Another collage photo

This is collage photo sent to me from a photographer that recently ordered my three piece collage. This is an 8x10, 5x7, and 8x8

Your photography makes the collage even more stunning! Thank you so much for sending a photo.

More photos!

 This photo is only half the collage! There are three more hanging on a wall across the hallway from it. This room was transformed into a gallery.

I received this picture along with these sweet words

(These are custom colors that she picked out to match her room)

Here is one set hung together in my family room. We absolutely love it!
Thanks again!

Introducing the Cupcake Whimsicals!

I now have ornament size frames!

They are so cute. I have already used them for gift tags and place holders. You can paint the backing with chalkboard paint for either.

The blue one pictured is actually sized for a business card. If you are are a photographer and you have a newly booked client that might be a great way to share your card.

They are $7.00 each or 3 for $15.00.

For now they come in just 4 shapes but any color you might want.

Just in time for Christmas!

And the winners are...

Frame number 2 will now be called The Mila. Thank you to K for naming this frame.

Frame number 3 will be the Affinity. I love that this has to do with friendship. Thank you to D Brown for naming this frame.

I will email you both to see what you want to do with your prize credit!!!

In the mean time here is the better picture I promised of the 7 piece collage. Orders are coming in fast for these sets so if you are thinking Christmas get your orders in soon:-)

The 7 piece collage

Please forgive me for this picture. It is too late tonight to to take a better one. I will replace it soon. It does not do this collage justice.

The 7 piece collage will easily fill almost any wall you have. It includes:

2(16 by 20 frames) painted with no glass

2(8 by 10 frames) with glass

1(11 by 14 frame) no glass

1(5 by 7 frame) with glass

1(8 by 8 frame) with glass

Again, the reason I am not including glass in the frames bigger than the 8 by 10 frames is that it will just break to easy in shipping. All sizes are based on the ready available glass at your local Hobby Lobby store. With the weekly coupons they have you can get a better deal than I could ever offer too! 

This collage can obviously be arranged in many different ways. The introductory price on it is $220.00!

Yep! That is right. You can fill your entire wall with amazing art for $220.00!
Want to see all the available shapes click here
Easy ordering is on it's way. If you would like to order in now just cut and paste this into your email

1. 16 by 20 Frame__________ color_____________

2. 16 by 20 Frame___________color____________

3. 8 by 10 Frame____________color____________

4. 8 by 10 Frame____________color____________

5. 8 by 8  Frame____________color____________(I suggest the petal frame shown as the 8 by 8)

6. 5 by 7 Frame____________color_____________

7. 11 by 14 Frame__________color_____________

Notes:

I know this is a primitive way to order. I just have so many of you that have pre ordered this collage and I want to get it out there. In the next few days I will get better pictures and a new order form up as well as information on the 3 and 5 frame collage. If you want to get your orders in before to save money and insure fast shipping then you are set. I will paypal you an invoice before I ship! I always charge exact shipping and go out of my way to ship reasonably.

Color note: I can paint them any color. I buy good quality paint and I have almost any color you could imagine on hand. I will be posting a color chart in the next couple of days but don't be afraid to ask for something.
Make sure you check out my new page at the top for more collage options

A collage teaser!

I have been working really hard at putting together a large frame collage. I have quite a few new shapes made and almost ready. My goal is to have 3 different options available for quick order collages. I am really close to offering it...really close. I just need paint to dry, a few more tweaks on the final frames, and pictures! There will be a 3 frame option(like the one pictured) a 5 frame option, and a 7 frame option. All you have to do is pick shapes and colors!! Stay tuned:-)

Introducing #3 in the whimsical collection

 I created a new prototype! This is shown in the 16" by 20" frame opening size. This is my favorite yet! I love it so much. It really is a show stopper. It becomes art in itself. 

 on a side note I wanted to let you know that I borrowed this red one on Thursday to show as a sample and Jenny promptly contacted me on Friday to ask me to return it because she missed it so much! This made me smile. They really are that impressive. 

Yes! that means another naming contest! Names are still coming in for frame #2! There is a bit of a them for this one. Both of these prototypes were birthday gifts for my friend. She had ordered them from me and I surprised her with them (pictures and all, as it turns out I am also her family photographer!) for her birthday. Therefore, this name needs to have something to do with friendship. 

