Thursday, February 10, 2011

Shabby Chic Mirror

A few weeks ago I was strolling through GoodWill and came across this awesome mirror for only $8.00.


This mirror was already a beauty "as is"--minus the dust, but gold just isn't really my style. I have nothing to match it, so I decided to paint it. 

Remember the post where I told you about the Free Valspar Paint? Well I finally got mine in and LOVE the color (It's the color on the very top of the swatch)!  

{picture taken with iPhone}

I was unable to contain my excitement...I removed the mirror and backing and got to painting!! 

{Yes, it is on a trash bag! It was the only thing I had and was FREE.} 

After the paint dried I put the glass back in....


This is MUCH more my style!!!


Now I just need to decide where to put it...hmm. 

Total Estimated Costs

Mirror          $8.00
Paint            FREE
Trash bag    FREE
Paint Brush FREE 

Total Costs:  $8.00




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  1. UnknownFebruary 10, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    You didn't tell me about getting this mirror...probably knew I would steal it from you! :D

    Love the color you chose, too!

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  2. Lauren @ Love, Water and WineFebruary 10, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    I thought that said $800 for a second and did a double take! Great job on the upcycling! I would love for you to link up any of your projects to my Ten Buck Tuesday link parties.

    And I'm a new follower :)

    www.youngnester.blogspot.com

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  3. twobutterfliesFebruary 11, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    It's gorgeous! What a find! It looks a lot like my bathroom mirror which was the same thing (horrible gold) and is now a bright turquoisy blue. Although I didn't do a post with before pics you can see it here.

    http://mytwobutterflies.blogspot.com/2010/12/crocheted-vintage-christmas-bulb.html

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  4. chrisFebruary 11, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    What a great find...and the paint is perfect. Enjoy your new creation!

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  5. JenniferFebruary 11, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    Great transformation! LOVE the paint color!
    Jen
    Scissors & SPatulas

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  6. KJ@letsgoflyakiteFebruary 11, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    You so scored!! Great makeover, love the paint choice.
    Visiting via the Weekend Wrap Up

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  7. Heidi @ Honeybear LaneFebruary 11, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    What a great find! I love aqua so much! Stopping over from TT&J weekend wrapup linky!

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  8. nap time journalFebruary 11, 2011 at 8:04 PM

    Great mirror!! LOVE the color and style :) stopped in from TT&J party!

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  9. Sew Doggy StyleFebruary 11, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    Loooooove the color you chose!! Fabulous!!

    XOXOXOXO,
    Erika and Sebastian
    www.sewdoggystyle.blogspot.com

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  10. Ali RichardsonFebruary 11, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    Gorgeous! Great job! Just popping in from the TT&J party :)

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  11. JenniFebruary 11, 2011 at 10:22 PM

    LOVE the mirror! You did a great job and what a deal you found!

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  12. AnonymousFebruary 11, 2011 at 10:22 PM

    I love the bright, bold color & the awesome detail of the mirror!
    ~Mary
    www.thecraftygals.blogspot.com

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  13. jandjhomeFebruary 12, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    I absolutely love it! I am going to go on a search for something like this. I came over from TT&J when I saw the picture, I knew I had to check it out. Great job.

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  14. Quirky HomemakerFebruary 12, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    Turned out cute! Following now from Tater Tots & Jello!
    Michelle
    http://www.heartfeltbalancehandmadelife.blogspot.com

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  15. Jayna RaeFebruary 12, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    Oooh! I almost picked that color. I got fuschia instead. I still haven't used mine.

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