Thank you Yoko for doing such a superb job on framing our artwork. The frame you selected is just as much a masterpiece of art as the actual art I brought to you! You are a master. Thank you! John & Sherlock read more

Accentric Custom Framing - Sherlock the Dog. - Framing Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

See all

Fantastic, meticulous framing of our treasured old pictures. Wide selection of options and patient, deliberate advice and guidance.

I had a great experience with Yoko/Accentric Framing. I had a framed item that was my late mother's that fell off the wall and the glass broke. Took this to Yoko on a Wednesday and it was done by that Saturday! I assume full framing jobs likely take longer, but was definitely thrilled with the turnaround time for my frame. She emailed me after a few days advising of some changed she needed to make to our plan and then we spoke on the phone to make sure I understood what she was asking me. The frame looks much better than it did and I am very happy with the result. I also thought the price was very fair. Accentric is definitely recommended by me! Yoko is also super nice so I would question any review that says otherwise as potentially being a fake one. read more

I had a horrible experience here. The owner was pretentious and condescending. She acted like she was above my framing needs. I always try to shop local first but I will never go back to this store. Customer service is simply appalling. By the way- my framing job was a few thousand dollars. I spent my money elsewhere. read more

Yoko is just the right mix of kind, patient, understanding, and professional. Upon walking in you feel calm, even with an overwhelming amount of frame and mat options available. She makes great suggestions, gives you things to consider about the frame and mat, and is patient while you debate what will look best. I had a frame mishap within minutes of getting my custom frame home, she kindly welcomed me back in and made the necessary adjustments to make it perfect once again. I would recommend her and her services to anyone! You can call or email to make an appointment and she will follow-up! read more

I love this place! Great work and super friendly. I had a poster framed here and it looks beautiful. Thank you!

Updating this review several years out - we have had a number of pieces framed at Accentric, and the work is always excellent. Yoko's eye for frame and mat choices is fantastic, and the consulting she provides to help find the right frame is a big reason why I come back. She has always provided something far better than I could have chosen on my own. read more

This custom framing shop was fabulous! I had a great idea of having two newspapers of the White Sox World Series custom framed for a HUGE Sox fan (Go Sox!) for a Christmas present. I've had those papers for obviously over a year and one was pretty messed up. Yoko did a fabulous job framing both papers for me and explained the type of glass she suggested and frames. She even gave me a detailed price range between two frames I was debating on. The framed newspapers came out wonderful! And my #1 Sox fan was speechless! read more

Yoko and Accentric came highly recommended from a friend. We had a couple pieces we wanted to frame, but were hesitant based on past experiences with large framing quotes from big-box corporate art stores. The last thing we wanted to do was spend significantly more on framing than the actual cost of the art. Well, we were completely blown away by Yoko. She had amazing insight and suggestions on how to mat and frame both pieces. The one especially (three small etchings) needed some help to make it significant and impressive. Her suggestions worked perfectly, and it looks beautiful hanging on our wall. Both works turned out wonderfully. Yoko definitely has a good eye for making a frame "work" with and enhance the art/material. On top of the personal touch she provides while consulting, the turn around took just a week! The service was impressive, and the price was fantastic. We were quite surprised how reasonable it was to get two custom frames for our art. We will definitley be back to visit Yoko, and would recommend her to anyone looking for custom framing. read more

I decided to use Accentric based on yelp reviews. I needed a piece of glass for a really expensive print that I bought in a moment of absolute financial insanity. That being said, I need to get this framed. I went to the framing center at JoAnne fabrics and was quoted a price of 100 bucks for a piece of UV blocking glass, plus I'd have to wait several days for the glass. I decided to ride my bike to Accentric for a quote. The owner told me that it would be 60 dollars and she could do it right then! If I hadn't been on a bike I would have walked out with a piece of custom cut glass. That's service. I have the glass now. It was fast, efficient and painless. And now I have a professional framing headquarters! Totally recommended. read more

As a Bucktown local interior designer I take extra effort to support local businesses for my customers needs as much as possible. Couple of years ago I started using Accentric for my customers custom framing jobs. Yoko is great to work with and all my customers have been very pleased with the end results. She has taken extra steps at times to provide us exactly what we been looking for. Katarina Andersson, KMA INTERIORS www.kmainteriordesign.com read more

