JW Frame Crafters — Attraction in Glastonbury

I had ~36 pieces of law enforcement memorabilia (badges, patches, collar brass, ribbons, coins, etc.) that I wanted to place in a shadow box to commemorate the best years of my life.

I chose JW Frame Crafters after an extensive internet search. Despite being over an hour drive from my part of the State; the quality work shown on the website convinced me that this was the place that would be able to showcase and honor my career.

Joel was pleasant to deal with and quite accommodating. I appreciated his collaborative input with formatting; choosing the framing and matting, and finalizing the overall arrangement. I felt confident in his abilities and looked forward to his interpretation of the show piece.

In the end; Joel was able to take my layout example and transpose it into what I envisioned. Actually, it went beyond my expectations. Joel’s attention to detail is noteworthy. The final product produced a classy and stylish show piece that I look forward to proudly displaying, as well as sharing with family and friends.

Also, the appointment scheduling site used was easy to navigate. Joel’s timeframe of the project from start to finish was spot on. The pricing was also reasonable.

I highly recommend JW Frame Crafters to memorialize a law enforcement career. You will not be...

A Master of His Craft — and a Man of Integrity

Working with Joel Kurlan, owner of JW Family, has been an absolute pleasure from start to finish. Joel isn’t just a professional framer — he’s an artist, a craftsman, and a genuinely caring human being. Every interaction radiates warmth, patience, and respect for the stories behind the pieces he frames.

Over the years, Joel has framed several treasured items for our family — photos, keepsakes, and memories that mean the world to us. What sets him apart is his heart. His recommendations are never about profit; they’re about honoring the sentiment and vision of the customer. He treats every project as if it were his own family’s heirloom.

One project in particular still brings us to tears: Joel lovingly restored decades-old images of my wife’s paternal grandparents, her father, aunts, and uncles. Those once-faded photos became the centerpiece of a family calendar that continues to spark joy and conversation years later.

For anyone seeking more than just a frame — for anyone hoping to preserve a legacy — I can’t recommend Joel and JW Family highly enough. His work is where professionalism meets compassion, and where memories find new life for...

Fantastic quality and service from start to finish! I was searching everywhere for a place to help me print multiple copies of an odd-sized photo from my cell phone to be given as gifts. Thankfully, I came across Joel's business and not only did he make the process simple, he also came up with a great solution for matting the photos in a way that could be presented as a finished gift without having to frame each piece. Turnaround time was faster than I expected, and Joel was a great pleasure to work with. I couldn't have asked for a...