GBW Posted September 10, 2010 Report Share Posted September 10, 2010 (edited) Hey all. Does anyone know where I can get a deep boxed picture frame like this in the GTA or Durham area? I have about 15 OLD lures from my father-in-laws great grandfather and want to make something nice for him (my father-in-law), thanks. Geoff Edited September 10, 2010 by GBW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fish_fishburn Posted September 10, 2010 Report Share Posted September 10, 2010 Hey Geoff you can probably find a shadow box frame in any home decor store. You might have to figure the size you will need and buy something close to that size. Just take whats in the frame out and use the frame for your lures. Most of these frames are over priced junk from China, looks like wood but its plastic. Or you can take your lures to a custom frame shop and have the real deal done with workmanship in the mounting and good quality materials used. You get what you pay for buds. If you want to do it yourself try yard sales for frames you can find some good deals there too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nipfisher Posted September 10, 2010 Report Share Posted September 10, 2010 Nice Hat. I have one of those too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted September 10, 2010 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2010 I have no problem trying to make the whole thing myself other then finding the glass. My concern is cost and time to build rather then buy. Most of the lures and BIG old pike/musky lures and the odd spoon. I'm not going to label any of it as I don't know the names on most lures and my father-in-law wouldn't care too much as he doesn't fish. But thanks for the idea! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted September 10, 2010 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2010 Nice Hat. I have one of those too. LOL, and you got it around the same week too I guess... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MillerPhoto Posted September 10, 2010 Report Share Posted September 10, 2010 Email me the size and depth/thickness of what you want, and I can do you up a quote. Chad Miller Photography & Custom Framing www.millerphoto.ca [email protected] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted September 10, 2010 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2010 (edited) Thanks Chad. I guess I better get to work on this then, LOL! *edit* what is the best wood to use for the front frame, sides and backing then? cheers. Edited September 10, 2010 by GBW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MillerPhoto Posted September 10, 2010 Report Share Posted September 10, 2010 It varies, I personally only frame using quality soild wood frames or solid aluminum frames. Everything I do is archival grade. As for the front of the frame, I have a wood stock, that looks almost like a rustic barn board. the inside I would use oak or something that doesn't have alot of knots in it. and give it a dark stain. But depends on the colors of the lures you want inside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muskieman Posted September 10, 2010 Report Share Posted September 10, 2010 I have the very same frame here in my "Man Cave"... Randy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bullybass Posted September 10, 2010 Report Share Posted September 10, 2010 You can also try a place like Michaels for shadow boxes. Just a thought... not sure if this will work for you but worth a look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiel Posted September 10, 2010 Report Share Posted September 10, 2010 You can also try a place like Michaels for shadow boxes. Just a thought... not sure if this will work for you but worth a look. I've definitely seen them in various sizes at Michaels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted September 10, 2010 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2010 Thank you all for the replies. Looks like I need to get out and do some wood shopping soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leecher Posted September 10, 2010 Report Share Posted September 10, 2010 Thank you all for the replies. Looks like I need to get out and do some wood shopping soon. Goeff, you could also make a nice plaque for those lures and use hot glue to secure them into it.... like the one I made last year for my wooden lures.... just a thought Leechman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted September 10, 2010 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2010 Goeff, you could also make a nice plaque for those lures and use hot glue to secure them into it.... like the one I made last year for my wooden lures.... just a thought Leechman Hey Jacques, can you post a pic of it again? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MSBruno Posted September 10, 2010 Report Share Posted September 10, 2010 Michaels has them. My wifey has bought several Look in your local flyer for the 50% off coupon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leecher Posted September 10, 2010 Report Share Posted September 10, 2010 Hey Jacques, can you post a pic of it again? Thanks. I'm at work and I can't access Photobucket..... As soon as I get home tonight will post it for you Jacques Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted September 10, 2010 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2010 Thank you all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leecher Posted September 12, 2010 Report Share Posted September 12, 2010 Hey Jacques, can you post a pic of it again? Thanks. Sorry Geoff for the delay..... but it wasn't my fault Here's the plaque I made, notice the markings throughout.... I drilled holes and glued little wooden pegs to hold the lures and here's the results and hung on the trophy wall Leechman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted September 12, 2010 Author Report Share Posted September 12, 2010 Thanks Jacques for the pic's. As much as I would like to do something like that I can't due to the kid factor. Well, the grand kids (like my sone) would want to pull them down to see and or use them. I guess a shadow box is the best way to go then. I will check out the craft store but if anyone knows where I can get good wood to make my own in or near Brooklin (North Whitby) please let me know as this project will start soon. Thanks. Geoff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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