Welcome to cgm designs!
Here you will find many of our passions: a love of the written word, of travel, art, photography, nature, animals and design. We delight in sharing these in hope that one or two may resonate with you. And, since a passion for something usually drives one to tell others about it, perhaps some of the information, tips and techniques we have discovered about them along our journey will excite, delight, entice, educate and aid you along yours. You will also find links to products we have created out of a love for each of these subjects, information on a variety of topics associated with them and a space where you can share with us your thoughts and comments and your own passions.
Thank you so much for visiting with us! We look forward to hearing from you. Enjoy!
"Today is a new day. You will get out of it just what you put into it."
Mary Pickford
Design/Decorating Tip:
Like most of us, you probably have several pieces of fabric that you just love leftover from other projects, but there just isn't quite enough for a seat cushion, window treatment or even a large pillow. What can you do with this beautiful fabric!?
Well, try this: take that wonderful piece of fabric to your favorite custom framer, have them stretch that fabric just as they would an art canvas, then put it in a frame that goes with the fabric and you current decor, take it home and hang it. Great new look that instantly adds interest, color and texture to your walls! Or, buy a readymade frame, precut mat, wrap your fabric around it; pop it back into the frame, add your favorite photo, hang and enjoy. Viola! Two great new looks that you and your friends will love.
Five Tips for Designing Picture Framing
Here are some ideas to consider when choosing framing for your artwork.
1. Look to the art you are framing for clues about color and style: is it bright, subtle, formal, modern or traditional?
2. Look at framed pictures in magazines and on television to figure out what styles you personally like and enjoy.
3. Experiment with wide mats and/or mouldings--they can look great even on small or very tiny artwork!
4. Try several different mats and frame mouldings until you find the combination that: 1) works best with the art, and, 2) that you like best.
5. Remember: The goal is a balanced design that enhances and provides a good presentation for the art, without overwhelming it.
And, always try to find a designer/framer whose knowledge and "eye" for style, color and design you trust.