If you are the first to submit a name you will win the 8 by 10 frame in this shape! Unless you prefer a different shape, or credit towards a bigger frame.

Contest ends November 1st!

A thank you shout out to Angie Nelson for featuring my frame on her way cute blog too! Here is a link to her post. Make sure to check out her blog while you are there. 

The blooming Hydrangea

The Whimsical Collection #2{and a contest}

This is the second shape in my ever growing collection. I need your help in finding a name for it. From now until the end of October you may leave a comment with a name suggestion. You are only limited to 10 entries!! If your name is chosen and you are the first one that posted it, you will win the frame!!!

I also want to point out that my cute Halloween printable is from one of my favorite designers of all time Rhonna Farrer ! If you want to print this or see all her other amazing stuff just click on her name.


Frame Q&As


1. What colors do they come in?
        I hand craft everything I do. I have almost any color imaginable. I also sell them with just primer on them if you want to paint your own. If you want them unfinished I will deduct $5.00 from the price. Then you can get an exact color match!
2. How do you ship?
       I have had very good luck with USPS over the years. They are usually fairly decent priced and very quick with the priority shipping.
3. What is your turn around time?
       Right now I have lots on hand and I am able to get things shipped out fairly quick. My frame turn around is about a week.
4. How do I order?
       I am not a big box store. I do not want to make any money off the shipping. I know many companies charge you for handling to box up product. I am just not like that. Currently if you would like to place an order you may send and email to monica@readmywalls.com that includes the frame you are interested in, the color, and your mailing address. Let me know if you have any questions. Once your order is finalized and we have the shipping quote then I will paypal you an invoice.
5. What If I want a different size or shape?
       I am currently working on new shapes and sizes all the time. If you really want a 20" by 24" just send me an email and I will get you a quote.
6. How do they hang?
       Every frame is professionally key holed to hang both vertical or horizontal. The key hole has a screw head plunge. This means that if you hang it right it will never fall off and break, or hurt someone. 

I can't wait to hear all your name ideas:-)
I should have frame number 3 posted very soon too!

Stay tuned!

I have two new shapes to add to my whimsical collection! I am also going to feature the new 16 by 20 size.  I will be posting it on Tuesday. In the mean time I want to let you all know that I need help naming these beautiful frames. I am going to have a little naming contest. Every time I add a new shape to the collection you will be given a chance to name it! If I pick your name you win that frame in the 8 by 10 size! You could also choose to take a credit off a larger frame.
See you soon with my new creations:-)

Introducing Bellany, the first in the Whimsical collection

Starting today I am offering a new product. I have long been a fan of this style of frame. After much work, and trial and error I am finally ready to offer them to you. 

This is the first one I am offering. I am calling it the Bellany. Right now it is offered in an 8 by 10 size. Each frame is hand crafted and takes about 2 hours to make. The introductory price is honestly a steal at  just $30.00! 

I will be adding more shapes and sizes to the collection in the very near future. If you are interested in a different shape or size don't be afraid to ask.

Back to normal

Dear customers,

Let me start by telling you thank you. The last year for me was incredibly stressful. It was probably the most stress I have ever had. My husband's company sold the Minnesota division and they were not sure where to put us. They had him traveling all over to help in areas. This left me at home 85% of the time as a single mother. This all happened the same time I knocked my front teeth out(some of you remember that laugh). That being said my business took a major backseat the past year. It was very hard for me to get orders done. Customer service is one thing I prided myself in but I had to put my family first as they needed me to hold us all together. That is now over! We have decided to stay in Rochester! My husband has decided to try something new! In the mean time he has become my partner and my signs and vinyl are back in focus. I am restructuring a bit to make sure I don't go as crazy this time. I will have a few more pictures of signs and color options up soon and I am working on restructuring ordering. I also would like to look at booking a few parties in the next few months if anyone is interested let me know. 

Thank you again for hanging with me the past few months. I am excited to be back to doing what I love. 

This is one of the new signs I will offer. It will be $40.00 It consists of 

1. Bride's hometown

2. Groom's hometown

3. Where they met

4. First date(date or place)

5. Favorite restaurant

6. Love song

7. New home (address or place)

8. honeymoon local

9. Inside joke

10. Special vacation spot

11. New City

12. Other special info if any

13. FOREVER(or other word)

14. Wedding location

15. Wedding date

16. First names

There will be more signs like this to come. I am going to try to do less custom stuff. I will still be doing some. I want to spend less time designing and more time getting product out the door. If you see something you like pictures are always helpful. 

