A Framer’s Notes
Updates on my work making frames for the homes of the desert. Here I’ll show you new jobs I’m especially proud of and keep you up to date on what’s going on at the shop. I’ll also discuss topics relevant to framing, with some of my tips and philosophy along the way.
—Irvin Stafford
New Life for Daybreak
…For its new frame, we picked a cassetta profile that was at home around the neo-classicism Parrish is known for. As with all my frames, I joined it with dovetail keys and corner splines for very durable corners…
Grandma’s Buttons
It was a great experience to enter my first industry competition, and it led me to meet so many great and inspiring framers. “Grandma’s Buttons” tasked us with framing a collection of vintage buttons. First, I had to enter the world of the vintage button collector trade, scouring antique shops and flea markets in New York…
Corner Samples of Cap Profiles in Various Hardwoods
Here is a collection of corner samples of cap profiles I made, along with their corresponding color chip.
Marilyn in Vectors
But which fabric would be appropriate? It was decided to use a white rayon-acetate that would recall Marilyn’s famous billowing halter dress from 1955’s The Seven Year Itch…
Egyptian Papyrus Print
A recent client surprised his parents by framing something of theirs as a gift…
Viva Fiesta Grande
Linda Victoria is a local digital artist whose work focuses on Tucson’s unique culture and folklore…