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How to Frame Photo Booth Pictures: 4 Simple Ideas

The photo booth is often the life of the party. There’s just something about a photo booth: people relax and you capture more candid photos. But how do you frame photo booth prints?

Really, the options are nearly limitless, with professional-style print framing to DIY creations. Here, we have five budget-friendly framing ideas for photo booth prints from parties, celebrations, and events.

1. Plain paper frame for photo booth pictures

Sometimes, the best photo booth picture frame is the simplest. So why not go with a simple paper frame? Display on your desk, hang on the wall (with a thumb tack or picture hanging strips), or show it off on your fridge with some magnets.

But why put your photo booth print in a frame rather than just on its own? Simple: if left out, the print will eventually curl. And we don’t want that! A simple frame—even a lightweight paper frame—will help preserve your print.

A few more reasons a paper frame is perfect for framing photo booth pictures:

  • Budget-friendly giveaway. Great as a party favor (buy in bulk) or buy just one for yourself.
  • Blank frames for DIY event activity. For kids and adults alike! Decorate with stickers, markers, gel pens, stamps, or—if you’re brave—glitter.
White and black horizontal blank paper frames with subtle textured finish

2. Blank photo folders for 4×6 photo booth prints

These are perfect if you have a photo booth template with colorful graphics, either to match the theme, the décor, or the branding. With a blank photo booth folder, the cover folds over to protect the print inside the picture frame.

Photo folders are great photo booth party favors because:

  • The cover is designed to protect the print from fingerprints and drink spills
  • The photo folder is lightweight but sturdy enough to keep your print from getting creased

Here’s how photo folders work:

3. Custom photo folder with event branding or theme

Really want to go all-out? Then do it! Add your logo, branding, wedding monogram, your event message. Design it to match the event theme. It’s your event, your theme; run wild with it!

We offer foil stamped and printed photo folders and frames. The most popular photo folder for photo booth prints are printed. It’s a fast option for inserting prints into the folder or frame at the party.

2 by 6 photo booth picture strip folders for a wedding favor are displayed in a box.
2″ x 6″ photo booth folders with the couple’s names, all lined up for handing out after guests have their pictures taken. Photo courtesy of W Event Group.
Two Chirstmas-themed photo booth picture strip folders, each with event branding printed on the front covers.
Christmas photo booth folders with event logos and branding printed on the front covers.
Black and blue double-window photo folder holds images of smiling people.
Many event planners opt for completely custom photo folders with their brand design if one of our themed designs doesn’t fit their look.

Shown above: 2″ x 6″ Photo Booth Folders and Custom Printed Photo Folders

4. Upscale mat board photo booth frames

This is a nice gift option for event hosts, the married couple, guests of honor, or maybe everyone! Custom mat board frames for photo booth prints are an upscale gift option. If you make 4″ x 6″ prints, we have some picture frame mats to accommodate.

If you make 2″ x 6″ prints, you’ll need a custom picture frame mat—but the end result will wow. Interested? Let’s talk custom picture mats.

Black picture frame mat holds two photo booth prints. The mat has a gold logo imprint and reads  Be the spark that inspires the world.
Shown: Custom picture frame mat in black with metallic gold foil imprint.

Let’s talk photo booth picture frames.

Hi there! We’re the party people at Studio Style, and we work with event planners, party people, and photo booth companies just like you. We think every event should have a photo booth at any event—including brand activations, for pictures with Santa, or any event, really!

If you need help deciding what photo folder or frame to pick for your event, let’s talk. Send us your ideas or give us a call at (800) 346-3063.

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The Ultimate Guide to School Photo Mounts

So many school memories… which photo frames should you use to frame school pictures?

We’re here to help you break apart that mystery, and give examples of how teachers, PTAs, and booster groups use paper picture frames and school photo mounts.

Let’s dig in and learn about cardboard school photo mounts.

How to frame school portraits from picture day

The kids get all dressed up (usually) and do their hair (usually), so let’s give them that luxe framing option. And this is something that could be tied to a fundraising event.

Offer picture frame mats—either on their own or with the frame—with the school mascot imprinted on the mat. It’s a professional framing option that will protect the print, add a bit of elegance, and it just looks nice, whether displayed on the desk, the mantle, or hanging on the wall.

Gray picture frame mat holds a senior photo
Frame school portraits in a picture frame mat. Add your frame of choice or shop 8″ x 10″ or 11″ x 14″ frames with mats.

How to frame school sports photos

Whether you’re looking to frame memory mates, player portraits, or candid photos from field day, we have ideas that will suit any need, any budget.

If you’re looking to frame 8″ x 10″ Memory Mates, you have options: a sturdy paper photo folder to get the print home and store it OR a sturdy cardboard picture frame (below).

Red cardboard frame for 8x10 sports memory mates
Red cardboard frame for an 8×10 Memory Mate

But if you have other school sports photos to frame, we have some more colorful options. One of our most popular school photo mounts is a custom printed photo folder, complete with the school mascot, colors, and maybe even some photos.

Here’s why cardboard photo folders for school sports pictures are so popular:

  • The photo folder cover protects from fingerprints
  • Sturdy cardstock material protects the print in the backpack
  • A fun, colorful way to get the photo to parents or grandparents
Horizontal photo pocket folder for sports pictures. Printed with school mascot.
Custom sports photo print holder with school mascot printed and die-cut on the folder pocket. Learn about custom photo folders.

How to frame academic awards ceremony certificates and photos

Don’t just give students the paper award. Give it to them in a sturdy paper or cardboard certificate frame. Make it fun by adding your school crest, mascot, or slogan, or keep it simple by ordering blank award frames.

How teachers can use paper frames in the classroom

Want to roll a craft and gift idea into one? Have your kiddos decorate some paper frames. Draw with crayons, markers, colored pencils, stickers, or stamps. We recommend not using water colors or paints; that can warp the paper.

