West Seattle businesses: Museum Quality Framing closing

We took that photo tonight after Judy forwarded us the e-mail she received about the upcoming closure of Museum Quality Framing in the Admiral District (2352 California SW). Though the sign says it’s “moving,” the e-mail announcement says the store is “closing” and invites customers to patronize a South Lake Union location after this one closes January 27th. This will leave West Seattle with at least four framing stores by our unofficial count – Artistic Framers, Northwest Art and Frame, U-Frame-It, and Wallflower Custom Framing. (P.S. Yes, the store that’s closing is the same one a car drove into last May.)

Noelle January 17, 2011 (10:23 pm)

That’s sad. A great little frame shop! Admiral will miss them.

Chris January 17, 2011 (10:40 pm)

While it is never good for a business to close…I am just as happy to see the small operations flourish, Wallflower Custom Framing is terrific. Courtney just framed two pieces for us and they look GREAT. The price was about 30% below what I was expecting to have to pay.

homesick January 18, 2011 (4:46 am)

I also hate to see businesses close, but I must say their customer service was so poor, I never went back after my first visit and I was dealing with owner…

Tony S January 18, 2011 (7:38 am)

Sorry you had a bad experience. We’ve had numerous frames done by them and were always extremely happy. To the point of recommending them to friends and family.

Bruce January 18, 2011 (11:36 am)

Don’t forget about Mel Neville and his Dunville Gallery at 9025 35th SW Ave! It’s across from Tony’s outdoor market (may Tony rest in peace). Mel has done plenty of quality framework for our family over the years.

Thomas January 18, 2011 (2:23 pm)

I’ve got to echo the plug for Wallflower Custom Framing.

We’ve had 5 separate pieces done by Courtney now and they are fantastic, quick and cheaper than expected!

annet January 18, 2011 (5:32 pm)

One more to mention. ACE of FRAMES in the Junction.
Custom framing in your home so you can look at the colors and frames with your decor.

fj January 18, 2011 (5:34 pm)

Wallflower costed less than expected? I about had a heart attack when I went in to get something priced. It was a minimum 250$ less from the 3 other quotes I got around WS.

Kayzel January 19, 2011 (7:25 pm)

Kay Rood, Framer is open by appointment in the High Point area. Over 30 years of custom picture framing experience; quality craftsmanship and personal service. Speciality in works of fine art on paper. Contact info on my web site, http://www.kayroodframer.com.

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