~Monica:-)

My clocks

I wanted to post a picture of the clocks I make.  I am always amazed when I finish one how incredible they are.  They take me about 10 hours of actual work and many more waiting hours to make.  I require at least 6 weeks advance notice for them.  However, they are stunning and incredible gifts.  This is one I just finished for someone.

These pictures honestly don't give this justice.  

Maybe this shot can show some more of the detail they have.  

I love my clocks.  They are a painstaking labor of love.  I love them.  

How much are these amazing clocks...can you believe right now they are only $60.00? That means I make less than $6.00 an hour when you take away my expenses! Every time I make one I think about increasing my price a little.  I am a stickler for charging what I would pay for something.  In my opinion these are worth every penny.  

Stick Family Catalog

I mentioned around Christmas time that I had invested in a great stick family set.  Here is a look at the catalog. 

Ordering is super easy!

I can customize them even more if you want to add names under them, or an extra accessory that you don't see here. 

Cute baby sign

I have been busy with lots of custom projects. I have lots of pictures to post.  I want to post this cute baby sign first.  Can you believe these are only $12.00!!!! 

Thinking ahead to weddings

This sign is for sure my favorite.  It is always loved.  My favorite thing about is is that every name is so different.  You can add the entire date for the established or just the year.  If you have any weddings coming up get it ordered now and relax.  I have a few clients that have closets full of them:-) The 30" sign is just $24.00 and the 36" sign is $28.00

Baby Frames

I have had a lot of requests for these frames in the past months.  In fact I can hardly keep them in stock.  They are so much cuter in person than this picture can show.  They almost always make the mom cry.  I always forget to photograph them when I finish one.  I just found this in my picture file and figured I better post it before I forget.  They are 16" by 16" and they are $24.00 

More signs

Here are a few more of my latest projects.

Introducing my new frames...

I have an amazing customer who has tons of patience.  She ordered frames for her kiddos before Christmas.  She insisted that she was in no hurry.  I tried something...if failed. I tried something else...it failed.  January came to an end and I thought, she is going to give up on me.  Then "poof" like magic it came to me.  The perfect idea.  The exact way I wanted to do this.  Now here they are.  I love them, she loves them! I hope you love them.  They are 16 inches tall and 12 inches high.  The frame in the boys one is 4" by 4".  The frame in the girls one is 3" by 3".  

Check out the detail.  I love this one so much. It just looks like something your grandma had and gave to you.  

On another note.  I am sorry I have been so horrible about posting.  All my work hours have been dedicated to orders.  Christmas turned into a busy January.  I have many things to post and I will try and keep posting all week.  

All new for 2010

I just want to share with you that I now have a new collection for stick figures.  This collection is amazing and very customizable. I can add many unique features for all of you.  These are great for more than just Mini Vans:-) you can create sports teams for signs...signatures for skateboards and such.  There are many many uses for these cute little people and pets.  

Christmas Orders!

Just a quick note!

The Christmas rush has started.  Any orders placed before Thanksgiving will be given a 10% discount for any order of 2 signs or more.

DECEMBER 10th will be my cut off date for Christmas delivery.  If you decide you want a sign after that please email or call me to check my work load.  I try really hard not to say no if I can help it.

I would also like to thank all the customers who hung with me last month as I had a huge order of 50+ items and then the Flu hit our house.  Things are finally back on track.

Please get your orders in as soon as possible if you can...even if it is just the size and color of the board.

Super cute....

I have had a lot of requests for wall quotes that work with multiple photos. This is one I did recently for a really fun customer. She had a basic idea of what she wanted and in the end we teaked it a little bit to fit her! I love when doing that:-) This still gives her lots of space to hand more photos too. A great bonus if you ask me!

Current vinyl colors

I have had a lot of requests for different colors of vinyls. I wanted to post my current color list for all of you to see. Don't forget you can enlarge it by clicking on it.

Currently silver is only available for anything 3" or smaller

Keep in mind that I can paint the background of signs any color you wish. This color list is just for the actual vinyl. If you are layering a project keep in mind that you will want a dark tone with a light tone. Two dark tones or two light tones will not work.

If you have any questions you can go to my website for email information.