edges lines the top and a very fun green ribbon displaying different baby items is placed over top. Groups of green staples are added variously to add interest. The edge of this frame are painted yellow and a pastel green paper sits in the inside of it to border a wallet sized photo. This frame can very easily be personalized. 

Born to Be Wild

These frames are absolutely wild! The different prints offer a playful twist and the red accents are very bold! All of these frames are trimmed in a light brown. Each frame is covered with a different animal print - giraffe, zebra. and leopard. The two outer frames have horizontal strips of ribbon lining the edges and vertical strips of thin red ribbon with ties of dangling beads. The center frame has a thick red ribbon across the top accented with 3 wood buttons and a small strip of the same red ribbon lines a portion of the bottom with beads displaying the phrase "born to be wild". These would be a guaranteed conversation starter! $25+shipping and handling.