I took two pieces to get done, and the experience was great. Yoko the store owner was patient and worked with me in my budget. She made good suggestions and the final products were extremely well done. That said, the price for two pieces (27"x40" in metal and one a little smaller in wood) were about $335. Not thrilled about the price, but I know the quality is *much* greater than had it been at a chain store like Michaels. It probably would've been cheaper at Michaels, but only moderately so, while the quality would've been far worse. The clients bring in pieces like true artifacts: original paintings, war flags, and original maps. A bit much for my pop art posters. I can't say I would get more than two or three of my favorite pieces done here, and then probably consider a Groupon for a piece I might not want done quite as well from another independent framing shop. read more

As someone who has never had to frame anything, I chose Accentric based on the Yelp reviews and the sticker shock at the major craft stores. Yoko was incredibly nice and her full price was less than half what was quoted at JoAnn & Michael's. I was giving my sister two graphite drawings for her wedding and Yoko paired them up with great mattes and simple frames to match any decor. She also turned them around in 2 weeks, where the big stores were quoting 10-12 weeks. I'm glad I went with an independent shop for several reasons. I supported a local business instead of a corporation, I discovered a person that really understands customer service, and I received outstanding work for a reasonable price. I also received a Christmas card 3 months later hoping that my sister enjoyed her wedding gift....which she did! Thanks Yoko! (and Teddy) read more

I love this place. It's small, full of light, a very peaceful creative space. The woman who owns the shop is attentive, thoughtful, and committed to quality work. She takes her time and gives you her full attention. Highly recommend. read more

I used my yelp deal here to get two pictures framed. Yoko helped me pick out frames that I probably wouldn't have chosen on my own, let alone at a mass place like Michaels. She quoted me about 2 weeks time to finish it and that's how long it took. Note that the store isn't open on Sundays or Mondays so if you need a quick turnaround, take that into consideration. I haven't had other pictures framed like this before so I can't necessarily compare price or quality with the work done by Yoko but I'm pleased with how they turned out. For those of you who aren't dog lovers her sizeable dog Smokey sometimes hangs out on the weekends. read more

I had a painting (oil) that I had wanted to frame for some time. Took it to Accentric where Yoko was great; very open to discussing ideas. I am very pleased with the result. I felt the price was very fair and the quality is excellent. read more

Tucked in the back of the 7-11/My Pie shopping area, Accentric is one of Bucktown's best-kept secrets as far as picture framing is concerned. I brought in a play program that needed to be framed as a wedding present. It was an ugly, Xeroxed mess. Yoko, the owner, did a FABULOUS job framing it - the bride and groom were overjoyed when the opened it. I would HIGHLY recommend Accentric, not just because of the frame selections, but because of what Yoko does with them. It's also nice to support small, local businesses rather than go to a generic framing place..... read more

Go here if you're looking for a frame store that: a) doesn't know what they're doing b) doesn't meet deadlines (which she herself sets) c) sells frames that fall apart (in about 4 weeks) d) tries to shirk their responsibility when said frames fall apart e) charges you a bundle for the above. I was so excited to get some great pieces framed and from the yelp reviews, I thought it was a no-brainer. Yoko and Accentric Custom Framing had great GREAT reviews. (why do you guys lie to me like this?!) Anyway - piece #1 - was not ready when she said it would be and after a month was literally falling apart at the seams (the wood on the left side of the frame separated from the other three pieces and put our artwork in danger of being damaged). Although Yoko is the owner of this place, she couldn't do anything without checking with the manufacturer - if they weren't going to take the frame back, then she wasn't either (not what you deserve when you pay someone this kind of money). She continued to say that "over time" the effects of temperature fluctuations can affect frames like this. REALLY?! OVER TIME - like 4 weeks?! What?! Is it too much to expect service or responsibility these days for the price you pay? Pieces 2 & 3 - Piece 2 came out ok and although it was not ready for a week and a half after it was promised to me, I'm satisfied with it. Piece 3, however (and this is partly a bad on my part, since I failed to realize until I left her store that this was a standard size print (16x20)) was a headache. I was ordering a very simple frame in a standard issue size and in my opinion, Yoko should have mentioned this to me - that I could buy the same frame, same material, same size, etc for hundreds less. Instead, she ordered me a custom-made standard 16x20 frame, priced it out at like $350 and told me that it would be done in 2 weeks. A couple hours later, I realized this, called and tried to cancel the order - had to leave a message. I hear nothing back from her. I call again a few days later to make sure she got the message - she says that she did, but she ordered the frame already and couldn't reverse it (a call back would have been nice). At this point, I'm annoyed. She eventually says she has to see if the manufacturer will eat the cost (since they should have noticed/mentioned that what she was doing was stupid??). I mean, really - this is your profession and you charge people for your "expertise" - take responsibility for your mistakes. Finally her manufacturer canceled the order and I got my $350 back, but not without a lot of work on my part. Her service sucks, her inability to take action or exercise authority is lame and I would never go back. Long story short - go anywhere else - and don't pay a premium for sub-par service, lack of knowledge and inability to meet expectations just because someone has good yelp reviews. read more

