DIY: Painted Mirror
Nothing makes a house feel more like a home than filling it with handmade treasures. This year I tried to get creative with my Christmas decorations and steer away from my traditional decor. I have a large mirror that I place above the mantle from time to time. The mirror’s frame was dark brown, however I’ve been having the urge to escape the ‘dark ages’, so I painted it white.
You didn’t think I was gonna stop there did you?
I began sketching some ideas for a holiday message to paint on the mirror. Having fallen in love with France this year, I felt it was only natural to bring a little piece of it into my home this Christmas.
Materials:
Acrylic Paint
Paint Brush
Creative Christmas Spirit
Clean the surface of your mirror to remove any dust or pesky finger prints. Lightly trace out your design using a thin brush and a small amount of paint. Once you are happy with your design, thicken your brush strokes and embellish to your heart’s delight!
Photos by: KHJ |
Joyeux Noel, or Merry Christmas as we like to say it. Such an easy way to spruce up a plain-jane mirror. And the best part… it comes off with soap and water. Hooray!
(I know I am being a tease with this photo of the finished mirror. I promise you will see it again very soon. Photos of my Winter Whimsy decor coming soon!)
Comments (6)
such a cute idea. i love france too! can't wait to see the FULL reveal;)
You are being a tease but I can't wait to see the finished designs!
Bonne idée! Let's see!
Your handwriting is BEAUTIFUL!
I've been an admiring of pretty writing since I learned cursive in elementary school (grade 5?)
I want to print the photo of your draft page just to I can study it and copy the writing 🙂
Sunny – By all means copy away! I like to look at different handwritings on invitations and such for inspiration. I am always amazed by the creative approaches.
Joyeux Noel !!! I love the mirror ! Merry Christmas !!!!
PS….. i know that bloggers love love love comments from their sisters !!
Love ya !