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How to frame your Sports Memory Mate Pictures: A guide to Cardboard Memory Mates

You have your memory mates prints… do you have frames for them?

If you’re the photographer, do you offer cardboard Memory Mate frames to your clients as a package add-on?

There are many framing options you can add to your sports photography packages, from economical paper portrait folders to cardboard frames and even upscale poly frames.

Let’s look at what you can do with different framing options.


The Economical: Frame your Memory Mates in Paper Frames or Photo Folders

Paper and cardboard photo folders and frames for 8″ x 10″ Memory Mate sports pictures are an extremely economical—and practical—option. Here’s why:

  • They’re made out of paper, and paper is inexpensive. (Bonus: these are made of recycled paper)
  • Photo folders have a front cover that folds over to protect your print from fingerprints and creases—perfect for handing out to athletes or parents.
  • Are you the photographer? Add your studio logo to the front cover or back of the portrait holder.
  • Or add the team mascot logo to the front cover with foil stamping.

Shop 8″ x 10″ photo folders for Memory Mates or 8″ x 10″ paper frames.


The Mid-Range: Frame your Memory Mates in Cardboard Picture Frames

A bit more sturdy than paper photo folders, 8″ x 10″ cardboard picture frames have an upscale look—at a fraction of the cost.

Here’s why you might want cardboard frames for Memory Mates:

  • Sturdy frames that are less expensive than wood frames.
  • Display on the wall or stand up on a desk.
  • Our cardboard frames are available with a glossy black wrapped finish. Or check out our mat board frames if you want to match the team colors.
  • Order Memory Mate cardboard frames blank (no order minimum!) or add the team logo with classy foil stamping.

Shown: Red Mat Board Frame for 8″ x 10″ Memory Mates. Shop the collection.


The Upscale: Frame your Memory Mates in Moulded Picture Frames

Polystyrene (plastic) frames are an upscale framing option for Memory Mates. Designed to look like real wood with a subtle decorative moulding, these frames come with your choice of colored picture frame mats.

So why go with this luxury option for your memory mate picture frames?

  • Upscale look perfect for displaying at home or in the office.
  • Adding mat board gives it a professional touch.
  • Glass face protects the print.
  • Deluxe, wood-like finishes: black, cherry, or walnut.
  • Slots for hanging on the wall, or display your 8″ x 10″ Memory Mate frame on your desk with the horizontal/vertical easel back.

Memory Mate Picture Frames… also good for Magazine Covers

We’ve all seen them (or even bought them): the magazine-style photo of your athlete, complete with mascot, position, team colors, and professional sports magazine-style layout.

Yes, the magazine covers deserve a frame, too! For framing sports magazine covers, we recommend using a sturdy cardboard frame, like this or this, or choosing an 8″ x 10″ poly frame.


Photographers: How to add Memory Mate frames to your sports photography packages.

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Once you sign up, you’ll get access to lots of wholesale resources, including sell sheets, marketing tips, pricing advice, and more. Want to chat first? No problem. Send us a message, or call our team at (800) 346-3063.

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