July 23, 2010

DIY Mirror Projects

Yardstick Miror

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Budget Tip of the Day: Yardstick Mirror

Simple, old wooden rulers are the jumping off point for this easy DIY mirror project that will add loads of fun and personality to your space.  You only need four things to make this: a store-bought mirror, rulers or yardsticks, a saw, and wood glue.  Some great places to collect old yardsticks and rulers from are thrift stores, flea markets, or garage sales.  Use a saw or miter box to cut each one to various lengths, and place around the mirror until you come up with a design that you like.  Attach to your mirror using wood glue, layering the rulers on top of each other as you go.

Are you guys ready to tackle any of these (or your own) diy mirror projects from this week.  I have a thrift store mirror transformation that is coming your way very soon.  I can’t wait to show it off and you won’t believe the price!

Have a wonderful weekend!

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July 22, 2010

DIY Mirror Projects

Mirrored Vase

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Budget Tip of the Day: Mirrored Vase

I am so excited about how this DIY mirror project turned out. It really could not be simpler. Just take simple craft store mirrors and attach to a flat surfaced vase to add some instant glamour to your space. You can buy packs of these mirrors in both square and circle shapes and they come in an array of sizes. Play around with a few and come up with your own unique design. Attach with a hot glue gun and that’s it. Easy peasy!

Here is what I started with:

I found this vase at a thrift store last year and have used it for countless projects.  I bought one 25-pack of smaller square mirrors and two 5-packs of the larger squares.  Each pack cost me $1.99 at Michael’s.

I wasn’t sure I wanted this to be permanent, so instead of hot glue, I just used some strong double stick tape.  It works good for the time being, but definitely not something that will hold up for a long time.  But I like how it turned out so much that I might have to break out the glue gun.

Mirrored Vase

Mirrored Vase

I gave it a nice home on my nightstand.  I LOVE having fresh flowers to wake up to in the morning.  It only happens maybe twice a year when I actually splurge on buying myself flowers, but I fully enjoy it while they last.  One of life’s little luxuries, I think.

Come back tomorrow for one last DIY mirror project for the week.

I’m linking this on up to:

Get Your Craft on Tuesday, Nifty Thrifty Tuesdays, Twice Owned Tuesday,

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July 21, 2010

DIY Mirror Projects

DIY Mirror Projects

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Budget Tip of the Day: Painted Mirror

Dress up a plain mirror with a personalized design using contact paper and paint. Trace or draw any picture or design onto some contact paper and cut out. Peel away the backing of the paper and place sticky side down on the mirror. Spray paint the mirror in the color of your choice and let dry. Peel away the contact paper and enjoy your beautiful, unique creation. You can find a mirror just like this here.

Come back tomorrow for a new DIY Mirror Project.

Calling all budget decorators!

If you’ve taken on any of the budget projects I’ve featured here, I want to see your pictures and feature them here at Budget Wise Home. I wish I could undertake every single tip that I share with you, but that would be a little impossible. So don’t be shy–share what you’ve done and I’ll show you off.  It will be so much fun to see everyone’s projects!

Send your pics to budgetwisehome@gmail.com

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July 20, 2010

DIY Mirror Projects

Mirrored Plates

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Budget Tip of the Day: Mirrored Plates

Turn any decorative plate into a show piece with this DIY mirror project.  Search out thrift stores for decorative plates or just buy a few that you like at any store.  You’ll need some 4 inch round craft mirrors, hot glue, and plate hangers.  Just hot glue the mirrors to each plate, attach the plate hangers, and hang on the wall using picture hanger hooks.  Talk about an easy way to dress up a wall.

Come back tomorrow for another DIY mirror project.

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July 19, 2010

DIY Mirror Projects

Starburst Mirror Project

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Budget Tip of the Day: Starburst Mirror

Get ready to have fun this week with some fantastic DIY Mirror Projects.  This starburst mirror project is going to kick us off this week.  Most stores will charge a lot of money for these mirrors, but you can make one yourself for a whole lot less.  All you need to make this fabulous mirror are craft store mirrors, wooden dowels, bamboo skewers, metallic spray paint, and some hot glue.  Apartment Therapy has a very detailed tutorial for this project here.  They used silver leafing, but you can get a similar look that is cheaper and a lot quicker by using a metallic silver spray paint instead.  The center mirror is called a blind spot mirror that you can find in an automotive parts shop.  You might be able to find this in the automotive section of stores like Wal Mart or Target as well.  Other than that, everything else can be found at the craft store.  This mirror project is so easy to make and can become a stunning focal piece for any wall in your home.

Come back tomorrow for a new DIY Mirror Project.

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