A Graduation Frame that Lasts
Are you searching for a personal and practical graduation gift that will get used for years to come? Don’t worry, there is an answer and it doesn’t mean you have to have a big budget to give a nice graduation gift.
If you want to give a nice practical and fun graduation gift that won’t be thrown in the trash a year later, consider giving a graduation frame as a gift. Graduation frames are the perfect way for a graduate to remember their accomplishment and have a frame that they’ll enjoy for years to come. The trick is selecting a graduation frame that they’ll WANT to display years down the road.
So how do you pick a graduation frame that won’t be discarded after the celebration has come and gone? Easy. Select a frame that’s useful, goes with a variety of decors and is well made. That means that if you want a graduation frame that will last- you won’t have the word graduation spelled across the front of the frame.
It may seem backwards- considering almost every “graduation frame” out there has diplomas, tassels and the word graduation pasted on the front of the frame. Those types of decorative graduation frames are great if you want a fun frame and don’t care if the person keeps it very long. Just think of how many people you know that display frames with the words “graduation” on them more than a year after they graduate…not many. That’s right they disappear and are never seen again. But if you’re going to spend money on something why not get something that will be enjoyed and kept as a nice gift?
There are many frames to choose from but here are six types of graduation frames that make great gifts that will be enjoyed for years.
1. Shadow Box Frame. You can give a shadow box frame to a graduate so they can create a frame of special memories and photos. Shadowbox frames come in a wide range of standard depths and sizes and can also be custom made for unique sizes. This makes a great way to keep a graduation hat, tassel, graduation program and other special high school or college graduation memories protected for years to come.
2. Scrapbook frame. With scrapbook frames, the graduate can create a special page capturing all of their memories and favorite photos. If they want to personalize it, they can get friends to sign the scrapbook page or write special messages on it. And if they get tired of their graduation display they can also change out the scrapbook page with something else. This makes this frame practical and helps to ensure it will get enjoyed for a long time.
3. Collage frames. If you want a clean look with primarily photos (and not special mementos) then a collage frame may be a perfect fit. You can find matted collage frames or get a collage frame where the frame acts as the picture divider. These can be displayed on a table in smaller sizes or hung on a wall in any size. Collage frames are great because they can be used for more than graduation pictures if you want to swap out other pictures in the future.
4. Graduation Tassel frame. These graduation frames hold a picture and have a narrow section for a graduation tassel. These tassel frames have a more narrow use but can be a great way for someone who only wants a small reminder or keepsake of their graduation.
5. Classic Silver plated frames, sterling silver or solid wood frame. You can choose to have a frame engraved (if it has a smooth flat surface for silver plate, sterling or solid wood) or you can enjoy it as a nice keepsake. A classic silver plate or sterling silver frame is especially popular because it’s a beautiful keepsake frame that can be used for any special picture. These frames make great gifts because they won’t fall out of style, look dated or lose their use and will be enjoyed for years to come.
6. Graduation Diploma Frame. Metal or wood diploma frames allow graduates to proudly display their graduation diploma. If you want a practical frame, these are great because many people like to display their diplomas especially college. You can get diploma frames with or without mats and come in a wide variety of colors and finishes. If you want a more inexpensive frame, choose a frame without a mat but for a more professional look choose a matted diploma frame.
Before you pick out a graduation frame always think of who the frame is for and be sure the frame fits the style of the person. In other words, don’t buy a scrapbook graduation frame for a guy unless they like scrapbooking.
For graduation gifts for guys, they’re likely more interested in a nicely styled metal frame or solid wood frame that holds a picture or a diploma. Or they may also like a high quality precious metal frame if they like nice quality things. For women, they make like a frame to display their graduation mementos or enjoy scrapbooking or creating photo collages. Or, they may be better suited for a classic style solid wood frame, a precious metal frame or a graduation diploma frame.
Like with any nice gift, graduation gifts need to be appropriate to the person receiving them. If you select a nice quality graduation frame that can be used for ANY picture, they’ll be sure to remember you fondly for giving them such a terrific graduation gift.
