With all the pressing uncertainty and unanswered questions in the world today, why should we concern ourselves with color right now? Because color reflects our mood. By changing the color around us, we can change our mood. We need comfort and hope. We need soft, solid colors of familiarity – caring, "we are all in this together," dependable colors. We also need happy colors of optimism that promise better things to come in the year ahead.

Many companies make color predictions but this year their forecasts all have one thing in common: solid, soft neutrals paired with bold accents. The palettes are filled with comfort colors to promote a sense of calm and wellness.

Deep, bold color has a stabilizing and comforting feel. A rich color can feel like a warm hug and have a feeling of elegance and sophistication. Look for the colors in paint, window and floor treatments and cabinet coloring. We can show you how to use these new colorings with matting and framing.

Craftsmanship, comfort & durability is key for 2021. Look for furniture, fabrics, and accessories that will last, that are made with sustainable products, and that can be passed down through the generations. We have always prided ourselves on the quality of our materials and craftsmanship so you can enjoy your framing for a lifetime.

Soft minimalist design is here to stay. Organize your home with intentional, clutter-free spaces that make you feel calm. It’s about having less things, but the right things. More relaxed, casual, comfortable minimalism allows for an escape, with a feel of innocence and whimsy. You will see colors and patterns that make you smile. Now’s the time to frame a playful piece that will make you happy every time you look at it.

We’ve all spent much more time in our homes recently – plenty of time to notice how our rooms need new color! How can we use these color trends to update our homes?

Thanks to the ongoing pandemic, this holiday season will not resemble any other in recent memory. Holiday parties will most likely be limited - just a small group of close friends or family. Small gatherings can be wonderful because you can spend more quality time with the people you love…a welcome change from social distancing and quarantines.

Your holiday host has put in time and effort to make this gathering a success, and you want to show your appreciation and gratitude. Custom Framing can make a wonderful gift, so you don’t have to show up to the party empty-handed. Whether you need a host/hostess gift, or your family is doing a traditional holiday gift exchange, framing a memory is a thoughtful, personal gift idea.

A float frame is more versatile than you would imagine.
Using a float frame can be a great way to add another frame to your moulding stack, leave a visual distance between your art & frame, extend the depth of the moulding for shadowboxes, or add character to your framing. We'd be happy to show you our float frame collection!

With traditionally stretched canvases, the fabric is wrapped around shallow stretcher bars (plain wood frame) and secured to the sides. The edges are unpainted and staples are visible. The canvas is usually intended to be framed before presentation. The shallow depth ensures the canvas can fit inside normal frames.

With a gallery wrap, the fabric is wrapped all the way around the edges and secured to the backside of the stretcher bars. Edges are painted and finished; no mounting methods or staples are visible.

When using a float frame, the depth of the stretcher bars is a matter of preference, based on the look you want. Ask us about your options. Either way, when using a float frame, it is best to have the edges painted (even if it is painted black) since a little edge will show.

5925 Wedgwood Drive
Fort Worth, TX 76133
817.292.7842

www.kenscustomframes.com

Owner, Wendy A. Williamson
wendy@kenscustomframes.com

​Store Hours:
Tuesday - Friday, 8:30 am  - 5:30 pm
Saturday, 9 am - 5 pm
​Closed Sunday and Monday

Hide your keys or money:
We can build a frame that is easy to open and easy to hide small valuables

Show the record cover, but hide the record:
Frame your favorite album or CD cover, and in another attached frame, show the record disc. Best of both worlds!

Hide a door? Yes - you can hide a door!
We can frame a large piece of art and secure it to the door so it doesn't shift every time it is opened.

If you want it hidden, we can build a frame for it.

Are you working with an Interior Designer to complete the look of your home? Have them come visit us – we can implement their ideas.

What's new
We are so grateful for your continued support during these challenging times. Business has been strong and we are working hard to keep up with the demand. We are currently experiencing a delay in the shipment of some of our materials and because of this (and the shut-down), we are currently estimating a 4-6 week processing time for most orders.* If you need a quick turnaround, don't worry! We can still make that happen with our big selection of in-stock materials!** Stop by or call us at 817.292.7842 to learn more.

Staying safe
Public safety is our top priority. In accordance with regulations, all employees and visitors to the store are required to wear a mask. Social distancing is enforced and we thoroughly clean and disinfect between customers and at the end of each work day. You can feel safe shopping with us.

How you can help.
If you love what we do, please help our small business grow and tell others about us. It's the biggest compliment you can give us and it will help our business more than you can imagine. Thank you!
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*Orders are processed in the order in which they are received.
**A rush fee is required for a guaranteed turnaround time of two weeks or less.

We hope that you and your loved ones have remained healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic. For some of you, the stay-at-home order was extra time to spend with your spouse and/or children. What did you do to keep yourself and everybody else entertained? Did you put a puzzle together as a family project? Did you play board games or card games? Were you able to throw a Frisbee around in the yard? Activities like these always create great family memories.

Did you know that you can frame puzzles and games? Board games, puzzles, cards, and game pieces lend themselves very well to a framed display, especially considering most of them have eye-catching design and a flat profile. What a great way to remember a happy memory in the midst of troubled times.