The post is written in collaboration with Framebridge. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
One thing I’ve loved doing in recent years is having family photos taken. There was about a 5 year period where we didn’t take a family photo. Now that all of my siblings and I are married and my brother has kids, it’s nice to do this once a year and see how the family has grown and how everyone has changed.
Once the photos have been taken, the best part is having them framed as gifts. Framebridge is always my go-to when I need photos printed and framed! I’ve worked with them several times over the years (see posts here and here) and they never fail to disappoint.
This year I framed a photo for my older brother since him and his wife welcomed their second baby this year, Caleb. And my twin brother got one as well since he’s engaged and just bought a house with his fiancee. The perfect housewarming gift! See how the project turned out below.
For the frames, I shopped the Archive Collection. The Archive Collection is an exclusive collection of custom frame moldings with a high-end classic look. It draws from 19th Century Chicago architecture, so it’s great for framing pieces that carry personal historical value.
Jordan and Elizabeth got the Dover frame, and Josh and Carol got the Avalon frame.
I love how both pieces turned out and can’t wait to see my brothers faces when they open them during our family Christmas tomorrow. (FYI, this post isn’t late, I celebrated with my in-laws Christmas day and am celebrating with my family tomorrow). These photos will be something they can hang on the wall and look at as their families grow!
Do you like giving photos as Christmas presents? Have you used Framebridge before? Share with me in a comment below.
I love using Framebridge! They are seriously the best and I agree that a framed photo is the perfect gift!
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I’ve never used this service but I have a a lot of photos I need to print out for our decor update. Thanks for the rec!
I just framed my 10 year anniversary photos with framebridge!!!
I have heard about them but not used them yet. Love the gift idea.
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I haven’t had photos framed in SO LONG and really need to get on that! I have a box of pics I’ve wanted taken in for months and months and haven’t done it. I need to check them out!
I love framing photos! It’s so much fun to give as gifts, I’ve done old-fashioned photos and wedding and baby photos!
The perfect gift!! We had a canvas painting we got in Italy framed by Framebridge and it turned out beautifully!
This is such a wonderful gift idea! I love having picture frames around my house, filled with family photos. I have some from growing up – through now!
I’ll have to check out Framebridge for our spring family photos! They look like a great service!
This is such a lovely idea! I would definitely do this with my family and friends that live far away. Thank you for sharing!
Happy New Year!
XO
Candace
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I’ve never heard of Framebridge before. Need to check them out.