Shadow Box Frame Ideas - How You can Use Them

If you've ever had collectibles stored away and been unable to appreciate them then you should find out about shadow box frames. Learn how you can use shadow box frames to share your favorite mementos and decorate your home.
A shadow box frame can be an easy solution for displaying your photos and special souvenirs. Instead of keeping those souvenirs, collectibles or favorite pictures out of sight in a drawer, display them in a shadow box frame where you can keep them protected and enjoy them.

Shadow boxes are a unique way to display your mementos and capture memories of special occasions and celebrations. Whether it is a wedding, birthday, new baby, graduation or any other important event in your life, a shadow box allows you to create your own special keepsake.

Shadow box frames come in a variety of sizes, shapes and depths, able to accommodate just as wide a variety of items. Ready-made standard shadow box frames are available in square or rectangular shapes with depths from ½ inch to 1 ¾ inch and can be hung on a wall or displayed on a table. If you can’t find the size you need, shadow box frames can be custom made to your exact specifications.

With the versatility of a shadow box frame, you should be able to find the perfect way to display your treasures. You are limited only by your own imagination.

Not sure how a shadow box frame would work for you? Think of items you have tucked away that have special meaning to you. Imagine an empty shadow box frame with a foam back. Now, imagine that shadow box frame displaying…

Your Sports Memorabilia: You competed, you won, now share your pride and commemorate your competitive years with a display of your medals and ribbons. Items can be stitched or pinned to the backing.

Your Collectibles:
You can create a showcase for those special items collected during a vacation, a walk in the woods or a visit to the ocean. Push pins can be used to hold your items.

Your Special Life Events:
Did you save small items so you would always remember your honeymoon trip, special anniversary trip or your once in a lifetime vacation? Keep those memories alive by creating a personal shadow box frame to hang on your wall.

Your Favorite Pet:
This can be a nice tribute in memory of a special pet. An old collar, a small play toy and pictures to remember them.

Your Hobby:
Do you love to create but have no way to display your creations? Create a truly unique shadow box frame with items you have made yourself. Don’t tuck your hard work away. Display it for all to see.

Not only can you capture your memories, but you can create a unique way to showcase someone else’s personal achievements. Who wouldn’t appreciate a retirement gift highlighting their contribution to their chosen field or commemorating their military career?

There are so many possibilities for shadow box frames. They can be a unique and creative gift or the keeper of your special memories. Have fun expressing your unique personality in the shadow box frames you create. You are creating a memory within a memory, a keepsake to treasure.
   By Autumn Lockwood
Published: 9/12/2009
 
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