You might be asking yourself: are DIY school picture frames really popular?

Absolutely! DIY picture frames made at school are such a sweet, simple gift for parents or grandparents.

Teachers can integrate this activity into their curriculum for the hands-on portion. Have students draw what they’ve been talking about. Blank paper frames are popular for this, or the school can order paper frames in bulk for all the teachers to use. Add the school mascot for a school-wise coloring event!

A young child draws on a white paper frame with green and brown markers.
Color on any of our white picture frames or photo folders with markers.

How to present and display Student of the Month photos

Show off your Star Students! Display their photo for the month or week they are the star student, then send the photo home in a cute frame to display on the family bulletin board, fridge, or even on mom or dad’s desk.

A young elementary school student stands on a staircase, giving a thumbs up and a peace sign. His photo is framed in a Star Student picture frame.
Show off your star student with a custom printed frame like this.

Need photo mounts for school pictures?

We have you covered. We make paper photo folders and cardboard frames for all sorts of school events and activities. Check out our line at StudioStyle.com or get in touch with someone from our team at (800) 346-3063.

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Summer Camp Picture Frames: 5 Cute Ideas Kids & Parents Will Love

Deciding what to give the kids for camp giveaways can be tricky. Sometimes, it’s a small budget that keeps you from giving what you want. Other times, it’s trying to decide what you can give that ALL the campers will enjoy.

It’s a tough decision. But one thing that almost always works? Picture frames. Here’s why:

  • Want to be a camp budget hero? Summer camp picture frames made out of paper are an inexpensive giveaway.
  • If the kids don’t like the frame, we bet the parents or grandparents will love it! It’s a win-win.

Full-color printed frames with summer camp theme

DIY isn’t for everyone. And that’s ok! For those who want an easy summer camp picture frame gift, check out our printed frames.

We can create fully custom printed paper picture frames that make the perfect end-of-camp giveaways for campers—or their parents.

Design it to match the camp theme (or we’ll help!).

Custom printed summer camp picture frame
Shown: Custom printed picture frame for summer campground. We can make frames like this match your camp theme! Learn more about printed picture frames.

Camp craft: let campers decorate blank picture frames

Decorate with stickers, washi tape, stamps, or scrapbooking embellishments. Or pick up small sticks or leaves and glue them to the frame.

However you choose to let kids decorate, these easy camping picture frame craft is something that parents (or grandparents!) will love as a gift from summer camp.

DIY Instax Picture Frames with Decorations
An easy camp craft idea: decorate your own camp frames. Shown: Fuji Instax Wide Frame.

An interactive camp picture frame

For when you want a hint of DIY but want your camp design on it. Here’s how to design interactive camp picture frame crafts:

  1. Design the frame with your camp theme.
  2. Leave a space for campers to full in the blank with a thought, picture, or quick doodle.
  3. That’s it!
Instax Mini summer camp picture frame
The event planners left a blank space for people to fill in their thoughts. Shown: Fuji Instax Mini Picture Frame.

Coloring book picture frame

It’s a craft and camp giveaway in one clever package! You simply design a frame with a coloring book pattern, we’ll print it, and your campers color it in! Crayons works, as do colored pencils. Markers give a vibrant splash of color, but be careful! They can smear easily on the paper frames.

Greeting cards as picture frames… gifts for loved ones

Not a traditional picture frame, photo insert cards can be used as a frame… but first, kids get to send them as a greeting card.

These 5″ x 7″ picture frame cards hold a 4″ x 6″ photo. Have campers write a note inside, and that’s it! These photo insert cards come with envelopes, so they are super easy to mail to loved ones or friends. And once they get the card, they can frame it! The card frame border acts as a simple matting for the photo, so just slide the whole thing in a 5″ x 7″ picture frame.

Recycled kraft photo frame card for 4x6 photo
Take a photo of the camper, mail the card to loved ones from camp. Campers can decorate the card or just write a note inside.

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5 Reasons You Need a Photo Booth at Your Brand Activation

First things first: what is a brand activation?

More than just a party, but not a permanent experience, a brand activation is an immersive, interactive experience for consumers to get to know your brand, product, services, or mission. It’s often used for new product launch, rebranding, or to re-engage consumers with your brand.

Sometimes, brand activations are just a one-night party, kind of like a launch party. Other times, it’s a temporary install either at your place of business or somewhere related. And sometimes it’s a cross-country experience.

And a brand activation experience takes more than a party planner to pull this off. You need brand experts, designers (graphic design, interior design, architectural design, you name it). You need a marketing team to advertise the experience and keep it going while it remains open.

And you need someone to record the experience, to help you remember it. That’s where a photo booth comes into play.

1. What’s an event without the pictures?

You spent all the time and money on your event or install, you don’t want people to just forget about it, do you?

It’s that whole “proof or it didn’t happen” idea. Whether you go for a digital booth, virtual booth, or hand out printed photos so event guests can show them off at home or work, photos keep those memories alive.

The pros of a digital photo booth: Guests can instantly share their photo booth pictures to social media. Add a custom hashtag for the activation, and you have some good, lasting brand memory on social media. Also, no printed picture means nothing for guests to have to hold onto at your event; they can print it on their own time.

The pros of a photo booth with printed pictures: Guests get a printed photo from the photo booth to display at home, work, school, wherever. The print will last, and won’t get lost on their phone. But what about social media sharing? you may ask. Create selfie stations, tell them to tag your brand and use a hashtag. While a photo booth can help guests share your brand on social media, they’ll often share it own their own.

2. It’s not just for taking pictures. The photo booth is an experience at your activation.

There’s something about a photo booth where people just let loose and go wild. Throw their inhibitions to the wind (within reason!). Whether you offer custom props, use a branded backdrop, or build a custom photo booth set just for your brand activation, the possibilities are endless—and there are lots of photo booth owners who love working with creative clients who think outside the box.

