Vintage Mirror Makeover
Posted on Jul 25, 2012
A vintage mirror gets new life in this home decor how-to from Kelly at <a href="http://www.livelaughrowe.com/mirror-makeover/">Live Laugh Rowe</a>, all costing a very small total of $4. Materials & Tools: -Old mirror in need of a new look. -Painters tape -<a href="http://www.anniesloan.com/acatalog/paints.html">Annie Sloan paint</a> -Brown acrylic paint -Paint brush -Old rags -<a href="http://www.anniesloan.com/acatalog/paints.html">Annie Sloan soft wax</a>
Step 1
After taping and covering the edges of the mirror, we’re ready to paint. I decided to paint my mirror with Annie Sloan Paint in Provence. It’s a lovely blue! Wouldn’t you agree? Still unsure? You’ll see.
Step 2
What I love about this paint is no sanding, no priming — just painting. I applied two coats to ensure full coverage.
Step 3
I then wanted to give it a slight stain look in spots. I thought I would try using a distressed ink pad I had and apply with a makeup sponge. It looked great going on, but absorbed right into the paint. So, I moved on to my backup plan that I’ve used on several occasions, watered down Brown Acrylic Paint. Works perfectly every time!
Step 4
To seal the deal, I used my Annie Sloan Clear Soft Wax.
Step 5
Here it is completed.