The Framers Forum

"All the gear and no Idea"

Thanks for this advice guys I will be sure to try it. Thats a top tip on the mount cutter thanks.

Training yes, defo agree - I need to bite the bullet and get on some workshops.


Magic thank you,

Drew

Good Morning The Framers Forum Members, Much needed morale required!!! Doing framing as a hobby I have all the right gear (I think) Morso F, Casse Underpinner and Keencut Ultimate Mount Cutter. (I was going to build a framing Empire... however) So the problem I have is probably lack of skill or pati...

Hi, I have now upgrade my hobby equipment to the pucker equipment... hence the sale of these items. Thanks, Drew Charnwood Mitre Trimmer The next step up from a hand mitre saw, this cast iron trimmer is used after the rough mitre to create a perfect 45 angle with the smooth finish essential for a go...

Dottad, do you only use the templates that are within publishing?

Guy's thank you very much for all your pointers. I have Publisher so I will attempt some design and will run this off on the paper suggested.

Again thanks.

Drew

Hi, now that I have the framing equipment, I was thinking of having business cards made up. And I'm looking for some guidance/advice on what you would recommend if anything. Does anyone have templates that are available? All ideas welcome.

Many thanks.

Well being new at this game... I can't really say what I would like to see posted. However as your experience spans over the years would you not have a better idea on what should be posted? A piece of work you’d like to share? I do like the sound of the triple mount and slip. I do appreciate your co...

Hi John, Yeah I've looked through the Hints & Tips, and I do think this is great. I've seen some illustrations on "how not to do it"... but if you lack the "how to do it" part then it means little! I was hoping to get the more experienced framers to put a gallery together to ...

I was wondering if it is possible to have a forum Gallery, were by complex frames, mounts/designs and art work can be shown and maybe an explanation of how it was achieved. As a newbie to the framing world I seem to be down the middle with a typical frame and mount. I'm hoping this may aid the newer...

Hi Mick,
Thanks for the advice. I'll look at using the Kraft tape. I now know why the supplier pointed me to the masking tape when I asked for hinging tape also! They probably don't realise the purpose behind it.

Thanks
Drew

Guy's looking for advice, The backing tape that I use seems to bubble up after a few days. Could I be applying it to tightly or could the supplier be suppling cheap tape? Once I apply it to the backing board I use a roller to apply presure all over the tape. Should I use a preffered brand? Thanks Dr...

Steven, thanks for the advise. I will look at doing the A5 leaflet drop routine and great idea for the disribution.

Thanks for your advise Steven and Pizmo


Drew

Hi Steven,
I did notice that you put yourself forward and good on you. I was just trying to understand what the outcome was and who took the hit for the money.

Thanks again

Drew

Steven, now that you have been named and shamed.... did you charge the customer for this error?

Was the customer happy or was it a pleasent smile and a thanks when he collected it the first time?

Thanks
Drew

Guy's,
At the moment I only work partime on the framing and from my workshop... I have now had all the "Friends & Family" work through.

So, I'm looking for advice on getting the word about.... should I do a leaflet drop or stand in the street with a board???


Thanks
Drew

Hi Brian,
Just to let you know, the Gorilla Glue is real good. Although you need to practise with it and ensure your clamps are tight. The glue expands a fair bit!

Cheers
Drew

I can't hold back the tears!

Thanks Dermot, but I have called Lion and they have a good deal on the Morso F. So will take the bull with the horns and go for new.

Cheers
Drew

Dermot,
I thank you for your kind offer, but for a 1 year old Morso, travel and pick-up, it may cost more than a new one! Well, unless your offering it for a good price.

Drew

Guy's looking for advice on buying a Morso F. Seeing alot on ebay, however, is this equipment best to buy new.

Done the thought process of money, investment, time, ability to take on more customers.

In summery! I'm looking for a push in the right direction.

Thanks
Drew