Think more than just taking a picture. Make the photo booth part of the experience.

Create the custom props. Make a background that makes them says “WOW.” Design a photo set that creates an unforgettable scene.

Glam photo booth setup with gold ribbon backdrop and a group of women wearing sparkling and velvet dresses and a man wearing a floral jacket.

3. Many photo booth companies offer installs or virtual options

This is the perfect option is you want a photo booth with digital images. The photo booth company will install their photo booth at your location and leave it. If you choose to go this route, be sure to ask the photo booth owner about regular service checks and to make sure their booth is insured for this use.

Don’t want a physical booth at your event? That’s where a virtual photo booth comes into play. A virtual photo booth lets users take their own photo and add a “virtual” frame on their image. These images are really easy for event guests to share on social media. As a bonus, those images they share will have your activation branding on it, giving your brand that extra boost.

4. That photo booth picture is an easy event giveaway

If you’re already adding the photo booth to the event, may as well make the output part of the party package.

Offer printed photos as part of the swag for your activation. Photo booth companies offer templates for their 2×6, 4×6, or 5×7 prints—and often you can design your own branded frame for the print.

Another swag idea is to package the print in photo folders or paper picture frames. It’s an inexpensive addition to your event, but helps create a longer-lasting experience because of the branding potential of these photo booth giveaways.

A black paper frame with gold window border accent and logo imprint frames a photo booth print

5. Doesn’t need to take up much space.

You might have such a big install or such little space in general that you think a photo booth won’t fit. Not true!

While you can create an experience with the photo booth, you don’t have to. Many photo booths just need about 2 square feet for the camera (really!) plus space for enthusiastic guests to have their photo taken. Plan for an 8′ x 8′ space.

But there is another option… the handheld roaming photo booth! This requires someone to walk around with the camera (typically an iPad) and take pictures of guests. This option takes up the least amount of space, and as an added bonus, you get to interact with the photo booth attendant (they’re the one who takes the pictures). Roaming photo booths typically offer digital images only.


So are you getting a photo booth for your brand activation?

What activities or events you have at a brand activation? The sky’s the limit. Dream big, or crush it with something smaller but more memorable.

But having a photo booth helps guests capture their memories. It’s a worthwhile investment that will help keep people talking about your brand.

Need to package your photo booth prints? We create custom-branded photo folders and paper frames. Easy for anyone to use, and it gives your branding an added boost.

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5 Reasons You Need a Photo Booth for your Pictures With Santa

Pictures with Santa are so. much. FUN!

But pictures with Santa have changed. Remember the scene in “A Christmas Story” when Ralph and little brother Randy went to a department store to an elaborate setup with Santa up top and a biiiiiig slide for kids to go down? When’s the last time you saw a setup like that?

While getting your picture taken with Santa might not be as big of an ordeal as it used to be, it’s still very much a thing. But how you have those pictures taken has changed. Santa (and his helpers) don’t wait for you to come find them; nowadays, you’ll find Santa at just about any Christmas event planned during the holiday season.

While you can do a DIY set up to take your own photos with Santa, we have an idea that will give your party guests some fun, memorable prints: hire a photo booth.

Don’t think a photo booth is worth the rental cost? Read on to see why photo booths are such a great idea for getting your picture taken with Santa.


1. Photo booths have been around for a long time… people know how to have fun in them!

Even if the setup a photographer uses is similar to what a photo booth setup looks like, if you call it a photo booth, peoples’ inhibitions seem to dwindle a bit. Throw in some props and you have instant fun! How much fun would your party guests have if the guests and Santa used props in their photo booth pictures?

So if you want some fun, relaxed, candid photos with Santa at your company Christmas party or holiday event, consider a photo booth.

A collage of three photos of people having their pictures taken with Santa.
Photo booths often offer a more casual environment than studio portrait setups. Smile how you want, pose how you want, and shoot, give Santa a smooch if you want! Photos by Say Ya! Photo Booth. Visit them on Instagram or Facebook.

2. You can choose a backdrop to match your event décor.

Most photo booth companies have many different backdrop offerings. Some even offer custom designed photo booth backdrops!

But you don’t have to feel limited to just a solid screen. If space, time, and lighting allows, most photo booth companies will let you design your own backdrop—even if that includes Santa’s sleigh! So go on, think big.

A festive holiday scene set-up with a gingerbread village backdrop with small evergreens and Santa's sleigh in the foreground.
The sky’s the limit when it comes to your Santa photo booth setup. Add the sleigh, trees, and a backdrop. Photo by Say Ya! Photo Booth. Visit them on Instagram or Facebook.
A decorated Christmas tree stands in front of a simple background of black and red curtains for a photo booth setup.
For this event, they put a beautifully decorated Christmas tree against a simple red curtain backdrop as vivid as Jolly Old St. Nick’s suit. The sparkling garland and classic white lights add festive holiday flair. Photo by PicBox Photo Booth Company. Visit them on Facebook.

3. You can get printed AND social sharing options.

When it comes to having pictures taken with Santa, most people want the print, and that’s it. And that is perfectly ok!

But what if you want to create an online experience to further the message of your event or brand? That’s where photo booths with social media sharing capabilities come into play.

These photo booths with digital downloads or social sharing options let you share your pictures direct to your social media channel of choice. Shoot, some even offer gifs! The possibilities here are nearly endless. If you choose a photo booth with social media sharing, be sure to have guests tag your company, event, or use a special hashtag so you can follow the experience online.

Be sure to ask around, though, as not all photo booth companies offer the social sharing option.


4. Easier for kids

Let’s face it, some kids get freaked out at the idea of sitting on Santa’s lap. Even if they recognize him as Santa, he’s still a stranger up close.

When it comes to Christmas party photo booths with Santa, you have a few options for getting pictures with the kids.

