I drove from Minneapolis back to this shop because no one does framing like Sandy. As a designer with over 30 years of experience I know how valuable art is to an individual and to the space it is being placed. Year after year Sandy has continued to give me the most helpful advice and care. That she is the owner and has run this business for 25 + years lets me feel completely comfortable leaving any piece with her. This last one I did was via the phone and sharing photos of what I had. She is simply the BEST! Thank you Sandy for always taking good care of my clients and of me read more

The Great Frame Up - Mt. Everest summit May 20, 2024 Ryan Rivard - Framing Near Me - Niles, Illinois

First off, I called ahead asking some questions about getting art framed. So when I came into this place on Saturday afternoon I found two female workers, one being the owner working with customers on their own projects. There's enough room to move around and look at the pieces of the art that was already framed. I waited for my turn to work with Sandy the owner who helped me with the five pieces I brought in to have framed. She was patient and had good suggestions on what to do with my custom art from Juli Adams that I had bought at the Renegade Craft fair many years ago. Plus another piece that I inherited from a friend that was on canvas. She opened up two anime art pieces in tubes that my husband gave me to have framed and mounted. Sandy put them up with magnets on the board so I could see what we're working with. The prices were very fair, and I'm really glad I didn't go to Michael's today and went to support this small female owner business. If I was in the market to have a sentimental picture framed, I will definitely bring it here. Excited to get my art back in 1 week. She even offered to drive over the larger piece as it might not fit in my car. read more

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Professional framing and quality work. A large choice of materials and great samples to show off their skills and inspiration read more

The Great Frame Up - Framed Movie posters - Framing Near Me - Niles, Illinois

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The frame I received was much smaller than the frame I ordered and paid for, and therefore, much cheaper, shabby looking, BAIT AND SWITCH U BE WARNED Do not shop read more

I've been using their service for years. The ladies working there always approached my requests with creativity and enthusiasm. I trust their recommendations and professionalism. They also have some cool art for sale at their store. Check it out ! The attention to detail is remarkable! I had few original paintings framed there and some family photos too. They always take good care of the pieces I bring in. Trustworthy and professional! read more

The Great Frame Up - Custom made frame with dinosaur toys for my daughter's second birthday. - Framing Near Me - Niles, Illinois

I went in to get a small painting custom framed. I had gotten a couple quotes on custom sized prints in the past at other stores like Michael's and Hobby Lobby and was expecting to pay at least $75 for the cheapest frames based on those quotes. I was surprised that for the size painting, the cheapest quote was $55 and even less with a 30% off coupon! Sandy helped me look for a few different frames. I found a great brown frame that looked weathered to fit the country-like painting of a cow I brought in. It was ready after about a week. When I picked it up, I brought in two more prints to be custom framed because the prices seem pretty good. There are multiple framed displays with objects instead of prints that caught my eye. Really cute displays that make great gifts. So, open your imagination because Sandy can create awesome works if you have little trinkets or any small objects that you want to display in glass instead of on a shelf. One held each object between panes of glass that had depth; really cool! They also have thousands of prints on their website & quite a few in store for sale. I will definitely return for all my framing needs. read more

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I loved the The Great Frame Up in Niles! I needed to price out custom framing of a sports poster that was approximately 32 x 44. They did have the special type of reflective control glass I like to use, so that was good. I went in to meet the owner, Sandy, with a quote in hand from another local frame shop franchise. We picked out a wood frame that complemented the image on the poster and would go with the exposed brick wall of a new bar/restaurant, where it was going to serve as a centerpiece. Sandy beat the competition by nearly $400. My two cents worth is, no matter where you go for your custom framing, and unless you've got money to burn, I recommend you always get quotes from Sandy at The Great Frame Up in Niles to compare before you buy. read more

Can you be any less friendly, I think it's not possible. I needed to find some hooks, I thought this place may sell them. So I walked in, and said hello... My first impression is that I was interrupting something. Perhaps she was framing something, whatever was going on I felt like I shouldn't have of walked in. So I awkwardly ask about the hooks, no dice I was told no we don't sell them, you need to go to a hardware store. I get it, it's not something you normally sell, however if you were being smart you could have sold me a few and I would have thought, how nice of you to help, I'll bring you some stuff to frame for me. It's called going the extra mile, well maybe just the extra inch actually. As someone that owns a business, we've done little things to help out, some of these little gestures have ended up building wonderful customer relationships, and some not. At the end of the day they did give you a good feeling. No feel good here. read more

I was referred to Sandy at The Great Frame Up from Image Specialties in Glenview, which we have done business with for over 30 years and has done an AMAZING job with every we have asked of them. When I needed something they could not do, I was referred to Sandy. I was told there was no one better and no one better for the price. I could not agree more!! Sandy literally did the best job on my Andrew Shaw/Blackhawks Shadow Box Gift! I need a shadow box sports memorial thing done for my boyfriend and myself. Sandy did the most INCREDIBLE JOB!! It always a good sign when you pick up your final project and COMPLETE strangers are coming up to you and asking you if they may see it and are "ohhing" and "awwing" over it! I was receiving compliments from strangers in the stores for how great it looked. I had a couple of pictures, ticket stubs, 2 signed pucks, and print out stats of the game. Sandy's vision capture exactly how our night felt. Technically this is a gift for my boyfriend, but really it is gift for me, too! Anyone that wants quality work done, you need to go to Sandy! Sandy, thank you again for your expertise! I love it and cannot wait for the moment the gift is opened the excitement is sustained forever! read more