I don't know what kind of ugly bug that person from SF has up their ass but my experiences with Yoko have been nothing but positive. And I'm PICKY! I've taken multiple items to Yoko to be framed. I guess I'm not one to care about deadlines so I never cared when she said they'd be finished. On that note, all of my pictures were finished within two weeks. She took the time to help me select frames because I am horribly, horribly uncreative. My pictures all look lovely. All three items look perfect. I smile each time I see them in my apartment. As long as I live in Chicago, I will use nobody else for my framing needs. And a great big bonus is her cute dog named Teddy. I love him. :) read more

I had an incredible experience with Yoko. I brought in my grandfathers discharge papers from the Army after WWII wanting it framed as a gift for my father. Yoko was incredibly patient and helped me pick out a great frame and matte that came within my budget. When I went to pick it up, I was completely blown away. Not only had Yoko done exactly as we had agreed, she had put a matte and glass on the back of the document as well since it also had writing on it (without charging me extra)! I was so happy with the finished product that I will always get my items framed here and will always recommend people get there items framed by Yoko! . read more

My wife and I purchased a very large print on our honeymoon that we wanted framed. It was about 80inches by 30inches. First I took it to Artist Frame shop where the quoted price was $1,000. Good thing we didn't go with them because we took it to Accentric and Yoko's price was almost 500$ cheaper. With the EXACT same metal frame I picked out at the previous shop. It took about 2 weeks, and it looks great. We are very happy with it. Its nice that she is the one that helps you pick out the frames and also does the work herself. At Artist Frame shop they have frame consultants who couldn't answer some of the questions I had because even though they pick out the frame, they are not the ones that actually frame your picture. Anyway, we would for sure go back and would recommend it to anyone looking for custom framing. She has a huge selection of frames and is very talented. Thanks a lot!! --here is an update to our review. Anyway, My wife and I recently purchased some prints and wanted them framed, we would not even think about going anywhere else. We had a total of 4 pieces that needed framing. We took them back to Yoko because we know that she does a fantastic job, and she did. All 4 turned out wonderful. Sadly we are moving out of the area and Yoko offered to box/pack all of our art for us, which was great. She is truly talented and a great deal. Like I said above, when I first was looking for a frame shop I shopped around, and her store was by FAR cheaper than any other, and most importantly her work is excellent. You cannot go wrong taking your art here to be framed. She does all the work herself, nothing is sent elsewhere which happens at the big box stores. Don't be fooled by ONE negative review when every other reviewer gives her 5 stars. Take your art here if you want honest, professional, reasonable work. Thanks Yoko!! read more

I purchased the Yelp deal and it was a great value. This store has a plethora of frames to choose from and Yoko is extremely helpful in helping you pick out the best frame and mat for your art at the pricepoint that you desire. She has helped us twice now with custom art and it has always turned out just lovely and the process was quick and easy. I would definitely return to frame other art in the future and recommend their shop to anybody with custom framing needs. read more

Phenomenal framing. Yoko is a perfectionist. Always on time. Highly recommended. read more

Awesome job. Helped guide me towards a better coordinating frame than I was leaning towards initially, and it turned out great. Expensive, but what frame job isn't? read more

If I could give this shop and the owner zero stars, I would. This is the closest thing to a scam I've ever experienced in Chicago. Firstly, her prices are absolutely exorbitant. She charged me more than double what I was able to later pay at a frame shop just down the street. But the real reason that I don't believe this shop owner should even be allowed to operate is what happened after I paid her and left my art with her to be framed. After telling me that my project would take 8-12 weeks to complete (more than four times the length it was completed by another framer in the area), she never called to give me a single update. I initially took her word for the timeline, as I understand the pandemic was causing unprecedented delays and shortages. But after 12 weeks of not hearing a peep, I finally called her. And THAT was when she told me that she had FORTY projects ahead of mine. All this while she already has $1600 of my money that I prepaid her. She had my money for 12 weeks. And all that time, I didn't receive a single heads up, email, call - nothing, to tell me that her original timeline was nowhere even close to what it would actually take her to complete my work. And then she had the audacity to try to tell me that the delay was because of an injury she sustained - an injury, which she had already endured well before I paid her and she gave me the initial timeline. And still, she had no excuse for the three-month lapse of communication. I guess the one-star is appropriate as she was very amenable to giving me my money back when I asked. Though, I probably should have charged her interest. read more

