With Hobby Lobby Cutting Frames, 10 Nebraska Frame Shops Still Offer Custom Framing

One small frame shop on this list has custom framed more than 50,000 pieces. That number stopped me cold.

I tried to picture that many diplomas, wedding photos and faded tractor calendars lined up on one wall.

Hobby Lobby’s decision to cut back on custom framing left a lot of people holding art with nowhere to take it. Here in Nebraska, independent framers never left.

Some have been cutting mats and joining corners since the 1970s and 1980s, long before anyone carried a camera in a phone.

I love that these shops treat a kid’s jersey or a grandma’s cross stitch like it belongs in a museum. Several offer conservation framing, the kind meant to protect paper and fabric for decades.

Others pair framing with a boutique, a gallery or a stash of vintage frames.

So where does that shoebox of keepsakes in your closet finally get its moment?

1. Get Framed

Southeast Nebraska has its own framing headquarters, and it sits on Stone Street in Falls City. The shop handles custom framing for pictures and much more, so your project doesn’t need to be a photo.

Get Framed keeps a large variety of frames, with many already in stock. That can matter when you’d rather skip a special order for a common size or style.

Mat lovers, take note. The shop carries a full line of Crescent mat boards, along with everyday matting for simpler jobs.

Things get fancy with the mat cutter. It’s built to handle more intricate and numerous openings with precision, which opens the door to collages and layered designs.

Glass gets attention too. The shop stocks Tru Vue glass, a well-known name in framing, with many options kept on hand.

Think about that drawer of senior pictures, ticket stubs or a pressed corsage. A multi-opening mat can pull those scattered pieces into one tidy display you’ll actually hang.

Falls City sits in the far southeast corner of the state, near the Kansas and Missouri lines. For folks down there, a full framing shop in town sure beats a long drive to the city.

Address: 1515 Stone St, Falls City, NE 68355

2. Cinda’s Accents- Custom Framing & Unique Boutique

More than 50,000 pieces. That’s how many items this North Platte shop has custom framed, and it calls itself the oldest and most experienced custom frame shop in town.

Here’s the fun twist. Framing shares the space with a boutique full of women’s clothing, jewelry, accessories and unique home decor.

The selection changes constantly, so the racks may look different from one trip to the next. You could drop off a print and leave with a new necklace, which feels like a very efficient errand.

Framing is the backbone of the business, though. The shop focuses on presentations built with careful craftsmanship, from family photos to pieces that need a more creative touch.

Planning ahead may help here. The shop lists framing by appointment, so a quick call before you load up the car is a smart move.

North Platte draws plenty of travelers off Interstate 80, and this spot welcomes both locals and tourists. That makes it handy if you picked up a western print on a road trip and want it done right.

Fifty thousand frames in, they’ve probably seen your odd-shaped heirloom before.

Address: 506 N Jeffers St, North Platte, NE 69101

3. The Frame Lady

Old frames don’t always land in the trash in Hastings. The Frame Lady offers a free frame recycling service, and it can turn up fun vintage options for your next project.

That’s a great perk for thrift fans. A secondhand frame with some character can give a modern print an unexpected look.

For more than 30 years, the shop has served Central Nebraska with professional custom framing. It works with both homeowners and local businesses, so a living room photo and an office display get the same attention.

Repairs are part of the menu too. If a favorite frame has a cracked corner or broken glass, the shop can help bring it back.

Needlework framing and canvas stretching are also on the list. Those jobs take patience, especially when a stitched piece needs to sit flat without puckering.

The shop sits right on North Hastings Avenue in the heart of downtown. You can pair a drop-off with a stroll past the brick storefronts nearby.

Hastings is the town that gave the world Kool-Aid, so creativity runs in the local water. Bringing new life to old frames fits right in.

Address: 128 N Hastings Ave, Hastings, NE 68901

4. Framing Flamingos

Flamingos aren’t native to the Platte River, but Kearney has one flock that stays put all year. Framing Flamingos is a full-service custom frame shop with a name that’s hard to forget.

The shop handles custom frame design and art assembly on site. Your piece gets planned and built in the same place, start to finish.

Choice is a big part of the appeal. The shop lists more than 500 styles of custom frame mouldings, so sleek, rustic and ornate looks are all in play.

Mats get the same generous treatment. You can choose from more than 500 colors and textures of acid-free mats, which help protect paper art over time.

In a rush for a gift? Same-day custom framing may be available, which is a lifesaver when a birthday sneaks up on you.

Kearney sits in the middle of sandhill crane country, and plenty of people come home with bird photos every spring. A good frame and mat can turn that river shot into wall art.

Between the name and the selection, this flock knows how to make a picture stand out. Pink is optional, of course.

Address: 5712 1st Ave, Kearney, NE 68847

5. Art Editions Framing & Gallery

Half gallery, half workshop, this Columbus stop lets you look at art and frame your own in one trip. Art Editions Framing & Gallery operates as both a framing studio and an art gallery.

That combination can be handy when you’re stuck on a design. Seeing finished pieces on the walls can spark ideas for your own frame and mat.

The business is an established local framing service. It focuses on individualized presentation, so your project gets a plan that fits the piece rather than a one-size answer.

