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FRAMING SCARVES & TEXTILES AT EXCELLENT FRAMEWORKS
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s a custom framer for over 20 years, one of my personal favourite items to frame are scarves. The first scarf I framed was an Hermès scarf, and was a beautiful silk pattern almost three feet by three feet unframed. Of course I fell in love with it, and now keep an eye out for more of these collectible fashion statements to add to our gallery offerings. Scarves are undeniably a great addition to a wardrobe, and Hermès scarves are timeless, holding their value easily. If you do not wear your scarf, then frame it! This will not only give you a unique piece of art for your home, but it will also utilize an item that may sit in its small orange box, tucked away in these covid times. Recently I custom framed a scarf produced by Lambert Bags. “The OLA scarf is the result of a collaboration by women, for women, 100% developed and produced in Quebec, in Montreal. The high-quality scarf stands out
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with its original and unique design. The work highlights a woman in all her complexity, splendor, and uniqueness. It is a creation by Ola Volo, a remarkably talented Canadian artist. Lambert is proud to support Maison Passages, a place of healing for women in need.” (from Lambert Bags website) To keep the ball rolling, Excellent Frameworks will be donating partial proceeds of the sale of this framed piece to a local women’s shelter. (see image top left). Textiles can also be a part of your home. Batik artworks, sports jersey, cross-stitch, embroidery, memorabilia clothing pieces, or needlework pieces can all be framed in order to preserve it. Custom framing a textile correctly is an art, but the science also means it must also be framed with preservation in mind. We create beautiful designs using museum quality conservation techniques and material. EJ Hughes Gallery & Excellent Frameworks 115 Kenneth St., Downtown Duncan 250-746-7112 Excellentframeworks.ca Written by Suzan Kostiuck