I can't believe someone complained about Yoko's service or even worse her dog! Yoko has always been very helpful and honest. She's an independent business person without a corporate mandate to hit certain sales goals or push cheaper frames. You can trust her advice and I for one appreciate her low key style. And her dog is great too. Give her a shot; she knows her frames. read more

This is the only place I will ever use for my framing needs. Yoko is a very talented, skillful professional. She always gives helpful input and guidance for finding the best way to frame something, and I'm happy with everything she's done for me. I recommend her highly. read more

I chose Accentric based on a friend's recommendation and I'm so glad I listened! Yoko took her time to make sure she found out where and how I wanted to hang the piece, I explained what I envisioned for the framing and finished look and she had exactly what I was looking for. I was beyond pleased after bringing it home and seeing that she had mounted extra blocks on the back to give me multiple hanging options (the piece is abstract and doesn't have a designated "up" or "down", "right or "left"). I cannot recommend Yoko and Accentric highly enough! The customer service is warm and personalized, and the final product is truly top notch. read more

I recently took all of my husband and my diplomas to Accentric Framing to be framed. Yoko did a terrific job. She took the time to see what would look best to compliment the gold seal in our diplomas and coordinate with a picture of our alma mater that I brought in. It was definitely pricey; however, it is beautiful work. It doesn't look like we went to Target, bought a frame and threw it together ourselves. I think Accentric Framing is well worth it for the quality. read more

Yoko was awesome helping me choose the frame, matting and layout of my framing project. She also was willing to work with me on getting the framing done by my deadline. The day it was due, there was a problem, they fixed it and were willing to stay at the store until I got there because I needed it that night. Next framing project I will definitely be going back to Accentric. read more

Really wanted to like this place, came here because of good reviews.. Well, the owner quoted me $500+ for a 20x20 oil canvas painting (liner + frame + labor ( really?? Isn't it included in the price which is already ridiculous). I understand everybody has different sales strategy, but it seems way too much and it's not like I was offered my dream frame. read more

Awesome all around. Good service, competitive pricing, excellent craftsmanship.

Only one piece but Yoko treated me like I was an important client. (Indeed, I had called ahead to see if she could do what I wanted; then, even though I did not identify myself when I walked into the store, after a few minutes of talking to me she remembered the phone call.) The work was completed on time and it looked great. I would recommend her without reservation or qualification. read more

I have been using Yoko for about 4 years now consistently. I love her work. She has expanded her frame styles to suit my needs which I appreciate and she goes out of her way to get things done by deadlines and really does a meticulous job. I like her more than I like Artist Frame Service. They do not have near the amount of frame choices.....and I think they are a bit more expensive as well. read more

I took my 85 Bears super sized team photo poster to get framed here. Yoko did the framing and I have to say that the boys are currently hanging on my wall looking better than they ever have. The turnaround time was great because they had it back to me within a day. I will use this place again if I have anything that needs framing in the future. read more

I found Yoko and Accentric on yelp and was very happy, both with her help and her patience while I decided between different frames. The end product was reasonably priced and well done. Yoko finished my piece in plenty of time for Christmas. I plan to bring other work her way - so support your local business over the chains. She also has a great big friendly dog that you may meet in the shop. read more

Ask a frame during holiday season for a birthday. Told me two weeks time and manage to get it done the same week before the birthday. Fan looks pretty good and service is astonishing Bravo read more

Yoko did a great job of framing 3 pictures that I picked up from Bucktown Arts Festival. She did it at a very reasonable price which was made even better when I got the Yelp discount. If you have prints, pictures, or anything that needs to be framed - go here. read more

The lady who helped us was very friendly but she didn't seem like a salesperson. We saw a frame for our oil painting exactly the same as in another shop that we liked and provided the quote we got. And her quote came out to be twice as much. read more

I had two prints framed. Here's what you would expect from a place like this: She provides great info on their materials, different grades of glass, frames, mats. Wire hangars were mounted in the exact same position on each frame, which means nails can be placed in the walls on the same line, and the tops of the frames are completely aligned. The wire was immaculately wrapped and finished. Corners of the matts were cut perfectly, not one mistake. Rubber bumpers attached to the bottom end of the frame. Of course the frame itself looked great, but the devil's in the details and this shop goes all the way when it comes to those details. read more