Bring the items you’ve been putting off. A child’s painting, a family photo or a print from a favorite trip can all benefit from a thoughtful layout.

Timing matters with this one. The studio keeps a short midweek schedule, so check the days before you head over.

Columbus sits where the Loup and Platte rivers meet, and it’s an easy drive for much of east-central Nebraska. A visit could fit right into a day of errands in town.

Not every shop gives you a gallery to wander while you wait. Here, browsing counts as research.

Address: 2464 33rd Ave, Columbus, NE 68601

6. Hangups Gallery

Before it was Hangups Gallery, this Lincoln business started in 1974 under the name Wooden Stuff. It became Hangups Gallery in 1983 and has been family owned and operated ever since.

The selection is a showstopper. The shop offers more than 3,000 moulding options, which could keep a picky decorator busy for a while.

Quality materials back up that variety. Hangups uses museum-quality materials along with specialty frames and mats.

Conservation framing methods are part of the craft. Those techniques aim to keep art and memorabilia looking good for generations instead of fading or yellowing.

The range of projects is wide. Original art, certificates, sports jerseys, needle art and family portraits all come through the door.

Lincoln households tend to collect a lot of Husker gear over the years. A jersey framed with care can feel a lot more special than one folded in a drawer.

The shop sits on Pioneers Boulevard in southeast Lincoln. With over four decades of roots, it’s a strong pick when you want a team that has seen plenty of tricky jobs.

Address: 7121 Pioneers Blvd, Lincoln, NE 68506

7. David Clark Framing

Good framing is a balancing act between the art, the frame and the mat. David Clark Framing in Lincoln is known for having a sharp eye for that combination.

Expect helpful suggestions when you sit down to design. The shop guides you toward frame and mat choices that suit the piece rather than overpower it.

Preservation is a major focus. The studio offers museum-quality conservation matting, mounting and framing.

Specialty textile art and original prints are a strength here. Fabric and fine paper need careful handling, and this is the place to bring them.

The client list goes well beyond homeowners. Corporations, galleries, artists and museums use the shop too, which says a lot about its skill.

Mouldings range from contemporary to traditional. That spread helps match different art styles as well as different budgets.

The shop is locally owned and operated, with more than two decades of experience. It keeps weekday hours only, so plan your drop-off for Monday through Friday.

Got a quilt square from great-grandma or a signed print from a local artist? This is the kind of studio that treats those pieces with respect.

Address: 5757 S 34th St #400, Lincoln, NE 68516

8. The Framing Company

Back in 1978, this downtown Lincoln shop opened as The Darkroom and U-Frame-It. The name changed, but the framing never stopped.

Today The Framing Company is a full-service, professional custom picture framing studio. It specializes in museum-quality framing built to order.

The team walks you through the whole process. Matting, frame selection and mounting are all handled with guidance along the way.

Big projects don’t scare this crew. Oversized prints and larger pieces are welcome, so don’t hesitate to bring the wall-sized poster.

The location on N Street keeps it close to the Haymarket and the downtown core. You could drop off a piece and grab lunch nearby in the same outing.

Over four decades in Lincoln gives this studio deep community roots. It has framed through the era of film photos, digital prints and everything in between.

That darkroom origin is a fun bit of history. It’s a reminder of when photos lived on paper first and screens came much later.

For anyone who still has prints from those days, it feels fitting to bring them back to a shop that started with film.

Address: 1324 N St, Lincoln, NE 68508

9. Ginger’s Hang Up

Some framers pull a few samples and call it a day. At Ginger’s Hang Up, the staff will happily work through wall after wall of frames and mats until the match feels right.

That creative partnership is a big reason the shop has lasted. It has been Omaha’s custom picture framing expert for 40 years.

The business has stayed in the family across three generations. Frames are designed and crafted on site, with rush service available when time is tight.

Conservation framing is offered for valuable pieces. Needlepoint and corporate framing projects are part of the mix too.

Expect a hands-on design session. You can compare combinations side by side, which helps when you can’t picture the finished look.

The shop sits on Frederick Street in central Omaha. Pickup is available in store once your piece is ready.

Bring the art you love and maybe a little extra time. With so many options to test, the fun is in watching a plain print suddenly look gallery ready.

Address: 8455 Frederick St, Omaha, NE 68124

10. Five Star Custom Framing

Jerseys, signed balls, helmets and bats all get the star treatment at this Omaha shop. Five Star Custom Framing specializes in quality memorabilia and sports jersey preservation.

The shop has been in business since 1987. It was formerly known as B&C Custom Framing and kept the same team and craftsmanship after the name change.

Shadow boxes are built by hand. That matters when you’re working with bulky items that a flat frame simply can’t hold.

Sports gear isn’t the only specialty. Graduation memorabilia like diplomas, tassels and sashes can be arranged into one keepsake display.

Layout and matting are a strong suit. The staff brings real framing experience and offers a wide variety of frame types to choose from.

Omaha hosts the College World Series every June, and plenty of fans come home with signed baseballs. A proper case keeps that autograph from fading on a shelf.

So clear out the closet. That jersey from a big game or the cap from graduation deserves better than a plastic bin, and this shop is ready to give it a five-star finish.

Address: 3636 S 138th St, Omaha, NE 68144