Gallery in the Vault Custom Framing

03/11/2024

Well, tomorrow’s D Day! I’m getting my new knee…finally!!

03/07/2024

02/14/2024

Hi! Even though I’m not at Uptown-Downtown anymore; I thought I’d catch you up on what’s happening. I am FINALLY getting a new knee on March 11th! I guess I’ll wait and see what and where I’ll go from there! 🤔 For now, just know I appreciated your confidence in me and my work! I love framing! ❤️

02/08/2024

While moving my things out of Uptown-Downtown, I came across a photo that was never picked up…..

A man came in a few years ago and asked if I could fix a black and white photo, 12” x 16”, in a black metal frame. He was in a hurry and just dropped it off. I didn’t catch his name or phone number. I still have this photo by photographer, John Schlageck, titled, St. Martin’s, Seguin, KS.

If the owner sees this post, or if you know someone that might be missing this picture, call me at 330-749-3563. Please leave a message. I rarely answer my phone if I don’t recognize the number. I will return your call ASAP. We can make arrangements to have it returned. Please share this post to friends of yours on facebook.

Thank you,
Judi Schmitt
Gallery in the Vault Framing

01/03/2024

Well, sadly, it’s official…I’m moving out of Uptown-Downtown. I can’t believe it would actually be going on 8 years in February!! I had so much fun working with all my customers and I hope you had fun and were happy with me and the work I did for you.

This past year has not been an easy one and it was hard for me to make the final decision to “shut down” my little corner
At Up-Dn. I will truly miss you all, (especially Mary Jo)!

My knee is bone on bone and you can actually hear me coming. The last cortisone injection is still holding, so I’ve postponed my end of January surgery. It’s really hard agreeing to a total knee replacement, when my knee is just loud, but not hurting. I’m pretty sure when the injection wears off and I’m back to barely moving, that I will agree to having it done.

Unfortunately, the knee has created another problem! I guess the way I’m walking has messed up my back (again, I had back surgery about 12 years ago). Anyway, I’m now seeing a chiropractor. Please cross your fingers or say a little prayer that the immense pain I’m feeling in my back and left leg will soon be gone!! I’m just a mess!

Notice I never said I was retiring!!!! I’m praying that 2024 will treat me better and I’ll be back to framing. Where??? I’m not sure yet! But once I feel better, I’ll be looking for a place to set up shop!!

I know this is a really long text!!! I promise I won’t do this again. I’m not saying goodby, I’m saying, See You Later!!!

Thanks for your business. I’ve loved every one of the projects you gave me!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

11/15/2023

Knee update…

I am so very sorry, but it’s not great news. The gel injection was not successful. 😞 My ortho doc has confirmed that a total knee replacement is next. He gave me another steroid injection that will hopefully get me through the holidays 🤞🏼and the surgery will be the end of January.

I’ve decided that it makes no sense paying rent for my booth at Uptown/Downtown, so I am putting my framing business on hold until the new knee has me back to “normal” ( as if I was always normal…lol).

This is really hard for me. I love the challenge of framing all sorts of your projects! I will keep you “in the know” as to when, or if, or where, I will set up shop again.

Have a wonderful Holiday! This is the first holiday season in 28 years that I haven’t celebrated with you! I already miss you!!!
See you in 2024!

10/02/2023

Wow! It’s October!! Where has the summer gone?

Anyway…knee update…
Still hurts, still swells! It seems I’m on the mend, a week, or so, then out of the blue, I’m back to hurting and swelling. It looks like a knee replacement might be my next step. However, I did get a second opinion and a gel injection might help (pending insurance approval)…fingers and toes crossed. Actually prayers would be helpful too.

Anyway, I’m still able to work and would love to frame your treasures! Just call me at (330) 749-3563 and set up a time we can meet at Uptown-Downtown. I am at your service any time it works for you.

I am so sorry I have to work this way, but I’m going a bit stir crazy and would welcome your work! (I’m almost out of things to watch on Netflix)! 😳😂😂😂

07/07/2023

As summer is here and we all have such busy days, I plan to work around your baseball, soccer, camps, vacations, etc schedules.

For any framing needs, call
Gallery in the Vault Framing (330)749-3563
to set a time that works for you!

If you can’t reach my number, PLEASE leave a message and I will get back ASAP!

Happy, Happy Summer Vacation to All!!😊

06/20/2023

Another knee update…
I’m heading to the doctor to see what’s happening now, so I won’t be at Uptown-Downtown as planned. This stupid knee is swollen twice the size of the other one and there is a lump at the top of my calf that is preventing me from bending. I discovered it last night when I couldn’t sleep for pain.

I am truly sorry for constantly going back and forth on this thing, but it’s 3 weeks out from surgery and is now worse than before.

Guess I’ll have to keep everyone posted once again. Prayers would be appreciated at this point 💕

Thank you

06/13/2023

Hi, it’s me AGAIN! 😊😊😊

I had my knee scope and am hoping this long saga is coming to an end!🤞🏼

I had my follow up appt on Monday and even though it still hurts some, the doctor was really pleased with my progress. So….

I will be returning to work a week from today, next Tuesday! I can’t tell you how excited I am to get back to “normal”.

Since it’s been forever, I’ll remind you of my summer schedule. Next week I plan on being there Tues, Thurs and Friday from 1-5. I will be there to update my computer system and just catch up.

After that, I will be working by appointment. You can call me at
(330) 749-3563 and set up a time that works for you any day, Monday through Friday. I’m hoping the more flexible hours for you will make it easier to come in during the summer when everyone’s schedules are so busy.

Please stop in next week on Tues, Thurs or Fri, or just call me and I’ll be there for you. I want to thank you for your patience. It’s been a rough few months and I can’t wait to be your framer once again! 😊

05/30/2023

Hi, it’s Judi at Gallery in the Vault Framing again. I imagine you’re wondering what is going on with my business. I am still out of commission with my knee, but am finally having a scope done tomorrow and I pray the damage will be repaired and things will get back to “business as usual”. It’s been a really trying few months and I’m both a bit nervous about tomorrow, yet excited to finally start healing. I’ll keep you posted as to when I’ll return to work! In the meantime, enjoy this great stretch of beautiful weather we’re having! 😊

05/17/2023

I was so hoping to be back in business, but this knee simply doesn’t want to get better with physical therapy alone. Surgery will be May 31st. I will keep you posted how things go and when I’ll be back. I’m so sorry to cause such an inconvenience. I miss everyone and look forward to seeing you all again ASAP! 😊