First, you can take the traditional route of the kid on Santa’s lap or standing next to him. For a lot of kids, this works great. Others… not so much.

In order to keep all the kids (and their parents!) happy, consider creating a photo booth setup for the whole family to enjoy. Wary kids will be more open to participating if mom and dad or their friends are all in the picture with them.

A large group of people wear silly glasses and other props while having their picture taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Santa and Mrs. Claus posed with the kids (and their silly glasses!) on a comfy couch with the rest of the family behind them. Photo booths can allow for large setups, meaning the whole family can have their picture taken with Santa. Photo by Shutter Booth Charlotte. Visit them on Instagram and Facebook.

5. You don’t really need Santa.

Gosh, we hope that statement doesn’t put us on the naughty list. But there’s some practicality behind that statement.

If hiring Santa for your Christmas event isn’t in your budget, you still have some great options with photo booths to make it look as though Jolly Old St. Nick was there.

Santa Replacement #1: Backdrops

Back to the topic of backdrops… some photo booths might have a backdrop with Santa on it. So you just pose in front of a picture of Santa and call it a day!

Other photo booth rentals might offer green screens, so you can choose from their library of backgrounds, or perhaps even design your own.

Santa Replacement #2: Props

Every photo booth has props. And most Christmas party photo booth rentals offer Christmas-themed props as part of their package. So while Santa might not be there, maybe you can wear his hat.

Six people pose in a photo booth in front of a bright, sparkling silver backdrop. They are all wearing funny holiday photo booth props and smiling or making silly faces.
No Santa? No problem! We think these props work great. Photo by Shutter Booth Charlotte. Visit them on Instagram and Facebook.

If the photo booth doesn’t offer Christmas-themed props, ask them if it’s ok to bring your own. If you go the DIY-route, check out any arts and crafts store or yes, even Target or Walmart.

Santa Replacement #3: Custom Photo Booth Print Design

If you opt for printed photos at your holiday party photo booth, ask the photo booth owner if they offer designs on their prints. Many photo booth companies offer designed prints in their packages. Here’s a bonus: some of them even let you add branding! As always, ask these questions to get the most out of your event budget.


How to find a photo booth for your Christmas party

Need help finding a photo booth near you for your holiday event? Here are three easy ways to find a photo booth near you:

  1. Go to your search engine (ex: Google or Bing) and type in “photo booth near me”. The results will populate with local photo booth businesses for you to research.
  2. Go to Facebook and search for “[your city] photo booth”. Below the search bar, scroll sideways to look for “Pages” and you’ll find a list of pages for photo booth companies.
  3. Go to Instagram, tap the search icon and type in either “photo booth”. Scroll sideways below the search bar and tap on “Places”. Not all of these will be local to you, but many will. Another way to search on Instagram is to search for the name of your city, scroll to “Places,” and tap on the name of your city. This will give you a searchable map. If your local photo booth owners have added their business location, they will appear on this map.

If you’re taking photo booth pictures with Santa, send those prints home in a festive photo folder

At Studio Style, we design and manufacture a full line of photo folders and cardboard frames—and yes, we have LOTS of Christmas designs. Just choose one to go with your event, or design your own. Not sure where to start? We can help! Send us a message or call us at (800) 346-3063.

Happy party planning! 🎄🎅🎁

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Women’s Golf Tournament Theme Ideas

At Studio Style, we design, manufacture, and personalize a lot of golf tournament photo folders and frames every year. We’ve talked to a lot of golf tournament organizers, and helped them design picture frames for their events.

We see a lot of tournaments with a name, but no theme. It’s usually something like a scholarship fund, alumni raising money for a school, or a memorial event with fundraising dollars going toward research or helping families pay off expensive medical treatments.

But then sometimes we see a theme come through that really catches our eye. Themed golf events often double as fundraisers; the theme just helps make it a little more memorable.

So we’ve dug through our files and found some of the most memorable, most fun, and sometimes most quirky themes for women’s golf events.

Happy planning!

Memorable women’s golf event theme ideas

  • A Day for the Divas
  • Mad Hatter Tea Party
  • A Red Carpet Affair
  • Hello, Hollywood!
  • Divots for Divas
  • Hawaiian Luau
  • Wild West Showdown
  • The Roaring 20s
  • 1950s Sock Hop
  • Cowgirls / Country Western Hoedown
  • Mardi Gras Madness
  • Swing with Bling
  • For the Love of Golf
  • Queen of the Green
  • Tailgating
  • Luau on the Green
  • Putts, Pearls, & Polka Dots

Women’s golf event themes inspired by music, movies, and books

Before choosing one of these as your theme, we have a small word of warning:

We, along with any other print shop or decorator, can’t print or foil stamp trademarked images. We can, however, print or help you create a design that is a derivative of the themes shown below. If you need help designing a photo folder for your golf tournament or outing, send us your ideas or call our team at (800) 346-3063.

  • Charlie’s Angels
  • Diamonds are a Girl’s Best Friend
  • Puttin’ 9 to 5 (or Drivin’ or Chippin’—take your pick!)
  • Breakfast at Tiffany’s
  • Swingin’ in the Rain
  • Rhinestone Cowgirl
  • Golf, Girl, Golf (a play on Hollywood’s 1940 blockbuster Dance, Girl, Dance)
  • Oh, Pretty Woman
  • Girls Just Want to Have Fun
  • Dancing in the Green
  • Margaritaville
  • Wonder Women
  • Boogie Woogie Bugle Girls
  • I Wanna Golf With Somebody (an ode to Whitney Houston)
  • Desperate Housewives
  • 18 Shades of Green
  • Around the World in 18 Holes

Couples golf tournament theme ideas

  • Bonnie and Clyde
  • Dirty Dancing
  • Beauty and the Beast
  • Good Golly, Miss Molly
  • I Only Have Eyes for You (by The Flamingos)
  • Nobody Puts Baby in the Corner
  • Lady and the Tramp
  • Rhett & Scarlett
  • How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You)

Fundraiser golf event theme ideas for women

If you’re planning a golf fundraising event, you can incorporate any theme you wish. However, there are some plays on words that fit specific fundraisers and awareness events.

