I had looked at this mirror every Saturday for three weeks. On the fourth Saturday, I bought it. I so wanted it for my bathroom. Problem? It really didn't fit my cottage-style house, but it was such a great deal!!! Have you ever been there? Buying something because it's a great deal but it doesn't really work in your home? Sigh. Thank God for chalk paint :)
Here's the original mirror in all its glittery, shiny newness:
I love the texture and the pattern of the frame. In the right space, it would be lovely as it is. In my house, it is decidedly the wrong look. So I chalk painted it with a home made white chalk paint. And then I painted it a second time with an ivory tinted chalk paint. And then I painted it AGAIN with a pearl finish bone white paint (not chalk based). Then I took my sanding sponge and I sanded it.
Oh a coat of white paint is a wonderful thing!! I ADORE this mirror now. The shiny metal finish is dulled thanks to the sanding, so it looks like zinc instead. The layers of the different shades of white paint give additional depth to the look. Love, love, love - now I want to go paint my shiny stainless steel fridge to look like this... OK well, maybe not just yet, I need to get up more courage before I go there. :)
Here's a full shot:
Have a fabulous day!
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Junkin Joe
Love it! The way you customized it to work at your space is perfect! The texture looks wonderful with the white paint!
ReplyDeleteIt looks so much better with it's white paint and distressing. Fits perfectly now ;)
ReplyDeleteDef better after! Nice job!
ReplyDeleteWonderful paint job, the antique white is much more charming than the gold!
ReplyDeleteAnne love that mirror.Yes much better painted.Love the distressing too!What a beautiful sink!
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Anne
I love how you remade the mirror. Very cool! You do such fabulous work.
ReplyDeleteThat is a lovely mirror, Anne.
ReplyDeleteLooks great and I don't blame you for buying it!
ReplyDeleteHi Anne, Love the transformation!
ReplyDeleteAnn, this mirror came out so great. What little paint can do, right.
ReplyDeleteCynthia
Anne, the distressed white was the perfect way to transform the mirror to be a perfect compliment to your cottage-look. Beautifully done! You have a great eye!
ReplyDeleteJenn
Love the after! It's so pretty with the distressing you gave this mirror
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Isn't it great what just a little paint will do! :)
ReplyDeleteLovely, Anne!!
ReplyDeleteThis is so pretty now in its white coat, Anne! I love the deal that you got on it, and how you layered your paint colors. I am getting ready to chalk paint some frames that I got out thrifting this summer! I'm making my own chalk paint, which will work just fine for this project. Take care, and have a great new week!
ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty new finish! Looks great in the bathroom!
ReplyDeleteDoesnt just make you want to dance when you find what you are looking for and are able to recreate it to a one of a kind for your home.
ReplyDeleteAnne...the mirror is gorgeous!!...and you made chalk paint?...How great is that!!!....The bathroom is looking fantastic!!!
ReplyDeleteYour white painted mirror looks very cottage-y over that gorgeous sink!
ReplyDeleteHugs, Cindy
Great idea to add that pant. It is so pretty!
ReplyDeleteSurprise, surprise! It looks like award season in Blogoland, so please come over to receive the Dardos Award!
ReplyDeleteAmazing difference. The mirror is a beautiful addition to your bathroom.
ReplyDeleteObviously the mirror was just waiting for you to bring it home :-) I love the look of the original frame, but you did a great job country-fying it with the layers of paint and sanding :-) Looks great in your bathroom!
ReplyDeleteWhat a clever idea! Chalk paint it the best for adding cottage charm!
ReplyDeleteHave an awesome day rock star!
karianne
Clever idea and adds some great character!
ReplyDeleteGreat project! You made this look perfect for you space.
ReplyDeleteGreat job Anne!!
ReplyDeleteI Painted this similar mirror.I love you blow
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Hi Anne, oh my goodness what a wonderful transformation. It is perfect above your beautiful pedestal sink. Thanks so much for swinging in to check out my blogging issues..I'm not sure if I have the problem fixed or not, I sure hope so...hugs ~lynne~
ReplyDeleteLove the way it looks. The mirror is cool.
ReplyDeleteLove the white!! Looks so much more cottagey!!
ReplyDeleteWould love for you to share this at my very first linky party. My sister and I are working together over at “Think Tank Thursday”…would love to see you there!
http://www.saving4six.com/2012/10/welcome-to-think-tank-thursday-1.html
I am forever buying things that I don't have room for and doesn't exactly fit with my decorating style! You did a nice job with your mirror makeover. It fits in perfectly.
ReplyDeleteI just can't turn down a real bargain. Your mirror turned out really beautiful - very cottagey!!
ReplyDeleteJudy
It is perfect for that bath. A coat of paint = instant aged patina.
ReplyDeleteLooks lovely Anne! You and your white paint ... meanwhile I've just pulled out the turquoise spray paint ...
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Linda
Perfect! SO thankful for paint :) Thanks for sharing this at Rustic Restorations Weekend!
ReplyDeleteGreat transformation!!
ReplyDeleteSusan
Anne, Thanks so much for sharing your Cottage Style Mirror on Simple & Sweet Fridays. Love the technique you used, the mirror is perfect!
ReplyDeleteJody
love the new look of the mirror Anne! gotta love paint!
ReplyDeletegail
Oh Anne...you always put the PERFECT finish on everything! What a wonderful cottage style finish...picture perfect like everything that you create! Hugs and thanks for sharing : )
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