Stacy R
Evanston, IL
I took several awkward sized photos in for framing and I was amazed at the quality and price that Sandy (the owner) quoted. The quality of the work was excellent, the assortment of frame options was fantastic and she was wonderful to work with. I had 4 items to frame and they were beautifully done in about a week. There is a location close to me but I was so happy with Sandy's work, I will be bringing more projects to her.
So wonderful to find a place that really is the best. Thank you Sandy!!
Artlover 1.
Evanston, IL
discovered this location here on Yelp
and have not only patronized this store often, but have referred clients and friends. Are there other Great Frame Up locations closer to me? Yep, two. But, I must say, Sandy is the best.
Patient, lightening fast delivery, artist friendly, fair pricing, all in a tidy shop that always delivers with current equipment, endless choices and exceptional quality. Her commitment to her clients and hard work shines through in her welcoming space; she's got the right stuff indeed. Years of experience and creativity show in her resourcefulness and design for each individual piece. She is accommodating to all framing requests, however, to the reviewer seeking hardware, Sandy is not The Home Depot as she ensures stable and complete framing solutions with full responsibility to all of her clients.
Thx again, Sandy! Brava! Highly recommended!
Jeff D
Chicago, IL
5 Stars
Sandy is an amazing individual to work with. She's patient and truly cares about your item. She offers fair pricing on the items she does and the work she provides is excellent! This business and Sandy are highly recommended.
Connie W
Glenview, IL
5 Stars
We recently repainted our family room and removed all our custom framed family photos from the walls, I did not want to remove the photos and dispose of the frames and glass. I contacted The Great Frame Up in Niles, a vendor who I have used since the 1980's. The owner was willing to remove my photos, recycle the glass and donate the frames. At the same time I had the owner help me matt and frame a favorite print of mine. Thank you for your suggestions and quality workmanship, I love it! Custom framing can be expensive but it is worth it for me as I have enjoyed my prints and family photos for over 30 years.
Ashley A
Des Plaines, IL
I went in to get a small painting custom framed. I had gotten a couple quotes on custom sized prints in the past at other stores like Michael's and Hobby Lobby and was expecting to pay at least $75 for the cheapest frames based on those quotes. I was surprised that for the size painting, the cheapest quote was $55 and even less with a 30% off coupon! Sandy helped me look for a few different frames. I found a great brown frame that looked weathered to fit the country-like painting of a cow I brought in. It was ready after about a week. When I picked it up, I brought in two more prints to be custom framed because the prices seem pretty good.
There are multiple framed displays with objects instead of prints that caught my eye. Really cute displays that make great gifts. So, open your imagination because Sandy can create awesome works if you have little trinkets or any small objects that you want to display in glass instead of on a shelf. One held each object between panes of glass that had depth; really cool!
They also have thousands of prints on their website & quite a few in store for sale.
I will definitely return for all my framing needs.
Richard M
Glenview, IL
5 Stars Yelp
I loved the The Great Frame Up in Niles! I needed to price out custom framing of a sports poster that was approximately 32 x 44. They did have the special type of reflective control glass I like to use, so that was good. I went in to meet the owner, Sandy, with a quote in hand from another local frame shop franchise. We picked out a wood frame that complemented the image on the poster and would go with the exposed brick wall of a new bar/restaurant, where it was going to serve as a centerpiece. Sandy beat the competition by nearly $400. My two cents worth is, no matter where you go for your custom framing, and unless you've got money to burn, I recommend you always get quotes from Sandy at The Great Frame Up in Niles to compare before you buy.
Maria B
Chicago, IL
5 Stars Yelp
I've been using their service for years. The ladies working there always approached my requests with creativity and enthusiasm. I trust their recommendations and professionalism. They also have some cool art for sale at their store. Check it out ! The attention to detail is remarkable! I had few original paintings framed there and some family photos too. They always take good care of the pieces I bring in. Trustworthy and professional!
Meg R
Chicago, IL
5 Stars
First off, I called ahead asking some questions about getting art framed. So when I came into this place on Saturday afternoon I found two female workers, one being the owner working with customers on their own projects.
There's enough room to move around and look at the pieces of the art that was already framed. I waited for my turn to work with Sandy the owner who helped me with the five pieces I brought in to have framed.
She was patient and had good suggestions on what to do with my custom art from Juli Adams that I had bought at the Renegade Craft fair many years ago. Plus another piece that I inherited from a friend that was on canvas.
She opened up two anime art pieces in tubes that my husband gave me to have framed and mounted. Sandy put them up with magnets on the board so I could see what we're working with.
The prices were very fair, and I'm really glad I didn't go to Michael's today and went to support this small female owner business.
If I was in the market to have a sentimental picture framed, I will definitely bring it here.
Excited to get my art back in 1 week. She even offered to drive over the larger piece as it might not fit in my car.
G Cordero
5 Stars
It's the only place to get my framing done in the Chicago land.