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Subject:             The Frame Dames Shed Light on Local Artists

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Windows Shed Light Onto Local Artists

“I hope this new space will have a positive impact on the art community,” says Ford. Ann hare and Sarah Ford owners of The Frame Dames in St. Johnsbury are showcasing local artisians work from the surrounding community in their new remodeled space on Railroad Street.

The new location has given the owners the space they need to showcase products and local art in their large storefront windows. Hare and Ford spend a lot of time on their display windows, and feature many Northeast Kingdom artists, such as Matthew Payeur, Kelly Mawson, Phyllis M. Gable, Danelle Noyes, Crystal Lynn and even owner Sarah Ford displays her handcrafted jewelry. 

The larger space and more ideal location has allowed Hare and Ford to expand their product base to offer art supplies and has provided a space for local artists to showcase their work. The Frame Dames store has showcased a variety of art disciplines, from pottery to hand braided rugs and from photography to glassware.

Hare and Ford, previous Uniquity employees, decided to open a business of their own. They spruced up a vacant building in St. Johnsbury, turning their business dreams into a reality. The building was once home to Aqua Realm and before Ann and Sarah moved into the space it sat vacant for one year. “ We opened on June 18th. It took us one week to move in, remodel and open,” says Ford. “We moved around walls, remodeled the bathroom, refinished every surface except the ceiling and installed new lights.”

Hare and Ford previously worked in the frame shop in the back of Uniquity on Railroad Street in St. Johnsbury. “Being in the back of Uniquity made it difficult for window advertising, if you didn’t know we were there you never would,” says Ford. They haven’t moved far, just a few stores down, and have witnessed a great difference the new location has had for business. "Business has just about doubled since we moved, we attribute that to our display windows right on the street," says Hare.

The Frame Dames new location is at 418 Railroad Street in downtown St. Johnsbury. You can visit their remodeled store, Monday-Friday from 9:30-5:30 and Saturday from 9:30-1:30.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:

Ann Hare or Sarah Ford

Co-Owners of The Frame Dames

(802) 751-8721

Ann.Hare@hotmail.com

Sarah.ford@gmail.com