Breast Cancer Awareness

Whether your club or group is involved with Play for P.I.N.K. or you’re planning your own event, here are some clever themes for breast cancer awareness fundraising golf events:

  • Pretty in Pink
  • Golfing for the Girls
  • Pink Out Party
  • Golf for a Cure
  • Get Your Pink On
  • I Pink I Can, I Pink I Can
  • Fasten Your Pink Ribbon
  • Save the Girls

If you’re planning an event like this, check out our pink ribbon photo folder or our pink watercolor photo folder.

Golf memorial fundraiser themes

There is no way to define a specific list of themes for memorial golf events. However, one clever way to “theme” the event would be to honor the person or group of people the tournament is in memory of.

For example, if they loved watching football, make it a tailgate theme. Were they a glam diva? Incorporate those elements. When planning the event, have a brainstorming session to come up with some ideas as to what that person was passionate about, and what difference they made.

What’s your women’s golf event theme?

Have you planned a memorable, fun, or unusual women’s golf tournament? We’d love to hear about it! Leave a comment below.


Need golf tournament picture frames? Let’s chat.

We’ve designed and printed lots of themed golf photo event folders and picture frames. Let us help design yours!

Browse all golf photo folders on StudioStyle.com. Need help choosing the right frame for your women’s golf event? Call our team at (800) 346-3063.

Shown above, from left to right: Double View Golf Ball Texture Folder (holds two 4″ x 6″ photos), Golf Course Illustration (with FREE full-color personalization—add your tournament logo), Vertical Golf Gatefold, Golf Ball Dimple Mat Board Picture Frame, and Golf Ball and Tee (our most popular golf photo folder).

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How to choose photo booth picture frames for your photo booth prints

Photo booths had one heck of a ride in the early- to mid-20th century. Toward the later half of the century, they fell out of popularity, being relegated to dusty mall corners.

But the wedding and event planning business brought the booth back—and they brought it back BIG.

Those little photo booth picture strips the machine used to spit out? Photo booth owners still print those, but you can get photo booth pictures printed in so many more sizes: 4″ x 6″, 5″ x 7″, 2″ x 8″, and even 6″ x 20″!

The photo booth business is big, it’s bright, and it has a lot of options for brides, party planners, brand coordinators, and celebration enthusiasts.

Finding a booth is fun, choosing the props is fun, but there’s one thing that some event planners don’t always think about: how your guests are going to get those treasured photo booth pics home with them.

Sure, they could shove them in their purse or pocket, but that could leave the prints wrinkled, torn, or worse, lost.

Good news, we have some fun, affordable solutions for you.

We’re Studio Style, and we make paper photo folders and cardboard picture frames for event and studio photos. And we specialize in serving the photo booth market.

Why?

Because, while scrapbooks for photo booths are nice for the bride and groom or party honoree, they do nothing to help your guests get their pictures home.

So we stepped in to provide a practical solution for party planners. Let’s look at some photo booth picture frame options we’ve designed for party planners and photo booth owners.


Photo booth frame option #1: Paper photo folders

Have you heard of photo folders? In case you haven’t, all a photo folder is, is a paper picture frame with a flap that closes over it. Think of it like a picture frame inside a pocket folder. Photo folders are made out of sturdy paper (they’re sometimes referred to as “cardboard photo folders”).

The pros of paper photo folders

  • The cover protects the photo inside. No cake smudges. No fingerprints. No wrinkling, tearing, or creasing.
  • Lots of folder size options:
    • 2″ x 6″
    • 4″ x 5″
    • 4″ x 6″
    • 5″ x 7″
    • 6″ x 8″
    • 8″ x 10″
    • 8-½” x 11″
    • 10″ x 13″
    • 11″ x 14″
    • 6″ x 14″ / 6″ x 20″
  • Paper photo folders can be printed or foil stamped for even more branding possibilities.

Long story short: a photo folder is the safest way to get photo booth prints home undamaged.

The cons of paper photo folders

  • Because they have a cover, they aren’t designed to be displayed like a standard photo frame.

To be honest, one con is all we can think of for photo folders vs. photo frames.

One more thing about photo event folders:

Printing has come a long way, and we can easily cut out any window size you need. Want a photo folder for your square photo booth prints? We can do that. 2″ x 8″? 3″ x 7″? We’ve got you covered. Go on, dream big.

Three 2 by 6 photo booth folders printed with event details
Getting the classic 2″ x 6″ picture strips? Yes, we have paper picture folders for those, too!

Photo booth frame option #2: Paper picture frames

When you think of photo frames, we’re going to assume you usually think of the type of frame that can stand up on its own or be hung on a wall. Though photo booth prints aren’t the same as senior pictures or wedding photos, they still deserve a place of honor on your desk or end table.

So option #2 for your photo booth pictures is stand-up paper photo frames.

The pros of paper picture frames

  • They have easels that allow for horizontal or vertical display on a desk or table.
  • Paper is easy to personalize! Add your event details or branding with full-color printing or foil stamping.
  • Lots of sizes!
    • 4″ x 4″
    • 5″ x 5″
    • 6″ x 6″
    • 4″ x 6″
    • 5″ x 7″
    • 8″ x 10″
    • 8-½” x 11″

The cons of paper picture frames

  • With paper photo booth print frames, there is no protective surface over the photo, so guests will still have to take care in transporting them home.
  • Paper frames from Studio Style don’t come with wall hanging tabs. However, since these frames are made out of lightweight paper, you can easily use a pushpin, some decorative tape, or magnets to hang your photos on the wall, the fridge, or even in your locker.

