Unique and Special Holiday Gift Ideas: Give the Gift of a Memory Captured in a Custom Picture Frame
Sweaters get outgrown. Gadgets get replaced. But the concert poster from their first date, the jersey from the championship season, or the photo of Grandma laughing in her kitchen? Those are treasures, and they deserve to be seen every single day.
This holiday season, the team at Riveting Frame & Design is here to help you turn the meaningful things tucked away in drawers, closets, and camera rolls into gifts your loved ones will treasure for decades. As a family-owned studio offering custom picture framing in Littleton, CO since 2004, we have seen just how much joy a thoughtfully framed piece can bring. Here are a few of our favorite holiday gift ideas to get you inspired!
Holiday Gift Ideas Worth Framing
1. Family Photos That Finally Leave the Phone
That perfect shot from summer vacation or the kids’ first snowfall deserves more than a lock screen. Our custom photo framing brings those moments to life with acid-free mats and Tru-Vue UV-protective glazing, so colors stay vibrant for years to come. Want to tell a bigger story? A multi-opening mat with a V-groove accent turns a handful of snapshots into a family gallery.
2. Sports Memorabilia for the Biggest Fan
The signed jersey, the game-day ticket stub, the ball from the walk-off hit. Sports memorabilia framing in a custom shadowbox gives these keepsakes the depth they deserve while protecting signatures from fading. It’s the kind of gift that gets its own spot on the wall (and its own story at every gathering)!
3. Concert Posters From the Shows They’ll Never Forget
Red Rocks, anyone? Concert poster framing preserves the music memories that made the year. A bold frame from our selection of 5,000 corner samples, paired with a crisp mat or a sleek float mount, lets the artwork rock just as loudly as the band did.
4. Little Artists’ Masterpieces
Grandparents, take note! A framed piece of your grandchild’s artwork is one of the most heartfelt gifts you can give. Bright Nielsen vivids or a playful matte color can bring out the whimsy in every crayon stroke.
5. Diplomas and Milestones
Celebrating a graduate, a new professional license, or a hard-earned certification? Diploma framing with conservation materials honors the achievement and keeps the document protected for the long haul.
6. Fine Art Prints for the Art Lover
Shopping for someone who has everything? Fine art prints, beautifully framed, make an elegant and personal gift. Visit our studio showroom to see artwork from talented local artists, then let our designers choose the perfect moulding to complement it.
7. A Custom Framed Mirror for the Home
For the newlyweds, the new homeowners, or anyone refreshing their space, a custom framed mirror is a gift that’s both beautiful and useful. Choose a hand-finished moulding that suits their style, from rustic woods to gilded classics.
8. Fashion Scarves That Deserve the Spotlight
A vintage Hermès, scarf from a trip abroad, or one that belonged to Mom. Fashion scarf framing transforms wearable art into wall art. We carefully float-mount scarves using archival methods, so the fabric is supported and the hand-rolled edges stay on full display.
Plan Ahead: Great Framing Takes Time
Frame Whisperer, YES! Chopaholic, YES! Can it be ready for Christmas Eve if you bring it in December 20th? Unfortunately, no…
Here’s why: we special order the exact length of your chosen moulding and chop it to size right here in our own production studio. Our typical timeframe for custom picture framing is 3 to 4 weeks, which allows us to give every piece the fine attention to detail and care it deserves.
To have your gifts ready for the holidays, we recommend bringing your pieces in by early to mid-November. The earlier you visit, the more relaxed your holiday season will be!
How It Works
- Schedule a complimentary consultation. Appointments are preferred, and our studio is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
- Bring your treasure. Photos, jerseys, scarves, posters, artwork, diplomas, or whatever means the most.
- Design together. Our designers will walk you through moulding, mat, mounting, and glazing options to complement the piece and the person receiving it.
- We handcraft it. Your frame is chopped, joined, and assembled in our production studio, then checked through our 5-point quality control.
- Pick up and gift! Pick-up and delivery service are also available.
Give a Gift That Lasts a Lifetime
With decades of combined experience, Riveting Frame & Design will take care of you every step of the way, from the first design idea to the moment your loved one unwraps it.
Stop by our studio showroom at 7600 S Grant St, Unit A1, in Littleton, or schedule your complimentary consultation today. You can also call us at 303-703-3900. We can’t wait to help you create something truly riveting this holiday season!
