The Blue Easel

Framing, Artwork/Murals, Antiques,

About us

We specialize in custom picture framing. We also have framed art, prints, antiques, collectables, and decorative gifts. We also offer archival framing,shadow boxing, and frame restoration.Also all work is done on site, nothing is sent out. We are a family owned and operated business open since 1955. We accept visa, MasterCard, and discover. We offer lay away and we also have gift certificates available.

Business highlights

70 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Custom Picture Framing, Frame & Print Restoration, Art & Antique Sales, Archival Work, Shadow Boxes, Sew Downs, Oversized, Ovals, & Restoration.

Services we don't offer

Art Appraisal.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.725 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
84%
4
12%
3
0%
2
0%
1
4%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.7
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.9
Showing 1-25 of 25 reviews

Christopher S.
02/2022
5.0
picture framing, muralist
  + 0 more
I received a surprise gift from a colleague in England for my favorite Formula 1 Driver and new it needed to be framed in an important and meaningful way and the only place to go was The Blue Easel. The craftsmanship is world-class and truly museum quality, I couldn't be happier... So, if you have something that's important or valuable that you'd like to be framed, know that it will be done incredibly well at The Blue Easel, you surely won't be disappointed.
Description of Work: Custom frame for sports memorabilia

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$621

Charles G.
10/2020
5.0
picture framing, antiques
  + 0 more
Wonderful. Artistically, carefully, beautifully framed.
Description of Work: Framed boxing gloves

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500.09

Joan R.
10/2019
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
Great! Friendly service, good attention to detail, good selection of frames. Easy to work with. I'm very picky, but they were patient with me. Definitely will use their services in the future.
Description of Work: Framing of artwork
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Rhonda S.
10/2019
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
I would highly recommend The Blue Easel. The work done was impeccable! This collection was very important to me and the owner provided top notch service. The pricing was very fair.
Description of Work: I needed a collection of arrowheads remounted on a new backing with new glass. In addition, I wanted the original layout duplicated. This required removing each arrowhead, cleaning each piece and noting the original position. There were 85 pieces in the collection.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$370

Susan H.
10/2019
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
The quality of the work is superb. They were able to frame odd items to include a brass name plate without any problems. The end result was beautiful. I would definitely use them again!
Description of Work: Custom framing for a pennant and dinner plate

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

P L.
10/2019
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
I've had multiple pieces of original artwork, posters, and one-of-a-kind paintings and drawings framed by the folks at the Blue Easel. They do more than just put the art in a frame and help with the choices of frame material, color and matting to help present the art in the best possible way. And of course, pricing is very reasonable especially for the quality of the work that they put it. Highly recommend!
Description of Work: Custom framing for original artwork

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Becky B.
10/2017
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
Great.They do a beautiful job at the Blue Easel. Very professional work with high quality products.
Description of Work: framing of artwork

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Gary B.
03/2017
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
I took some very old & special family photos to bill. They spent plenty of time helping me decide the best frames/mattes to showcase the treasures.
Description of Work: Framing & matting of historic photographs.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$800

Janet K.
01/2017
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
Great place - very accommodating - easy to work with!
Description of Work: Reframed 5 prints.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Lawrence I.
07/2016
4.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
Owner was very knowledgeable, best easily distracted.
Description of Work: 5 pieces of art work cleaned matted & framed – 2 frames custom 1 old family photo preserved.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,100

Karen D.
06/2016
5.0
picture framing, muralist
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Mark C.
03/2016
5.0
muralist, picture framing
  + 0 more
Bill did a wonderful job ! always does and this is why our church goes to him for all of our priceless artwork.
Description of Work: Had a large original piece of artwork matted and frame do.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$650

Tyler M.
03/2016
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
Excellent workmanship and service and well worth the price. One piece was oversized, two long to fit the press, but posed no problem. This proprietor has over 50 years experience and is highly skilled.
Description of Work: Custom framing of two pictures.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

Wayne C.
02/2016
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
Excellent selection of frames, good price/ valve very knowledgeable former / craftsman. Quick turn around on production.
Description of Work: I had a photo printed on stretched canvas float frame mounted. Framer “blocked up ” my canvas so it didn’t too deep down in the frame / shadow box.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$19,300

Response from The Blue Easel
Thanks for the wonderful review! So nobody gets worried about price tho I would like to point out that under approximate cost there is two too many zeros! It should read $193.00 we have one of the largest selections of frame patterns around with competitive prices to fit all budgets! Frames all custom made can range from apx. $6.00/ft to $35.00/ft so price can vary quite a bit. Also there's different quality levels of glass to choose from all with different prices. We do have some of the lowest prices around!

