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The Astonishing Cost of Framing

15/10/2011

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As my readers know, I need to frame five pieces of work from my "A Family Story" series for the gallery in Oxford, so they can test them out.  I've been giving this a lot of thought and have been wondering whether I should have them professionally framed or do it myself.  I am not afraid of using tools and I think I could do a good job making them myself.  The only concern is that this really would be a new endeavour.   But I lack a proper interior wood-cutting space.  So I'd have to do it out in the back yard.  Which isn't as problematic as it would have been in Lancashire, where it seems to never cease in delivering rain.  Of course, this option would require the purchase of equipment (which I'm ALWAYS willing to do).  Because Dave is the sole breadwinner in our house (at the moment!), I feel that I have to bring a solid case before making any larger purchases.  So today we visited a framer to get an estimate for what it would cost for them to do the job.  I was quoted just under £500.  Now, keep in mind the largest piece would measure 17" square.   Lordy!  This would be fine and well if I had confidence all of my pieces would sell.  But, I just don't.  I mean I'm really going out on a limb in this journey so far as it is. 

So here's my option: buy a plunge router/table combo so I can do the job myself.  I found one on ebay for £64.99 + £6.98 shipping.  The way I figure, I make an investment of this equipment, which is less than the cost of any individual professionally framed piece or art.  And then I'll have to buy some strips of wood - which might cost, let's say, £50.  Plus the cost of glass.  Maybe another £30 or £40.  And then my time, but let's face it, that's what I do have to spare.  So for about a total of £200 I can frame all five pieces plus have the equipment to frame more.  Maybe if all else fails I can become a bespoke framer!  All in all, a no-brainer I think.  Man, I hope this art thing pays off!
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    Erin Singleton is an artist currently living in the bucolic seaside town of Marblehead, Mass. She loves to explore her creativity in her studio and in the kitchen.  She also loves to read, watch movies, spend time with friends and enjoy the great outdoors with her husband, Dave, and their daughter, Maisie. 

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