Dollar Store Décor Tutorial
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Pinspiration struck again.
Dollar store plastic picture frames were transformed into a set of vintage style laquered mirrors.
I adapted frou-fru Gal's faux embossing tutorial {here} and Erica Domesek's faux porcelain tutorial {my version here} to create texture on the frames.
Design inspiration came from the decorative mirrors in my apartment.
After some spray paint experimentation, the mirrored glass came out with a nicely aged look.
Read on for a tutorial.
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Faux Vintage Lacquered Mirrors
Ingredients
Total Cost = $9 (or $3 per mirror)
Protocol
Final Words:
I didn't like the metallic silver paint by itself (looked like plain sheet metal), so I went on the remove it.
The mirrors have a nice Anthropologie-esque aged effect but aren't very clear. You may want to use only Krylon Looking Glass paint.
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hree of a kind
Pinspiration struck again.
Dollar store plastic picture frames were transformed into a set of vintage style laquered mirrors.
I adapted frou-fru Gal's faux embossing tutorial {here} and Erica Domesek's faux porcelain tutorial {my version here} to create texture on the frames.
Design inspiration came from the decorative mirrors in my apartment.
After some spray paint experimentation, the mirrored glass came out with a nicely aged look.
Read on for a tutorial.
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Faux Vintage Lacquered Mirrors
Ingredients
- 8x10" Picture Frames, Qty: 3 (99 Cent Store, $3)
- Puffy Paint (Michael's, leftover from Faux Porcelain)
- Rustoleum 2X Primer, Gray (Home Depot)
- Black Gloss Spray Paint (Walmart, $1)
- Krylon Metallic Silver Spray Paint (Walmart, $5)
- Krylon Looking Glass Spray Paint (Michael's, leftover from Bike Shop Sign)
- Acetone Nail Polish Remover (Target)
- Old Sock (found in garage)
- Hot Glue Gun (Michael's)
Total Cost = $9 (or $3 per mirror)
Protocol
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| Finished Frames |
Final Words:
I didn't like the metallic silver paint by itself (looked like plain sheet metal), so I went on the remove it.
The mirrors have a nice Anthropologie-esque aged effect but aren't very clear. You may want to use only Krylon Looking Glass paint.
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Amazing! Who woulda thunk it.
ReplyDeleteGreat makeover. I love them!
ReplyDeleteThese are so beautiful!!! great idea!!! I am going to have to go to the dollar store soon!
ReplyDeleteThey turned out great. Thanks for sharing. My first visit here, so I will follow on my way out as I am sure I will enjoy engaging and supporting your special place now I have found you,I hope you will find the some time to come visit me some time. Cheers SpecialK XoXo
ReplyDeleteLike the idea! You have great pictures to go with your tutorial. I love that so thanks!
ReplyDeleteGreat idea...and I love a great dollar tree find. I'm now following, so stop by and follow back, so we can keep in touch, Lori
ReplyDeleteWow, this is genius! They look amazing! I'm featuring this tomorrow on A Little Tipsy!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for being a part of “A Little Birdie Told Me…” at Rook No. 17!
ReplyDeleteEven as the party continues to grow, I’m glad I still have the opportunity to visit all the amazing projects and soak up the inspiration that is shared each week!
Hope you’ll join the fun this week too– the party is in full swing!
Best, Jenn