Francis F.
02/2016
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
The Blue Easel did an outstanding job Archival framing a historical document. This is the 3rd item they framed. All exceptionally done.
Description of Work: Framed historic document.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$240

Janet S.
02/2016
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
Bill Mutchler extremely helping in making my choices of frames. A lot of work involved in undoing pillow top embroidery & mounting & framing. My family has used this co. for 45 years.
Description of Work: Custom framing various including crewel embroidery.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

James B.
12/2015
4.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Steve P.
11/2015
4.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
We went to them. They didn’t center the picture quite right.
Description of Work: My wife used The Blue Easel. They framed something.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Response from The Blue Easel
We do offer 100% satisfaction guarantee so if there's something you feel needs to be corrected we would do it at no cost to you. It may have just been that the matting was wider at the bottom. Without seeing it i cant be sure. However I do explain to my customers that with matting I usually will have the bottom of the mat wider than the top and sides on purpose so when hanging on the wall it looks better. This is a customary practice in framing used by many framers. It's not a mistake but rather intentional. Again tho whatever the reason your not 100% happy we at the Blue Easel will be more than happy to try and correct it!

Nicole S.
10/2015
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
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Description of Work: I have been there 8 times and he is excellent. He is one of the few that do what I am looking to have done. I do needle point canvas. He does all the blocking and framing for me. The blocking is very important to make sure it’s accurate. He does a phenomenal job. He also had a great selection of frames too. The process he does for me is very intensive.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Nina A.
10/2015
5.0
antiques, picture framing
  + 0 more
.
Description of Work: The Blue Easel are great. Over the years I have many things matted and framed by them. They do great work and they do work for me all the time. I wished I could give them an A++. They have also helped donate for non-for profit organizations too.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Mae C.
10/2015
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: We plan to use them in the future. I wish I could give them an A+.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Madeline F.
10/2015
1.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: They were awful. I had to take my work somewhere else, because I was not happy with their work at all. It was not done properly, it was not center and I paid good money for that. They didn’t offer a refund or to redue the work. I was entering my artwork into a fair.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
$275

Response from The Blue Easel
A persons indecisive nature shouldn't hold any baring on craftsmanship. Unfortunately some customers can be more challenging than others. If I as a worker aren't given specific instructions in the beginning the end may not be what's expected. I guarantee satisfaction but this customer had her work redone twice for free and decided not to continue. The first time was because she changed her mind on the color that was originally picked out and agreed upon by her. The second time was because she wanted the measurements changed. My work was accurate to the paperwork from the invoice but, I still reworked her job twice. Some people can't be happy with anything but my satisfaction guarantee still stands. If she were to be more specific and less indecisive I'd gladly rework the job yet again for free. However because there's nothing actually wrong with the job I don't think I'll see it again. I did keep all the worksheets used for it, as I do with all my worksheets tho for if in the future it can be revised, copied, or updated. My apologies to any unhappy customers but that's why we DO OFFER 100% SATISFACTION!

Robert H.
10/2015
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: Their service turned out very good. I used them about a year and a half ago. They did a restoration on an old frame – they did 3 different pieces for me. They have also ordered me frames as well, specific to what I wanted. They are very good on their designs too.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$700

CHRISTINE S.
02/2013
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
Fabulous!
Description of Work: The owner was very responsive and receptive but also explained the best way to picture frame a challenging object. I had a very unique piece of art that I wanted framed for my nephews graduation. The Blue Easel owner explained the best way to frame this unique piece and did offer several options. The job turned out amazing and I would recommend the Blue Easels work to any one. The quality and the selection of frames are terrific. I don't think there is anything this shop can't frame!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$180

Tibor B.
02/2011
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
He is very good in his job and I will recommend his services. He has very nice art works and photographs. He is very responsive and a nice person. I liked his services and will use the same in future.
Description of Work: I used the services of The Blue Easel to frame a picture, about a month ago.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$450

    Contact information

    2006 Stocker Mill Rd, Easton, PA 18045


    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    Closed
    Tuesday:
    9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    Thursday:
    9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    Friday:
    9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    Saturday:
    9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    Licensing

    Insured

    Licensed*
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    Service Categories

    Framing,
    Artwork/Murals,
    Antiques,
    Interior Design and Decorating,
    Cabinet Making

    FAQ

    The Blue Easel is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: Closed

    Monday: Closed

    Tuesday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    Wednesday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    Thursday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    Friday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    Saturday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    The Blue Easel accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
    Yes, The Blue Easel offers free project estimates.
    No, The Blue Easel does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, The Blue Easel does not offer a senior discount.
    No, The Blue Easel does not offer emergency services.
    Yes, The Blue Easel offers warranties.
    The Blue Easel offers the following services: Custom Picture Framing, Frame & Print Restoration, Art & Antique Sales, Archival Work, Shadow Boxes, Sew Downs, Oversized, Ovals, & Restoration.
    Art Appraisal.

    Contact information

    2006 Stocker Mill Rd, Easton, PA 18045


    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    Closed
    Tuesday:
    9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    Thursday:
    9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    Friday:
    9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    Saturday:
    9:30 AM - 5:00 PM