Professional Needlework Framing
needlepoint • tapestry • embroidery • needle lace • tatting
There are many different approaches to framing your precious needle art and other textiles, depending on the attributes of each piece. Although fabric such as drapes and upholstered furniture are not protected by glass, after the long hours spent creating these works of art, glazing is suggested as a means of protecting needlework from airborne pollutants such as smoke or grease, as well as curious fingers.
Glass should never come in direct contact with your needlework. Unless the glass can be separated from the needlework by a liner or mats, a spacer should always be added. We recommend conservation grade glass or high quality acrylic.
The methods and products used to frame needle art may vary depending on the type of work it is. In all cases,it will need to be mounted to or over a backing to keep it flat and straight. Sometimes padding (usually quilt batting) is used between the needle art and the board. This provides a padded look that softens the appearance and also allows knots and threads on the back side of the work to sink in rather than creating lumps visible on the front.
Counted cross-stitch is often matted prior to framing. Other types of needle art, such as needlepoint and crewel embroidery, typically are not matted due to the fact they are bulkier and could cause the mat not to sit flat. For these types of work, a fabric covered liner may be substituted for the mat.
Frames or glass covered boxes can be any color and style that best suits the work. Wider, heavier frames can work well with the heavier forms of needle art but may overpower a dainty cross-stitch.
Whatever your needs we can offer professional advice and quality framing services. Call us today to learn more.
Glass should never come in direct contact with your needlework. Unless the glass can be separated from the needlework by a liner or mats, a spacer should always be added. We recommend conservation grade glass or high quality acrylic.
The methods and products used to frame needle art may vary depending on the type of work it is. In all cases,it will need to be mounted to or over a backing to keep it flat and straight. Sometimes padding (usually quilt batting) is used between the needle art and the board. This provides a padded look that softens the appearance and also allows knots and threads on the back side of the work to sink in rather than creating lumps visible on the front.
Counted cross-stitch is often matted prior to framing. Other types of needle art, such as needlepoint and crewel embroidery, typically are not matted due to the fact they are bulkier and could cause the mat not to sit flat. For these types of work, a fabric covered liner may be substituted for the mat.
Frames or glass covered boxes can be any color and style that best suits the work. Wider, heavier frames can work well with the heavier forms of needle art but may overpower a dainty cross-stitch.
Whatever your needs we can offer professional advice and quality framing services. Call us today to learn more.