So what kind of paper frames can you get for photo booth pictures?

Studio Style has a few different options for paper photo frames:

  • 14pt white cardstock
    • Can be printed in full color
    • Paper is as sturdy as a greeting card
    • We can make photo booth frames for square prints (4×4, 5×5, and 6×6), as well as 4×6 and 5×7 picture sizes (oh hey, we can also make custom sizes!)
Square picture frame printed with an 80s-style space laser design
Shown: Custom-designed square print for 4″ x 4″ photo booth pictures. Contact us if you’re interested in square frames.
  • 20pt linen-weave cardstock
    • Great for foil stamping
    • Has a subtle textured feel
    • Available for 4×6, 5×7, 8×10, and 8-½x11

Going the DIY photo booth route? If you’re using a Fuji Instax Wide or Mini camera or a Polaroid camera, be sure to check out these Instax Mini, Instax Square, Instax Wide, and Polaroid paper picture frames.


Photo booth frame option #3: Cardboard picture frames

Cardboard picture frames are sturdier than their paper alternatives, and are often used for higher-end events where full-color branding isn’t necessary. We have both cardboard options and frames made of of layered mat board material.

The pros of cardboard picture frames:

  • It has a higher-end appearance.
  • Very sturdy—stands up easily on any surface.
  • Pop-out easel for desk display PLUS tabs for hanging on a wall.
  • Cardboard frames for photo booth prints have foil stamped personalization for a classic touch.

The cons of cardboard picture frames:

  • Cardboard frames cost more per piece than their thinner alternatives (paper frames).
  • No printing options for cardboard or mat board frames (foil stamped only).
Gray and red mat board frames with gold foil logo imprints
Shown: Sturdy mat board (cardboard) photo frames with gold foil imprinted logos.

So why choose paper picture frames over acrylic photo booth frames?

The most popular alternative to paper picture frames are acrylic frames or plastic frames.

Here are three good reasons why paper is better than acrylic:

1. Paper is more eco-friendly to make and dispose of. There is a lot of discussion around paper vs. plastic (acrylic is plastic). The general consensus is that paper is generally more eco-friendly than plastic because it takes fewer resources to make, and is made from a renewable resource. A lot of it depends on where you source the paper from (we source our paper from mills that use sustainable forestry methods).

Now, the discussion on whether recycled paper or non-recycled paper is better is a whole other topic. Whichever side of that fence you’re on, we have also have a large selection of photo folders and picture frames made from recycled paper.

Lastly, if event guests decide to take their pictures out of the paper frames or folders, they can simply place their photo holders in the recycle bin.

2. Paper is so easy to personalize! There are so many options for adding your logo, monogram, or school mascot to paper picture frames. Want it printed in full color? That’s easy. Foil stamped? That’s classy… and easy.

3. Our paper photo booth picture frames are all USA-made. Since we make our photo event folders and frames (we make them in beautiful St. Charles, IL), we have complete control over the quality of the product. We can also get personalized frames to you PDQ.


Need help choosing the best photo booth frame for your pictures?

We’re more than happy to help! You can call us at (800) 346-3063 or send us an email. Or you can dive right in and see what Studio Style can do for you. Find a photo folder or frame by picture size.

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Daddy Daughter Dance Themes

Just because everyone else throws Daddy-Daughter Dances where the daughters wear semi-formal dresses and the dads wear a shirt and tie doesn’t mean you have to follow suit. We say, have FUN!

Below, we’ve selected some popular themes for parties that could easily be used for your dance. Whether you’re a park district, school, church, or community group, these ideas easily fit within even tight budgets.

And we’re just going to throw it out there, but a photo booth would be such a fun addition to any theme for a Daddy Daughter Dance. We always recommend hiring a pro (their expertise helps make your event run nice and smooth), but if you take the DIY approach, you can use a photo booth app or—if you have some photography expertise—you can set up your own photo booth.

But you’re here for theme ideas for a Daddy Daughter Dance, so let’s go!

Princess

This one might be the most used, but sometimes girls like getting dressed up like a fairy tale princess, or even their favorite Disney princess. Here are some tips to planning a princess-themed Daddy Daughter Dance:

  • Attire: Girls in princess attire (from any story, TV show, movie, or make-believe). Dads can wear a coordinating shirt color. Bonus points if they match the tie or bow tie!
  • Games: If the event is in a gym with climbing ropes, dads race to see who can climb Rapunzel’s hair the fastest. Daughters can have horse races (on stick horses, perhaps), or maybe a coloring contest.
  • Booths: Face painting! Be sure to let the kids choose the art that is painted on their dad’s face. If a face painter is out of the budget, consider a tattoo station with an assortment of temporary tattoos like these glitter princess temporary tattoos or Disney princess temporary tattoos.

Recommended Photo Folder:

Princess Crown Daddy Daughter Dance Photo Folder

This folder frame was designed with a princess theme in mind. Complete with a fairytale pink and gold crown, this design would complement the princess party theme perfectly.

Learn more about this photo folder.

Pink Princess Photo Folder for Daddy Daughter Dance Event

Sports

Second to the princess theme is a sports-themed Daddy Daughter Dance event. Why? Dad either likes watching sports or played sports as a kid, and his daughter probably plays sports or at least likes catching a ball or playing soccer with dad. So really, this one makes a lot of sense!

  • Attire: Professional sports team jerseys, or even your own sports uniform! If some guests aren’t into sports, give them some other attire ideas, like sweats or leggings, plus a comfy t-shirt and tennis shoes.
  • Games: If the girls are old enough, you could have a friendly game of dodgeball (dads throw underhand). If you can plan an event outside, here are some outdoor kid-friendly sports-themed games you could plan.
  • Food: Pretend you’re at the ballpark and serve hot dogs, nachos, chips, and popcorn.

