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Canvas Stretching: A Step-By-Step Guide
With the renewed popularity of canvas artworks, it's a good time to make sure you are properly stretching and framing them. This special two-part series covers all the bases.
 
The Hot List
The Color Marketing Group reveals the top colors for 2009 and beyond. Plus, see examples of how custom-framed art is fitting into contemporary decor schemes.
 
They Work Hard for the Money
Instead of cutting corners in a tough economy, custom framers are giving their customers more value for their money.
 
"Wow! That's Expensive."
Chances are, you've encountered price-quote shock at some point from your customers. If you're at a loss for how to conquer it, try these strategies.
 
You've Got a Web site. Now What?
This special series delivers advice on how to take your online presence from dull to dynamite.
 
Pricing for Profit
DECOR highlights a year's worth of pricing and sales statistics from 250 U.S. frameshops.
 
Robservations: When the Going Gets Tough, Try a New Plan of Attack
 
Parker's Perspective: Think Before You Build
 
Fred Frames: The "Frame" That Ruth Built
 
David's Discussion: Silicone: Good for Preservation?
 
Art Watch
Chris Galligan's unique breed of artistic "whomism" is keeping him out of the dog house and in the favor of art- and animal-lovers alike.
 
One-Stop Shop
Check out the latest-and-greatest art-and-framing materials for your business in this comprehenseive guide.
 
Showcase
Check out today's top images from art publishers and independent artists.
 
Retailer Focus
Through a good deed, High Desert Gallery co-owner Myrna Dow spreads the word about the possibilities of custom framing.
 
Newsmakers
Stay in the know with this report on the latest happenings in the art-and-framing industry.
 
Frame of the Month
Who knew that framing one's own things would lead to increased profit? Joyce Fundak used her own special items to get customers excited about creative framing options.
 
Product Spotlight
Z-Hardware spotlights Z-Luxe Metals, a top product for finishes, touch-ups, leafing and more.
 
Show News
Find out all the details about this year's new-and-improved DECOR Expo Atlanta.
 













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