The very last swiss clip question!!

[Rozmataz]

Okay. I know it is not the best route for a custom frame but that's what the customer wants.

And now I have 2 more customers needing items done that way.

The big question is, out of the 3 styles available thru United, which is most recommended of these for quality, ease of handling and hanging:

1. Swiss clips
2. Uniframes
3. Gallery clips

The prices range from $5 each to $2.70 each.. and all look reasonably similar...

I have used the Uniframe and don't really like it's structural appeal or lack thereof... So I am between the other two....

Thanks,

Roz

PS I have left this go for a bit too long and need to order today!! So thanks for your expeditious responses!

 

[Framing Goddess]

I like swiss clips. I buy them in bulk from UMS. And I like the "bigger" ones better- the four-piece sets as opposed to the two-piece sets.
Good Luck, Roz!
edie the doesn'tlikeuniframeseither goddess

 

[Rozmataz]

Hi Edie,

Thank you so much for your answer!!

Any tricks I should know!? Like proper hanging advice to the customer!?!

Thanks,

Roz
wholovesthewayyousignoffallthetime(boyisthathardtodoaftertypingforsomanyyears!)

 

[Framing Goddess]

Hi Roz,
These just hang on regular ole' wall hooks.
There is a trick to stringin' 'em up in back, though. I don't think an instruction page is included in the bulk box. Email me if you would like me to fax you the directions once you get your clips. It does make a difference to do it the way they suggest.

edie the yeahitistrickytotypelikethisaintit goddess

 

[Rozmataz]

Edie,

Stringing them is a litle difficult!! Gees.. but thanks for your instruction sheet.

I have to say, this may be the last swiss clip question, because it will be the last swiss clip project.

You were all correct about them being a pita and I guarantee that a pita charge will be reflected in all future orders if there are any future orders for them.

I am so frustrated with them... can't wait to finish, deliver and say "no" in the future!!

Frazzled Roz

 

[Framing Goddess]

Hi Roz!
It really isn't that hard, once you get the string pattern down. Really!
I charge for the swiss clips as well as a fitting of $9.20 for a 16 x 20. That means it should take about 9 minutes to assemble it. And after you do a coupla hundred, it'll get easier and faster.
I don't mind them. It's a good way to sweeten a mat and mounting sale and it keeps my customers out of Bed, Bath & Beyond buying crappy ready mades.
Just keep practicing!
Call me if you need more help!
edie the happypoultryday goddess

216-229-4943