Recommended Picture Frame:

Sports Fuji Instax Paper Picture Frame

Know someone with a Fuji Instax camera? DIY your event photos and slip them in this cute little frame so that precious prints make it home safe and sound.

Learn more about this picture frame.

Sports-Themed Paper Picture Frame for Daddy Daughter Dance Event

Fantasy & Wizards

Let’s face it—Harry Potter and Percy Jackson will never really go out of style. The magic of some book series just seem to endure, so why not center your theme around that?

While not every girl might have read the most popular fantasy series, she probably has friends who has. And if dad hasn’t read them, he’s probably at least familiar with them.

  • Attire: Encourage dads and wizards daughters to dress in their best wizard or fantasy apparel. Dads could dress as knights, a prince, a wizard, or even a court jester. Girls could be a wizard, princess, or even the one and only Hermione Granger.
  • Games: Do a “Wingardium Leviosa” game. Give all the girls wands (just go on a hunt in your backyard for some nice sticks), and have them point it at dad and say, “Wingardium Leviosa!” When she says it, dad jumps! Measure the height of the jump. The most powerful wizard (and “levitating” dad) wins.

Country Western Hoedown

Well, yee-haw! Whether you live in a dense urban environment or you can hear roosters crowing out the front door, some rustic country flair is always a fun party theme. Whether you call it a Hoedown or a Buckeroo Ball, this one will be fun.

Here’s how to make a country-themed Daddy Daughter Dance work:

  • Attire: Plaid , checker print, boots, denim, flannel, bibs (or “bibbers,” if you prefer)… you get the idea. Need some inspiration? Think Dorothy and her aunt and uncle from The Wizard of Oz.
  • Décor: If you can find it (and the venue allows), add some straw bales for some casual seating. Just be sure to throw a blanket over the top—straw can be itchy!
  • Activities: For an easy ice breaker, have an event leader teach everyone a simple line dance. Some country karaoke would also be fun.

Recommended Photo Folder:

Country Western Printed Photo Folder

This one looks great as shown, but you could add your event name to the front cover. Want a more country-looking font for your personalization than what we offer? Just ask! Our design team is more than happy to help.

Learn more about this photo folder.

Country-Western Paper Picture Frame for Daddy Daughter Dance Event

Luau / Tropical Beach

Take a trip to the beach! Well, at least pretend you are. Whether you build your own sand pit, or just have some kinetic sand for daughters (and dads) to play with, a beach-themed Daddy Daughter event is a fun idea—and a great reprieve from cold weather if your event is in the winter.

Here are some ideas for planning a beach-themed party:

  • Attire: Swimsuits might be out of the question if it’s winter, but encourage dads and daughters to wear bright colors, tropical patterns, Hawaiian Luau shirts, sunglasses, and beach hats. For an inexpensive giveaway, consider giving them leis when they arrive at the dance.
  • Games & Activities: Make colorful sand art in jars, make your own leis, or create a mini beach! Fill a kiddie pool with some sand, and add some beach toys. This would be a great activity for younger kids.
  • Music: Consider hiring a Hawaiian band to play at your tropical event, or at least a wandering ukulele player to entertain guests for a bit.

Recommended Photo Folder:

Beach-Themed Photo Folders & Picture Frames

So many beach themes! Choose a luau-inspired picture frame, or a tropical beach photo holder. Personalization on most frames is FREE!

Learn more about these photo folders.

Beach-Themed Paper Picture Frames for Daddy Daughter Dance Event

Superhero

Who’s the superhero… dad or daughter? Or both? Whatever the answer, this one is sure to pack a punch with both the dads and their little girls. Whether they want to dress up with the big “S” for Superman or don Wonder Woman’s outfit, girls are sure to love this fun party theme for their Daddy Daughter Dance. We’re pretty sure it’ll be a hit with dads, too.

  • Attire: Superhero shirts or costumes. Be sure to check with your venue to see if costume accessories are allowed.
  • Activities: Create your own superhero! Kind of like a cut-out doll, but provide a table with the all the accessories (capes, masks, outfits, etc.), and let them go to town. You can make these out of paper, felt, fabric, or a variety of materials. Decorate with markers, paint, or—if you’re feeling brave—glitter.
  • Décor: Print out or draw icons of popular superheroes to hang on the walls: Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Spiderman, Captain America. Have an artistic event volunteer? Have them create a superhero icon unique to your event!

Recommended Photo Folder:

Comic Book Photo Folder

POW! This is a folder that even Superman would approve of. Designed in a colorful comic book-style theme, this folder would look great with your Daddy Daughter Dance photos.

Learn more about these photo folders.

Comic Book Paper Photo Folders with burst design

Hollywood / Red Carpet

Treat those girls and their dads like the stars they are! Roll out the red carpet for this Hollywood-inspired theme. Great for girls of any age.

To make it more “authentic,” set up your photo booth (or just have someone take pictures) when they walk in on the red carpet. Add a backdrop or your choosing. While you could find one online or at a craft store, a DIY photo booth backdrop can be a lot of fun to make.

  • Attire: Let them dress like their favorite actor or actress, or make it a black tie event.
  • Food & Drink: While champagne is really out of the question here, why not serve sparkling apple juice or sparkling grape juice? And if you haven’t heard, there is such a thing as gold sugar sprinkles. The perfect topping for cupcakes!

Recommended Photo Folders

Red Carpet & Hollywood Star Photo Folders

The red carpet party theme is SO popular, we dedicated an entire line to it! Choose an actual red carpet, go black tie, or throw in a little Hollywood art deco.

See our red carpet photo folder collection.

