The Great Frame Up gift cards are the perfect gift for EVERYONE on your list!  Recent graduates, new homeowners, new parents, best friends… the list is endless (just like our framing options)!  Please visit us or click here for details.

The Great Frame Up :: West Des Moines

Skip to content
  • Products & Services
    • Framing Services
    • Framing For Your Business
    • Interior Designers
    • Gift Items
    • Art & Wall Décor
    • Leave a Testimonial
    • Testimonials
  • Blog
  • Coupons
  • About Our Store
    • See Our Team in Action
    • More About Our Store and Virtual Tour
    • What We Do At The Great Frame Up
    • Why Choose The Great Frame Up?
    • What’s Your Style?
  • Email Sign Up
  • Contact Us
  • Gift Cards
  • Request a Quote
  • ShopForArt

Blog

irish

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

March 17, 2019

Happy Saint Patrick’s Day!

Be sure to take lots of pictures of your little ones wearing green today!

Framed st pats little girl

Let’s have some fun and test your knowledge of St. Patrick’s Day!

Tags: Art, Artwork, Custom Framing, decor, decorating, Framing, home decor, keepsake, Memories, personalize, photos, St. Patrick's Day, St. Pats Day

Categories: Framing Ideas, Home Decor

Blog Categories

  • Color Trends
  • Framing Ideas
  • Helpful Tips
  • Home Decor
  • Uncategorized
  • What's New

Join our mailing list

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

  • Playful, odd, or humorous art lowers our guards. If something makes you smile or catches you off balance, you’re more likely to engage with it instead of analyzing it from a distance.Movements like Dadaism and Pop Art leaned into absurdity and humor specifically to challenge norms and make people rethink what counts as “serious” art. Quirkiness also reflects how people actually experience the world: messy, ironic, and sometimes ridiculous. Artists like Salvador Dalí and Yayoi Kusama use strange, playful elements not just for fun, but to express deeper ideas (dreams, obsession, identity) in ways that feel immediate rather than academic. Practically speaking, fun art is memorable. If something surprises you or makes you laugh, it sticks.
  • Diplomas and certificates represents years of hard work, dedication, and achievement. Don’t let time fade what was earned! With conservation framing and UV-filtering glass, we can protect these precious documents from sunlight, discoloration, and everyday wear. That way, they will look just as impressive decades from now as they do today. Framing isn’t just about display, it’s also about preservation. #Frame #PreserveYourStory #CustomFraming
  • ...and there are several clear reasons why he stood out as the best during his era: 1. Elite scoring dominance 2. Big-time playoff performer 3. Individual awards & recognition Guy Lafleur was “the best” because he combined elite production, championship success, individual dominance, and unforgettable style, all while playing a central role in one of the greatest teams in NHL history.
  • Framing kids’ art might seem like a small thing, but it actually does a lot for both you and the child. It strengthens emotional connection. Displaying their art in shared spaces (like the living room) tells kids they’re a valued part of the family. It can create a stronger sense of belonging. It teaches respect for creativity. Framing art signals that creativity has value. That lesson can stick with kids as they grow. It preserves memories. Children’s art captures specific moments in their development: the way they see the world, their interests, even their motor skills. Framing helps protect those pieces so they don’t get wrinkled, torn, or lost over time. Visit our site for a $50 off coupon and stop in with your personal Picasso!
  • "A Street In Venice" custom framed with @fotiouframes
  • This cross-stitch family tree has bright silk matting and delicate gold embellishments that catch the light like heirloom jewelry, adding warmth and reverence. This feels less like décor and more like legacy - something meant to be passed down, gathered around, and remembered. Some art hangs on a wall. Some art holds a family.
  • Genuine map from 1891 The stars visible to the naked eye Northern and Southern Hemispheres The Portobello Print & Map Shop, London 📍 A timeless celestial map that reminds us we’re all standing under the same sky. Framed simply and elegantly to let the universe speak for itself. ✨✨✨
  • ...love for art, love for meaningful memories, and love for the people that make our community special. And because you choose to love local… you’re our Valentine. ❤️ Thank you for trusting us with your stories, your treasures, and your walls. We’re so grateful for each and every one of you!
  • Valentine’s Day looks good on everyone 💕 Framed artwork is on sale, perfect for partners, besties, or a little self-love. Come take a peek and see what speaks to you!
  • Valentine’s Day is for all kinds of love: spouses, partners, friends, family, and even treating yourself. If you have something special you’ve been meaning to frame, our custom framers are here to help make it shine. As a little Valentine from us to you, mention this email in store and receive $50 off your new custom framing project. Stop in and let’s frame a little love, your way!
  • Happy Birthday, Martin Luther King Jr.! "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly." - Letter from Birmingham, Alabama jail, April 16, 1963. #martinlutherkingjr
  • When you come design with us, you can choose from a wide range of frame styles, colors, and materials to match your decor and enhance the visual appeal of your artwork. Guiding you through different design options is our favorite thing!
View this profile on Instagram

@thegreatframeup_wdm • Instagram photos and videos

The Great Frame UpWest Des Moines
  • Products & Services
  • Blog
  • Coupons
  • About Our Store
  • Home
  • Contact Us
  • Gift Cards
  • Franchise Opportunities
  • ShopForArt

5515 Mills Civic Parkway
Suite 150
West Des Moines, IA 50266

(515) 226-2310

© 2026 The Great Frame Up

Privacy Policy

Back to Top