If you are looking for a really fun dollar store craft, this DIY diva mirror is just the ticket. I revamped it with pretty paper, paint and Mod Podge.
I’ve noticed recently that one thing the dollar store has copious amounts of (besides frames and wreaths. Oh, and fake flowers) is mirrors.
I grabbed one with the intention of fixing it up with items in my stash – revamping something from the dollar store is a great way to use up extra supplies, including paper and fabric.
Here’s what resulted, and I hope you enjoy my dollar store craft. What have you crafted lately with dollar store supplies?
How to Paint Dollar Store Mirrors
Gather These Supplies
- Mirror – any kind, just as long as it’s not plastic
- FolkArt acrylic paint – Aqua
- Sparkle Mod Podge
- Scrapbook paper – colors and patterns of your choice
- Buttons – to coordinate with the paper
- 1-inch scallop punch
- Paintbrush
- Scissors
- Craft glue
- Sandpaper
- Mini screwdriver set – to remove parts
Here’s my mirror. And just a note – I tried making it look like it was my hair but it didn’t work.
My mirror had some sort of a coating on it, so I removed all of the little parts and sanded it. Wipe away the sanding dust with a tack cloth or wet paper towel.
Paint the wood with Aqua. You will need several coats. Set aside to dry.
Cut out shapes from your paper.
Start laying out the shapes on the mirror to figure out your design. I also used my favorite scallop punch to create some shapes.
Mod Podge the shapes to the mirror and let them dry for about 15 – 20 minutes.
Add a top coat of Sparkle Mod Podge so that your mirror really blings.
Add buttons with craft glue. Let the whole thing dry before replacing the parts.
A brand new diva mirror – what a fun dollar store craft! You can hang in a little girl’s room, if you want. A revamped mirror like this would be great for a bathroom as well.
If you enjoyed this mirror craft, I’d love for you to check out these other ideas!
Laura
Sunday 1st of April 2012
what a great revamp! I wouldn't have seen that mirror and said, Hmm, how can I change this? You've inspired me!
Sarah
Sunday 1st of April 2012
The dollar store is awesome!!!I would love for you to share this at my Flaunt It Friday link party. There are also TWO amazing giveaways this week! It closes Sunday at midnight.Looking forward to more posts,Sarah@www.dottedlinecrafts.com
Claire
Sunday 1st of April 2012
Awesome before & after! I'd like to meet the person who has the original mirror on display somewhere in their house ;)
The layered scallop shapes and embellishments looks great together! I knew I should have bought that bottle of Mod Podge for 50% off at Michael's this morning . . .
Claire @ alittlesomethinginthemeantime.blogspot.com
Rachel {BubblyNatureCreations.com}
Wednesday 28th of March 2012
HOw cute!!! I just love Dollar Store Crafts!! xoxo- Rachel
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Karah @ thespacebetweenblog
Tuesday 27th of March 2012
What a great upgrade!! I love making something from the dollar store work in my home...it really is amazing the potential.
This wouldn't be necessarily easy for me, but if you have any super simple projects or tips you'd like to share I'm hosting a link party today with a few fellow bloggers. I'd be great to see you linked up. :)https://thespacebetweenblog.wordpress.com/2012/03/27/diy-spring-wreath-painted-with-seaglass-and-driftwood/Karah