Red Carpet Paper Photo Folder

More theme ideas for your event

  • Cinderella
  • Candy Land
  • Pretty in Pink
  • A Night in Paris
  • Butterfly Kisses
  • Circus
  • Sock Hop
  • Sparkle and Shine
  • Ties & Tiaras
  • Under the Sea

What to do if dad can’t make it to the Daddy Daughter Dance

If you aren’t sure if dad can make it, be sure to extend the invitation to other adult important to the daughter, including grandfathers, uncles, brothers, or even a close family friend. Scheduling events can be hard on parents, so be sure to let them know it isn’t exclusive to just dads.

What themes have you used?

Daddy Daughter Dances don’t all have to be the same. Add a fun event theme to make it a truly memorable event for dads and daughters.

Have you planned a Daddy Daughter Dance with a unique theme? We’d love to hear about it! Let us know in the comments below, or chat with us on Facebook.

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Custom Photo Folders for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Why photo folders are a great, inexpensive giveaway for your breast cancer awareness event

As hard as the Breast Cancer Research Foundation is working to prevent and cure breast cancer, public awareness and education are still needed. Your breast cancer awareness event is the perfect opportunity to share important facts and spread the word about getting a mammogram screening.

Believe it or not, custom photo folders for breast cancer awareness events are a practical, personalized way to reach current and potential donors. This creative fundraising event giveaway allows you to do more than just add branding. These pink photo holders for BCA events let you do more.

Don’t believe us? Let’s look at a quick example.

With custom printed photo folders, you can add your event or foundation branding on the front cover. On the back, add foundation facts (how much have you raised?), breast cancer screening tips, or even short stories from survivors. Be sure to add your website URL so you can continue your story online.

But photo folders do more than hold a picture—they hold memories.

A cancer awareness photo folder is much more than a promotional giveaway for your event. It’s an emotional tie to something that really matters to a lot of women—and men.

Paper picture frames and cardboard photo folders give them a way to keep that memory from your event safe. For some, the event is done in memory of someone they lost. For others, it’s for someone they know who’s currently going through cancer treatment, or for a survivor who has fought beat breast cancer.

Photo folders provide your non-profit foundation or charity a way to reach out to those who support you. This awareness product lets them know that, by supporting your organization, they are helping you find a way to prevent and cure breast cancer.

Pink Ribbon Breast Cancer Awareness Paper Frame
This paper photo folder is stamped with a lovely pink ribbon. You can order is as shown, or add your event personalization. The choice is yours! Shown: Pink Ribbon Awareness Ribbon

Here’s how to get the most out of your custom photo folder or paper picture frame:

If you’re hosting a fundraiser for Breast Cancer Awareness, we recommend you use custom photo folders to promote awareness for the cause and thank your supporters. Here are a few ideas to get the most out of your custom photo folder or paper picture frame:

  • Add sponsor logos in full color to the front or back of a custom printed photo folio for no extra charge! This gives your corporate supporters extra brand recognition.
  • Send families, volunteers, and participants home with a personalized picture frame imprinted with your event name and date as a thank you gift.
  • Mail custom event invitation cards out to past donors asking for their support.
  • Share mammogram FAQs and local resources to encourage participants to get checked. An early screening can save a life!

Need some pink ribbon frames and folders? We can help.

Bulk Breast Cancer Giveaways

Need breast cancer awareness giveaways in bulk? Order custom printed folders or custom cards.

Looking for cheap cancer awareness event favors? Sign up for our email list for special coupon codes and product promotions.

On a budget, or don’t have time for personalized picture folders? Think DIY or add a sticker or label to a blank photo folder.

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September is Save Your Photos Month!

Your photos are precious memories that you can re-live forever…unless they disappear.

Every two minutes, humans take more photos than ever existed in total 150 years ago.  A lost or damaged phone, a computer crash, or even  a natural disaster could destroy your digital photos or prints. Don’t risk losing those captured memories. Back up and save your photos today! In honor of September being National Save Your Photos Month, we’re here with some tips to keep your favorite images safe.

Tips to Backup Your Digital Photos

  • Back up your digital photos on a regular basis to a jump drive.  Once the images are off your phone or camera, store them on your home computer or laptop, as well as a dedicated portable external hard drive. You can even use cloud storage to save your photos (more on that in a moment). Ideally, it’s a good strategy to have at least 3 digital copies of your most important photos saved on different devices.
  • Display and share your favorites!  Don’t cage your memories to a digital file or a shoebox… print them out and put them in a frame! Our mat board frames are an affordable option to show off your favorite prints at work or at home.
  • Organize and tag those images. Include dates, names, ages and locations on your prints and pictures.  Ask your family members about old photos now before the information is lost, and jot down notes on a notecard to place behind the photo.
  • Scan prints and old family photos. Paper and ink are not forever, so be sure to get some nice quality digital scans of your vintage prints and old family photos, and back them up!

Tools to Organize and Store Digital Photos

If you’ve got your photos backed up, but are struggling with how to find and organize them, these tools can help.

Adobe Photoshop Elements

This program is easy and fast to use.  Definitely worth the investment to ensure you can find those precious memories in the future.

Google Cloud Storage

Google Drive or Google Photos both offer free, secure cloud storage for your digital photos. If you max out the initial 15 GB of free storage that comes with your Google account, you can upgrade your storage plan for a monthly or annual fee.

For more tips on organizing your digital photos, visit here.

Fun Ways to Make Your Photos Go Further:

Custom photo ornaments
  • Make 4″ x 6″ photo greeting cards for holidays, birthdays, or thank you cards
  • Make an album or scrapbook from your recent trip
  • Use photo booth prints as giveaways and party favors at events
  • Make a custom calendar with your photos
  • Order a photo mug, photo coasters, art print, or personalized photo ornaments for holiday gifts

It’s easy to let our images sit on our phones or our computers without backing them up, or printing our favorites. But we’re taking more pictures than ever—an estimated  657 billion photos per year, according to Mary Meeker’s annual Internet Trends report. Back up your photos today to ensure you can share your favorite photo memories for years to come.

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