I have some large prints I need framed. Can anyone refer a local frame shop?
COMMENT 181142
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2011-06-09 06:23 AM |
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www.santabarbaraframeshop.com Ask for Dave!
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COMMENT 181148
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2011-06-09 06:55 AM |
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I've been very pleased with the work I've had done at Art Resources on Haley.
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RAYGOLD
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2011-06-09 07:13 AM |
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Give Mike a call at the Gray Cat Frame Shop in Carpinteria. He has over 30-years in the business. We have found him to be the best in Santa Barbara County. http://graycatframes.com/
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COMMENT 181174P
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2011-06-09 07:36 AM |
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We used gray cat in Carp as well for 4 large paintings my wife had done. He is an old world craftsman and can do high end to lower price frames. He can also do a great job photographing art. He's in the really neat section of artist live-work lofts in carp.
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COMMENT 181178
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2011-06-09 07:49 AM |
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Aaron Brothers. Ask for their one cent frame sale, which might end soon after running for only about 30 years.
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COMMENT 181180
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2011-06-09 07:55 AM |
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Frame on 921 de la Vina-de la Guerra Canon Perdido. Definitely local - the owner, Elaine, does the work; definitely top quality work - I haven't had any framing done there recently, but everything I had done was fine; expensive but all quality framing is.
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COMMENT 181183
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2011-06-09 08:00 AM |
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Out of the three big stores Aaron brothers is the best. We have had work done at Michael's (so so and very pricey), Craft Village (not too bad), and Aaron Brothers (super friendly and helpful staff).
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COMMENT 181188
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2011-06-09 08:13 AM |
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The Frame-Up in the Calle Real Shopping Center does beautiful work and has a wide variety of custom frames to choose from.
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COMMENT 181189
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2011-06-09 08:14 AM |
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Christi Westerhouse of the Frameworks, she's the best. Aaron Brothers is a joke. Christi is also one of the founders of First Thursday, support the local!
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COMMENT 181193
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2011-06-09 08:19 AM |
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dave at fast frames is the best for the price anywhere in town, if you want something a little more high end SBart frame co is also very good.
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COMMENT 181211
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2011-06-09 08:39 AM |
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Can't do any better than Dave at Fast Frame on State St.
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COMMENT 181240
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2011-06-09 10:08 AM |
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Another vote for Elaine at Frame (On DLV at the corner of Canon Perdido).
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CHERIDIANE
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2011-06-09 10:30 AM |
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Yep, Fast Frame on State Street near the Arlington. Excellent work and fast too.
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COMMENT 181272
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2011-06-09 11:14 AM |
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The Best and Most Generous business men in town are Dave L. at Fast Frame (1333 State Street) and Dave B. at SB Frame Shop and Gallery(1324 State Street #J) You will be thrilled with the work they do!
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COMMENT 181300
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2011-06-09 12:10 PM |
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Another strong vote for Christi at Frameworks. They are located in the El Paseo center courtyard. She has done several pieces for me over the years and they have all been excellent. Her eye for design is spectacular.
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COMMENT 181311
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2011-06-09 12:30 PM |
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Art Resources definitely does the best work in town and Matt is super accommodating.
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JAZZEE
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2011-06-09 12:40 PM |
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I appreciate the posts that describe the framing work you had done. Otherwise, the comment could be from the business trying to promote itself.
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SBBOOKWORM
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2011-06-09 02:55 PM |
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Just had something framed at Art Essentials. Very nicely done and reasonable.
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COMMENT 181522P
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2011-06-09 05:12 PM |
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I've used Michael's in Santa Maria several times over the last two years. I waited until their 60% off framing sale. They did excellent work every time and I am very satisfied. Friendly and helpful too.
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TMO
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2011-06-09 06:31 PM |
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I'm the OP. Thanks everybody, very helpful. I have lots of options now!
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MADRONA DRIVE
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2011-06-09 08:33 PM |
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I went into Dave at Fast Frame after seeing all the posts earlier today, and am thrilled with what we decided on for my 3 pieces. Another gal was picking up 4 diplomas or something like that she had framed. It's a lovely shop. He was most helpful.
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COMMENT 181685P
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2011-06-10 07:44 AM |
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Wait! One more recommendation: Parameters, off Patterson on 5350 Overpass Rd., 964-5583, has framed my photographs for art show exhibits. They frame it all, mirrors, momentos, paintings, and do it superbly. I think they're having a 20% off sale now.
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GBOB
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2011-06-10 08:21 AM |
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Fast Frame! Dave not only does an excellent job for a reasonable price, he's a generous contributor to many local non-profits, and as aboard member of the Downtown Organization, helps to look after the beauty of our town and the safety and welfare of our people. Can't say enough good things, so I'll cut it short.
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COMMENT 181705P
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2011-06-10 08:27 AM |
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Julie at Craft Essentials. She's an artist herself and has a great eye for harmony.
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COMMENT 181730
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2011-06-10 09:13 AM |
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Another vote for Parameters - he is a delightful man, and does outstanding work - a real pro.
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COMMENT 181766
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2011-06-10 10:24 AM |
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Another vote for the Frame-Up in Calle Real Center!!! They do amazing work, and the customer service is wonderful! I've used them for all sorts of unusual projects, and their creativity is fantastic!!
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COMMENT 181892
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2011-06-10 04:05 PM |
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Frameworks in El Paseo (across from El Paseo Restaurant, through the courtyard). Both Christi (owner) and Kim are both perfectionists in their materials (archival) and quality work, and have creative, tasteful ideas for presenting your work really well. They've been doing this for years and deserve the reputation they've earned.
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COMMENT 181923
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2011-06-10 06:20 PM |
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Art Essentials. Adam framed and matted close to 10 of my various prints and posters. Very reasonable prices and fast turn-around. In fact, I'll probably be heading there again myself shortly to get some more stuff framed. Good luck!
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COMMENT 181945
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2011-06-10 08:14 PM |
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If you went to "Dave" @ Fast Frame you just wasted your money. Matt @ Art Resources does the best work in town. He is a member of the Chamber of Commerce & works with non profit organizations & The Downtown Beautification Committee. And in his spare time which is rare is big brother to many homeless children. He is located @ 512 E. Haley St. Down a beautifully manicured driveway full of suculants & cactus. Any place else is a waste of time & money.
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COMMENT 203106
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2011-08-11 07:36 PM |
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Check out The frame Up in Calle Real Shopping, locally owned, great customer service and they can do large prints.
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