Beautiful friends, I have another cheapie thrift store makeover for y’all today!
This mirror has been in my stash for probably two years now:
It was only $6 so I really couldn’t pass it up.
It originally had hinges on either side that probably attached to two smaller mirrors on either side, and sat on a dresser. I removed the hinges and filled the holes several months ago and this is how it has sat in my storage room ever since.
I decided to pull it out and just start painting…
Yes, I painted it white, but what is great about mirrors like this is you can attach hooks on either side and create a hall tree of sorts with them:
I found these hooks in a box of three at TJ Maxx for $7.99, already painted white:
This mirror would be perfect atop a table in an entryway to collect keys, leashes, hats, etc.
This would also be great for a dressing table.
It’s pretty cute on the wall here in my office with my sofa table I stole from the living room!
Read more about my office feature wall HERE.
When painting a mirror frame, I always remove the mirror when possible. (And that’s our garage packed with all our outdoor furniture in prep for the hurricane!)
It is so much easier, and I can paint the back of the frame as well so the mirror won’t reflect the ugly brown.
I did have an issue with bleed-through in a few areas this time:
A quick spray of Rustoleum’s Clear Matte spray (affiliate) sealed those tannins in perfectly, and I was able to continue painting without issue.
I used Behr’s Bit of Sugar made into DIY Chalk Paint (recipe HERE) for this one. It took three coats. A quick sanding followed by a coat of Annie Sloan’s Clear Soft Wax and it was complete.
I hope you enjoyed this simple update! If you liked this makeover, you’ll enjoy this one too!
See how I repurposed this mirror HERE!
I’ll see y’all back here on Tuesday with this very hotel-esque headboard:
UPDATE: See how I repurposed this headboard HERE now!
Have an awesome weekend! 😀
XO,
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Petra says
I knew you’d paint it white 🙂 VERY nice! And it’s quite large too! Looking forward to the bedhead post 😀
Christy says
You know me well ha ha! Thanks, Petra! XO
Mary Kaiser says
That turned out fantastic. It is amazing what some white paint will do to make a dated pieces so fun and fresh looking. I love it.
Christy says
Thanks, Mary! It almost makes me want to keep it…good thing I don’t have a spot for it! XOXO
Becky says
Beautiful! I feel a need for a mirror now! : )
Christy says
Thanks, Becky! I have a hard time passing up a good mirror! XOXO
Lilly says
Looks lovely! Always look forward to your posts. 🙂
Christy says
Thank you SO much, Lilly! XOXO
Sherry Stuifbergen says
Can’t wait for you to do another “Thrift Store” tour! You do good work.
Christy says
Thanks, Sherry! I am in the process of editing a new thrifting video now…will be sharing next month! 🙂 XO
sharon austin says
When I think of all the mirror’s I’ve passed up!…………
Christy says
Right?? That happens to me all the time…the minute I get rid of something, I see a great idea for it! XO
sharon austin says
exactly!
Robyn Wright says
Why does white make everything look so much prettier?
Also, I need to paint the 2 gold/mirror jewelry trays I have. Did you keep the mirror on the bottom or did you paint over it too?
Christy says
I know…I would paint all the things white if I could! That little tray came from Hobby Lobby and the bottom was already painted, no mirror. I did dry brush it a bit to whiten it up though. XOXO
MaryJean says
It seems that you survived “Florence” I’m glad to see! I have family in the Carolinas and we heard they were safe and sound also.
I love what you did with the mirror! And those hooks were the perfect touch! I have tried my hand at making a drawer for my TV cabinet turned kitchen island and I’m happy to say it turned out great! I have it posted today if you’re interested in seeing the results. XOXO my friend!
Christy says
Thanks, MaryJean! We were very fortunate here as the storm moved further south of us. We have family in both NC and SC and all are are as well. These storms can be so scary! I’ll have to stop by and take a peek at your new island! XOXO
Cecilia says
I love that style of mirror! It does look great atop your sofa table too; I can just see that in an entryway! Beautiful! Hope you weathered the hurricane without any issues.
Christy says
Thanks, Cecilia! I’m kind of glad I don’t have a place for it because I kind of love it with my sofa table too lol! And the storm veered south so we were very lucky thank goodness! XOXO
Angela says
It’s beautiful, I love it! You always surprise me with what you do to a piece. I especially love the idea of the hooks on both sides of the mirror. It really dresses it up and gives it character and function. Thank you for sharing your beautiful work.
Christy says
Thank you so much, Angela! I’m glad you like this one! XOXO
Debra A Wise says
Dang, I threw one like this away when we moved last year. Wished I’d had the vision you did with it.
Christy says
Oh no, Debra, I hate when that happens! XO
Lizzy Leff says
Very pretty!
Christy says
Thank you, Lizzy!! XOXO
Cecilia from Georgia says
I love the transformation! I am sorry you had bleed-through but it is nice to see how you fixed it. I have followed your suggestions from past posts and everything you share works great. It’s nice to see options. I hate bleed-through more than any other problems. Thanks for a cute and easy idea.
Christy says
Thank you, Cecilia! I haven’t tried using the clear matte spray on an entire piece in place of the shellac, but I bet it would work too because it does great on the small areas I use it on. And you don’t have to wait an hour before painting like you do with the shellac! I’ll have to test that for you guys! XOXO
Rose Lefebvre says
Such a lovely yet simple transformation.
Christy says
Thank you, Rose! XOXO
Ginny says
Your mirror is so pretty now! I have one I’m wanting to paint, but I have to decide on the right color. You just keep inspiring me!
Christy says
Thank you, Ginny! I appreciate that so much! XOXO
Pam Jackson says
Wow…what a pretty make over and it looks so amazing on that rock wall…..which by the way I totally love that wall.
Christy says
Thank you, Pam! That wall makes a great photo backdrop, something I didn’t even consider when installing it. Such a bonus! XOXO
Denise says
$6 smack-a-roos, you can’t go wrong and it looks amazing! Love your styling as always. Pinned. 🙂
Christy says
Right?? I just had to bring it home for that price! Thank you, sweet friend! XOXO
Julie Briones says
Looks beautiful, and I love the hooks! Makes it even more practical! 😉
Christy says
Thanks, Julie! Yes!! Enjoy your weekend! XOXO
Bonnie Hipps says
Beautiful job on this mirror. I always dreamed of having a entryway but, alas have never had one. I have a board on my Pinterest dedicated just to you lol so this will be added. Hugs!
Christy says
Thank you, Bonnie! We don’t have much of an entry here either…would be nice! And yay! I love that you have found things to pin that inspire you!! XOXO
Carol Woodward says
I love this idea. I have a mirror that needs a makeover. I will be following you. ????❤
Christy says
Thank you, Carol! I’m thrilled to have you following along with me! XO
Dianne says
I have this mirror, solid maple, very heavy bought with my son’s Roxton bedroom furniture for his first Big Boy Room in 1977. It’s in perfect condition as are the rest of the pieces that are being passed down to our first Great grandson for his Big Boy Room. I’m keeping the mirror and may try this repurposing.
Christy says
Sounds like a lovely set for a lucky little boy! I’m sure he won’t miss the mirror. 🙂
Angie says
Hey there!! I love all your creativity. Such fun projects. I am curious of how you attached the mirror to your table? I have for sure pinned several of your project. Thanks for all the inspiration.
Christy says
Thank you, Angie! I actually just have it resting on the table! XOXO