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So, I was going to donate some pictures to a local auction, and was wondering where people buy their pre-cut mats for framing their pictures for selling them?
I looked online and obviously there are a lot of choices, so I was curious as to what others use. Or should I just go with Ebay?
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Old 11-08-2010, 04:30 AM
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I've used the showpacks

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I have used clear bags for their show packs. I have also gotten mats from Michaels and Hobby Lobby. Look for coupons and sales for them. You might also want to check out your local frame shop to see what they would charge for a custom mat.

Wherever you get your mats, especially if you order them, check your outside AND INSIDE dimensions...I mistakenly ordered 11 by 14 mats for 8 by 10 prints without checking the inside dimentions (silly me, I assumed they would be cut for 8 by 10) and ordered an 8.5 by 11 inside cut by mistake.
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Another vote for ClearBags - Promote, Protect and Preserve. I've used their show kits and love them.
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Thanks for all the input. Lots of good options to choose from, I just wish shipping didn't double the cost. I will have to look at local craft/art stores too.
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So, I was going to donate some pictures to a local auction, and was wondering where people buy their pre-cut mats for framing their pictures for selling them?
I looked online and obviously there are a lot of choices, so I was curious as to what others use. Or should I just go with Ebay?
Thanks,
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