Sandy is an amazing individual to work with. She's patient and truly cares about your item. She offers fair pricing on the items she does and the work she provides is excellent! This business and Sandy are highly recommended. read more

We recently repainted our family room and removed all our custom framed family photos from the walls, I did not want to remove the photos and dispose of the frames and glass. I contacted The Great Frame Up in Niles, a vendor who I have used since the 1980's. The owner was willing to remove my photos, recycle the glass and donate the frames. At the same time I had the owner help me matt and frame a favorite print of mine. Thank you for your suggestions and quality workmanship, I love it! Custom framing can be expensive but it is worth it for me as I have enjoyed my prints and family photos for over 30 years. read more

I discovered this location here on Yelp and have not only patronized this store often, but have referred clients and friends. Are there other Great Frame Up locations closer to me? Yep, two. But, I must say, Sandy is the best. Patient, lightening fast delivery, artist friendly, fair pricing, all in a tidy shop that always delivers with current equipment, endless choices and exceptional quality. Her commitment to her clients and hard work shines through in her welcoming space; she's got the right stuff indeed. Years of experience and creativity show in her resourcefulness and design for each individual piece. She is accommodating to all framing requests, however, to the reviewer seeking hardware, Sandy is not The Home Depot as she ensures stable and complete framing solutions with full responsibility to all of her clients. Thx again, Sandy! Brava! Highly recommended! read more

I took several awkward sized photos in for framing and I was amazed at the quality and price that Sandy (the owner) quoted. The quality of the work was excellent, the assortment of frame options was fantastic and she was wonderful to work with. I had 4 items to frame and they were beautifully done in about a week. There is a location close to me but I was so happy with Sandy's work, I will be bringing more projects to her. So wonderful to find a place that really is the best. Thank you Sandy!! read more

I actually give The Great Frame Up in Niles, IL, no stars! I have been using The Great Frame Up stores in the Chicago area since 1978. At that time, you actually built your own frames and assembled them completely. I am an artist and need to get the most economical custom frames in order to make a profit. All of the The Great Frames Up I have used over the years have been very accommodating and helpful except for this one. I was already in Park Ridge and this one was convenient at the time with a parking lot. When you walk in, you get no greeting or smile from the owner. She gives you a scowl, takes her sweet time in addressing you at all and gives you the feeling you are disturbing her! She is curt, cold and should not have a profession dealing with the public. You cannot do ANYTHING yourself at this store. They do all of the cutting of materials and ALL of the assembly and charge mightily for it! I immediately walked out and went to the location in Northbrook, 601 Skokie Blvd.,IL. Joe, the owner, introduced me to Paul who helped me enormously. I was allowed to bring in "store bought frames" and have then cut glass and mats for me and I could do all of the assembly for a shop fee of $4.00 a frame, which included hangers, wires and backing. This was more like it. I framed about 10 pieces for an art show and spent nearly $1,000. It would have cost me at least 3 times that at the Niles store and it would have taken weeks to get all of the work done. The Niles store should not be allowed to carry the name of The Great Frame Up, as it is not in the tradition of what the chain was set up to do, which is to let people do a lot of the work themselves to save on the cost. To me, this location is just a traditional "rip off" custom frame shop that takes forever to deliver and gouges the public by using The Great Frame Up name to get them in the door. read more

As a long time customer of the Niles - Great Frame Up location, Sandy (owner) is awesome and makes the framing experience easy with top-notch expertise in helping you choose the best color, type of frame, etc. In addition to pricing and quality, I've never been disappointed with my framing needs. I send everyone I know to her and will continue going to her for my framing needs including my photography business. Highly recommended! read more

g r. - I guess if you needed flour you would go into a bakery and expect them to sell you flour, or go to McDonalds and ask to purchase a pound of ground beef and package of hamburger buns. Our company has been dealing with Sandy at Great Frame Up for years. Always friendly, does excellent work, quick turn around. She donates her time and profit framing autographed jerseys and other sports memorabilia for our charity silent auction. read more

Sandy is the best! Her work is outstanding! She is a pleasure to deal with. You will be extremely Satisfied!! read more

I have relied on Sandy for many years and have never been disappointed. She is very professional, extremely creative and value driven - I have never felt over charged or under delivered. The framing she has done for my business is terrific and I would recommend her highly to anyone. read more

I have been getting my art framed here for about 20 years. Even though there are other numerous shops that are closer to my house, I am willing to drive the distance to get the great service and the overall customer experience. Sandy and her staff are not only knowledgeable and courteous, they have an impeccable taste and a great artistic eye. I would definitely recommend them, and have done so many times. read more

I have been using the Great Frame Up in Niles for the last 20 years with my Interior Design Business and by far, Sandy has the best quality, service, price and expertise in framing. I send everyone to her to get their items framed!! She's friendly and quick and stands behind her products & service!! thanks Sandy. read more

I really had the most amazing experience with Sandy. I got x2 bronze star medals framed and she was so helpful with the frame/mat selection and provided a lot of suggestions for color choice and matching. The end result was even better. She really did an amazing job and I was so happy with her work. The price was HALF of what I was quoted from other local framing stores for the same work. I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for expert custom framing, truly a great experience for such a special item. Thank you Sandy!! read more