I’d like to finally share a properly framed hummingbird paint-by-number
We couldn’t find a thrifted frame/ready made frame/mat to fit (it was an off-size), so I waited until Michael’s had a 50% off framing special and took it in.
Even then, it almost didn’t happen. It turns off that 50% off is only on the frame part itself (not the mat, not the glass, not the labour) and it’s only on the fancy expensive frame options. I just about messed my pants when they told me the total price. I knew it would be expensive (I had Mom’s foxes framed and that was about $100) but I thought the coupon would make more of a difference.
But, when I was ready to say thanks, but no thanks “It’s a Paint By Number for heaven’s sake! It’s not worthy of such a frame.” Dave reminded me that I spent over a year painting it. And he’d love to see it hanging in the living room. So he told them to go ahead and put down his card and called it a Valentine’s present (we took it in a couple days before V-day).
We picked it up a few weeks later and he immediately set to work hanging it above the couch.
I still don’t know that my humble efforts are worth it – it’s not like its an original or anything. But it is nice seeing it hanging there every day.
And I’m putting away the pennies for my cross-stitch witch sampler… it’s long and narrow and there’s no way I will find a ready made frame for it. We’ll be shelling out the dollars to the framer again soon!
Wandering Cat Studio 
I’ve had things framed at Micheal’s too and I know that feeling. It’s terribly expensive but they do a nice job of it. It really makes all the difference. Dave was right. It’s a beautiful piece that will make you happy every time you see it.
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It looks lovely!
And yeah, that sizing thing…I worked as a framer for years, so I know!
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How beautiful it looks above your couch!!!! Tell Dave he can make you a frame–he is skilled enough to give it a try!!!
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It is an absolutely beautiful picture! The mat and frame you selected are perfect for the painting. I really like Dave! So glad he was with you to encourage you to make the purchase. I would smile every time I looked at the picture.
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It looks beautiful !
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So glad you had it framed because it sure is pretty!
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It looks so pretty Val and absolutely worth framing. I do know how you feel though. I had a cross stitch for Mandy framed a couple of years ago at Michaels. With the 50% coupon and it was still very close to $100. It was her Christmas gift so I bit the bullet and did it anyway. I’m glad I did. She has it hanging in her office which makes me feel good.
Your hummingbird is perfect above the couch and you can enjoy it every time you see it.
Blessings and hugs,
Betsy
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