Ursel's is an amazing framing and gift shop. The gifts are from Germany and Egypt and other countries featuring incredible artistic works. It's a Christmas shop extraordinaire in spite of being small. Check them out for items you won't find at the mall. read more

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On a gray and cloudy day with a supposed oncoming snowstorm, we visited Ursel's Web and found an abundance of Spring and Easter. The room was filled with handcrafted symbols of the coming season. The workmanship on all was amazing. Their German Easter Shop Reception was the highlight of our weekend and from the many visitors probably theirs too. I would have given this a five star review except for the incense and scented candles which made it necessary for me to leave early. read more

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Buy local at the best gift shop in Middletown. Unique. Traditional. Sentimental. Old world charm. Personal kind owner. A must stop for shopping during the holidays. read more

I have a piece of artwork that may or may not interest you... The piece I am referring to is a Batik painting signed Ursel. Which leads me to the question... Are you the Artist? If, so... Fantastic! There is a interesting backstory of how I came into possession of the Batik painting, here in Tallahassee, Florida. If you happen to be the Artist, I would enjoy sharing the story with you at your convenience. Respectfully, Rick Zeller at zellerman2001@gmail.com read more

Ursel's Web - The image depicts a framed artwork with two cartoon-like characters, each wearing a crown. The character on the left has a green rectangular body with facial features, while the character on the right wears a blue dress with a red heart on the chest. Both characters have white faces with simple facial features and are holding hands. The background includes leaf patterns, and the frame is gold-colored, with a beige mat surrounding the artwork. - Art Galleries Near Me - Middletown, Connecticut

The staff are incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. The selection of one of a kind Christmas ornaments and other unique handicrafts is unmatched. So glad I found this gem. read more

- Framing & Custom Framing - Restoring - Gift shop : authentic goods from German and other parts of Europe - Paintings by local artists Annual Christmas and Easter opening ! read more

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I was subletting a place in Middletown and a simple bump on the wall caused a custom-framed print in the hallway to fall on the ground. The glass shattered. And I discovered it was wrongly mounted too (To be specific: The orientation of the hang was totally wrong and it was hanging on the lip of the frame itself. It was bound to fall. So irritating it happened when we were there. Anyway!) I brought it here because I was afraid the fancy frame place on the main street would be frighteningly expensive. This place was perfect: it was unassuming and cozy. Replacing the glass, fixing the earlier orientation, squeezing the frame together again all cost about $30. Having framed a bunch of stuff in Boston a few months before, I was relieved since I was afraid it would be like $50! They did it quickly too, within a few days. read more

I have known Ursel for almost as many years as she has been framing art in Middletown. She has framed several of my counted-cross stitch pieces that have become family treasures.Some of them have won ribbons at the Durham Fair, thanks to her expertise. She and her staff are so helpful and talented . I wouldn't think of going anywhere else. Pat F. On behalf of my sister, I would like to add the following review written by her. "I would like to thank Ursel's Web for creating such a wonderful framework with my late husband ,Kurt's fishing flies that he designed and made. It was a Christmas gift from my sister and brother-in-law and very much appreciated. Ursel took special interest in this preservation of something that was so important to Kurt, who was quite interested in fishing and would have been so pleased. Thank you, Ursel, for this special work of art. I highly recommend Ursel's Web Framing Shop." Teri M. read more

My mother and I went to Ursels web today and was warmly welcomed by Ursel and her staff. She has a fabulous unique shop. I bought a beautiful Christmas pyramid with snowmen from Germany and crystal ice cycles for my Christmas tree. Also beautiful Glass ornaments from Egypt. I highly recommend a visit to this shop in Middletown. read more

The gallery is in a small house near Wesleyan, and has a really cozy feeling. The owner is very welcoming and nice. What an amazing assortment of art pieces there is! There are lots of prints, paintings, sculptures, glass-blown figurines, carvings, etc etc, many of them by local artists. Prices are affordable for gifting or personal use. I am very impressed. I think they also do custom framing.... lol. As in their name. Very nice art gallery/shop. read more

A beautiful open house tonight. Thanks for your hospitality but I'm especially happy with my latest addition to my glass Santa's. Today's purchase was a Jingle Nod Santa from Poland. Such a special place for ornaments, smokers, and other German giftware. Great to shop local with knowledgeable staff and courteous service. read more

I can't believe I've lived in Middletown over ten years and never been to this wonderful little shop! We only went because some out of town visitors requested a trip. It's such a cool little place, full of German hand-made items, as well as other local art - perfect for unique gifts. The owner is kind and friendly, yet laid back so we didn't feel pressured while shopping. She was working on a big framing order from Wesleyan University, so I assume the custom framing is high quality. I would definitely recommend stopping in. read more

Ursel's is great! Always willing to go the extra mile. They have a very knowledgeable staff that accommodates everything. I would recommend them to anyone. They handle my wife's pastels that take over 80 hours with the up utmost care!They are great! read more

I have been a customer for years. I rely on Ursel's advice to frame pictures. She seems always to choose the right approach. Their framing work is immaculate. The gifts in the shop are unique and exquisite. The place is a great stop when looking for Easter or Christmas gifts read more