If you need any excuse to visit the Victoria and Albert Museum - look no further. The newly opened Rosalinde and Aurther Gilbert Gallery at the marks a significant moment for lovers of craftsmanship, history, and intricate artistry.

Stretching a canvas is a fundamental process in preparing artwork for display. Whether you are an artist preparing a painting for exhibition, a gallery handling loose canvas works, or a collector restoring a piece, understanding how to stretch canvas properly ensures the artwork remains stable, protected and beautifully presented.

In this guide we explain what canvas stretching is, why it matters, and the step-by-step process professionals use to achieve a perfectly tensioned surface.

Last week we had the privilege of stepping out of the workshop and into the classroom. We spent the day at Queensbridge Primary School in Hackney to mark International Women’s Day, talking about women artists — their stories, their styles, and why representation and creativity matter.

In the early 1930s, Gluck made a groundbreaking contribution to art presentation with the invention and patenting of the “Gluck frame.” This innovative design featured three ascending tiers that rose seamlessly from the wall, each smaller than the last. The frame, mount, and painting were unified into a single architectural element, often painted or papered to match the surrounding wall—blurring the boundary between artwork and environment.

A round up for Frame London’s frames on display at Frieze London 2025.

Photo: Installation view, Frieze London, Sadie Coles HQ, Booth D13, The Regent's Park, London, 15-19 October 2025

© The Artist/s. Courtesy the Artist/s and Sadie Coles HQ, London. Photo: Andrea Rossetti

A print is an original work of art created by transferring an image from a prepared surface — such as a plate, block, or stone — onto paper. Unlike reproductions, each print is made by hand under the artist’s control, and each impression carries subtle variations that make it unique. We explain print types and how they are made.

While each wood type has recognisable traits, the natural grain is never identical — every length of timbre and every cut, is one of a kind. That’s part of what makes bespoke framing so special: each frame becomes a unique object, shaped by both the woodworker and nature.

Whether you have one large (and heavy) statement artwork, or you’re hanging a selection of smaller pieces gallery style, we’re often asked the best way to hang a framed artwork securely to your walls at home. Here’s our step-by-step guide on our preferred method of hanging large frames - split batten hanging.

For some time now, we’ve been donating our excess wood to Woodwork for Wellbeing — a brilliant local charity based in Bethnal Green. They run relaxed, inclusive woodworking sessions designed to support mental health, reduce isolation, and bring people together through creativity and craftsmanship.

It was a pleasure to frame the wonderful Megan Rooney’s latest works for her show Yellow Yellow Blue at Ely House, London. The show is open until the 2nd August, and on 27th July there will be a special late opening and performance directed by the artist. Learn more and RSVP here.

We were delighted to exhibit at this year’s Museums + Heritage Show—our first time participating in this leading event for the museums galleries and heritage sector. Sharing space with many respected industry professionals, suppliers, and longstanding collaborators made it a truly memorable experience.

In the second instalment of our Japanese conservation series, Frame London’s own Leina Taylor travels to the serene northern region of Japan, exploring the materials that shape our daily work at the forefront of conservation framing. Nestled at the foot of Mount Gassan lies a small papermaking studio, home to the craft of making Gassan washi—a traditional Japanese paper known for its strength, flexibility, and durability.