Oh how I love me a fabulous seashell-encrusted mirror!
There are some REALLY gorgeous and REALLY expensive ones out there.
They didn't look all that complicated to make, so I decided to try. I found a large $10 mirror at my local thrift store and bought a couple bags of all-white shells. I then dug out my trusty hot glue gun and got to work in my garage.
Several glue sticks and hours later, I emerged with this beauty...not bad for my first try!
top, At the I centered a simple white starfish to give it some interest.
I also "lined" the inside of the frame with a single row of tiny shells and artfully arranged shells in the corners for added interest.
Not bad for a $10 mirror and a couple bags of shells...I'm DYING to make another one with a thicker frame and different shells. This one will have to do for now!
...make everyday special...kristy
this post is linked to:
Southern Hospitality's Thrifty Treasures
Between Naps on the Porch's Metamorphsis Monday
A Beach Cottage's Good Life Wednesday
French Country Cottage's Feather Your Nest Friday
Beautiful!
Posted by: Elizabeth H | 08/08/2011 at 05:24 AM
Wow! That looks amazing & you made it sound so simple (although I'm sure if I tried this the results would be less than stunning!). Your dining room is very pretty too!
Posted by: Wendy | 08/08/2011 at 05:37 AM
Your dining room is gorgeous! Love the mirror with the prints beside it.
Posted by: Karen | 08/08/2011 at 08:07 AM
I love this and want it! Maybe I will try now! Found you at Southern Hospitality's Thrifty party!
Debbie
Posted by: Debbie~refreshrestyle | 08/08/2011 at 09:29 AM
Nice job! I love seashell mirrors, and I have done several. I will probably do several more.
Posted by: Scribbler | 08/08/2011 at 02:55 PM
Your mirror turned out fabulous! I've thought about giving it a try but haven't as yet, now, I'm inspired! Your dining room is gorgeous!
Rebecca
Posted by: Rebecca Gunter | 08/08/2011 at 06:25 PM
So beautiful...I have one in my guest room with roses from shells...wish I could say I made it.
Posted by: classic • casual • home | 08/08/2011 at 11:05 PM
You did such and amazing job ;)
Posted by: gina@lifewith50toes | 08/09/2011 at 05:33 AM
Very cute, thanks for sharing! We hope you will consider helping kids with cancer by linking into the Miracle Makeover party this coming week
at http://www.designgivesback.com. Together we can change things! We appreciate you.
Love,
Sherry, DGB Team
Posted by: Sherry | 08/09/2011 at 07:02 PM
Those mirrors are SO pricey. Your's turned out to be beautiful!
I host a party on Wednesdays that is a showcase for bloggers with less than 500 followers.... and I would like to invite you! (the linky is open now)
xoxo BunnyJean @ BunnyJean's Decor and More!
www.BunnyJeansDecorAndMore.blogspot.com
I am # 141 in the Met Monday party.
Posted by: Bunny Jean | 08/09/2011 at 10:10 PM
Oh I just adore seashell mirrors!! Yours is wonderful!!! Sharing this on Facebook~ thanks for sharing at Feathered Nest Friday! :)
Posted by: Courtney | 08/12/2011 at 06:44 PM
LOVE the first two the best, Polish & Patina and My Notting Hill. What are those things between the shells on My Notting Hill. Love it, and love your room. You are veeeeeeeeeery talented. Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Carole Ann Colca | 08/12/2011 at 06:50 PM
Thanks a lot, Courtney...I love your blog!
Kristy Seibert
Starfish Cottage
To: kseibert74@msn.com
Posted by: Kseibert74 | 08/12/2011 at 07:36 PM
I love the mirror! Actually the entire dining room is fabulous.
xo,
Sherry
Posted by: Sherry | 08/18/2011 at 08:45 PM
I've got to tell my cousin in Bonita Springs about your blog. She would love everything you've done. They used to have a beach house in Va. that was fabulous and she had made a shell mirror very similar to the one you made for her kitchen and had shells in a decorative glass jar. Having a Sr. moment right now, can't think of name of that jar.
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