Custom Framing Ideas for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day
Mother’s Day and Father’s Day are two of the most meaningful opportunities in the year to show appreciation for the people who raised us, supported us, and shaped who we are. Instead of defaulting to flowers or a new tie, consider a gift that’s truly personal and lasting—custom framing.
Remember: Due to the time and intricacies involved with custom framing, it’s important to plan ahead for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. Custom framing projects typically require 4-6 weeks to complete.
Why Custom Framing Makes a Meaningful Gift
Custom framing turns cherished memories and personal keepsakes into pieces of art. It’s a way to preserve sentimental items and display them beautifully. A carefully framed photo or object isn’t just a gift—it’s a heartfelt gesture that says, “This meant something to me, and I know it will mean something to you.”
Framed gifts are also a great way to celebrate a shared memory, a family milestone, or a personal achievement. It’s a gift that keeps giving every time it’s seen.
Custom Framing Ideas — What You Can Frame
The possibilities for custom framing are nearly endless, and they don’t have to be limited to photographs. Some meaningful ideas include:
- Heirloom objects like jewelry, medals, or baby shoes
- Children’s artwork or handmade cards
- Vintage family photos or photo booth strips
- Favorite recipes in a parent’s handwriting
- Concert tickets or travel memorabilia
- Sports jerseys, caps, or game-day snapshots
- Letters or postcards from a meaningful trip or time in life
These keepsakes can be beautifully preserved in custom frames or shadowboxes, offering dimension and depth to 3D items and telling a fuller story.
Custom Framing Options to Consider
At Walter Adams Framing in San Francisco, we offer a range of custom framing styles to suit every taste—from elegant and understated to bold and eclectic. Some of the popular options for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day gifts include:
- Shadowboxes for preserving three-dimensional objects like mementos, medals, or accessories
- Multi-opening mats that can display a series of related images or objects, like a timeline of childhood photos
- Float mounting to give special items—such as handwritten notes or pressed flowers—a clean, elevated look
- Mat board accents in favorite colors or meaningful tones to complement the piece
Our expert custom framers will help you choose the right materials and layout to match your vision and ensure the final piece is as unique as the person receiving it.
Photo Frames and Table Top Frames
If your timeline is tight or you’re looking for something simple yet special, we also recommend our selection of tabletop frames and photo frames. Pair a favorite snapshot with a high-quality frame for a gift that’s both quick and meaningful. These make great additions to desks, bookshelves, and bedside tables—and serve as daily reminders of cherished moments.
Plan Ahead for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day
Custom framing takes time to do well. To ensure your gift is ready in time for Mother’s Day or Father’s Day, we recommend starting the process as early as possible. Bring your ideas or your keepsakes into one of our San Francisco picture framing stores, and we’ll help you design a gift for Mother’s Day or Father’s Day that’s timeless, personal, and made to last.
For your convenience, you can email us your ready-to-print digital files and we’ll take care of the printing through our trusted partner and let you know when the prints arrive. We’ll then work with you to custom frame your prints to your specifications. We can facilitate printing on a variety of materials including paper, canvas, acrylic, wood, or aluminum. Learn more about this service here.
