ATL Collectibles & Custom Framing provides shadow box framing Atlanta families trust for medals, flags, heirlooms and memorial pieces, using archival mounting that never glues a keepsake down. Our framers plan each layout with you at The Mall at Stonecrest, and you preview the design before production begins.
Objects, not paper
A shadow box is framing for things with depth. Medals hang at different heights, a baby shoe needs support at the heel, a folded flag must keep its triangle. Keepsake framing means planning spacing, backing color and depth around each object so nothing presses against the glass and nothing slides over the years.
At a glance
Popular pieces: military medals and flags, memorial items, baby keepsakes, wedding pieces, graduation cords
Mounting: stitched, pinned or archival mounts, never glue
Add-ons: photos, letters, programs and nameplates cut into the mat
Materials: acid-free backing, deep mouldings, UV-filtering glazing on request
Quote: free consultation, booked online
Shadow box framing Atlanta customers ask for most often
Military shadow box: medals, ribbons, patches, dog tags and a folded flag
Memorial shadow box: a photo with a program, a watch, glasses or a favorite object
Family: baby shoes, christening gowns, first locks of hair
Milestones: wedding invitations, graduation stoles, retirement gifts
Collections: coins, pins, patches or small figurines
How a shadow box order works
1. Bring every item you want inside the frame
2. We test layouts on the backing and show you the design preview
3. Approve materials, depth and glazing with a written quote
4. Our framers mount each object and seal the box
5. Pick up a finished display ready to hang
Planning a military display
A military shadow box follows its own order. Medals and ribbons usually run in order of precedence from the wearer's right, the folded flag sits in a fitted triangle section, and a service photo or discharge document completes the story. We follow the layout the family wants and keep every item removable.
Heirloom preservation
Keepsakes are often older than the frame around them. Acid-free backing and stable mounts follow the preservation principles the [Library of Congress] recommends for family treasures, which keep fabric from yellowing and metal from tarnishing against acidic board. That heirloom preservation is why archival mounting is standard on every box we build.
Also available
Signed jerseys and sports gear have their own page: [jersey framing]. For prints and photos, see [custom framing in Atlanta].
Pricing guidance
Shadow box price depends on the box depth, overall size, the number of objects to mount and the glazing. We give a written quote before work begins.
Frequently asked questions
What can go in a shadow box?
Almost any keepsake with depth: military medals and flags, baby shoes, wedding items, graduation cords, sports gear, letters, jewelry and memorial pieces. The frame is built deep enough to hold the objects without pressing them against the glass.
Will my items be glued down?
No adhesive touches valuable or sentimental items. We stitch, pin or use archival mounts so everything can be removed later without damage.
Can you make a memorial shadow box?
Yes. Memorial shadow boxes often combine a photo, a folded flag or program, and a personal item such as glasses or a watch. We design the layout with you so the display honors the person the way your family wants.
How are military medals arranged in a shadow box?
Most families arrange medals and ribbons in order of precedence, with the folded flag in its own triangle section and a photo or document alongside. We follow the layout you choose.
Can I add a nameplate?
Yes. A nameplate with a name, dates or a short line can be cut into the mat or mounted inside the box.
Start your shadow box
[Schedule a free framing quote] or bring your keepsakes to the framing counter on Level 2 of The Mall at Stonecrest.