up the wall picture framing | granger, in

My friend, Michelle, recently moved here from Colorado. She and her husband had just adopted twin baby boys and as often happens in adoption stories, they were surprised to find they would soon be adding a baby girl to the family. You met them two weeks ago in my "walk in the park" post.

She recently contacted me to share her new business venture. It's a great fit with jennyhoke photography and after seeing her work I am happy to endorse Up the Wall Picture Framing. Even more so, because it supports a local business. She purchases her framing supplies from a local supplier, as well. In my book, that's a win-win situation.

Here's where the fun begins for you. Read on as Michelle gives you the scoop...

"Would you love to have one of Jenny's amazing portraits custom framed and hanging on your wall for the holidays? Up the Wall will be giving away a free custom framing to one Jenny Hoke Photography client! ($100 value) Here are the details: All you have to do is comment on Jenny's blog about the give away and you will be entered. The drawing will be held on November 1st, 2010. Jenny and I will draw for our winner. If you win, we will contact you within 3 days to set up an appointment for you to come in and choose your mat(s) and frame."

I took my 8x12 (you're not going to find that size picture frame at Target) picture over to Michelle. Out of countless options, she helped me choose two mat colors and frame color and style. We also discussed glass options and decided upon a non-glare surface. She offered her helpful opinions to help me arrive at the perfect combination. I am thrilled with the finished product! To see my two cutiekids smiling back at me from behind this beautiful custom frame. You can't beat that!

Michelle leaves no detail untouched. Your finished product arrives wrapped in brown kraft paper with a special wall hanger and nail. She even adds the bumpers to protect your walls. All you have to do is display.

So it's time to get those images printed and displayed. Yes? Michelle can even frame your diplomas and graduation tassles. Varsity letters that are sitting in a box. Watch her blog at www.upthewallpf.blogspot.com for more ideas.

Now, just leave a comment with your name (and last name initial, at least) on this post to enter the giveaway (you must use a jennyhoke photography image in the giveaway frame). Last day to enter is October 31, 2010. Easy peasy! And call Michelle to get started on those Christmas gifts!