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A Mirror Love Affair

September 18, 2012 By Shannah 16 Comments

A little while back I got a mirror and I was in love. It was the perfect size and shape for the space I wanted to put it in.

I hung the mirror immediately {or as immediate as anything happens in our house which is to say 2 months later} and I fell out of love a little. Not like kick it to the curb out of love…more like we need to rekindle that spark.


Now, if this were a real relationship, the mirror and I would go out on a date or maybe away for the weekend to rekindle that initial feeling of love. The mirror is a little on the spindly side though and pretty fragile which makes car travel difficult.  Our other option would be counseling.

Enter our relationship counselor:

I’m sorry mirror. Its not me, it is you.

I wrapped up the glass portion of the mirror to protect it from the paint and we took a trip outside.

One coat followed by a nap {for me, not the mirror}

Then, the second coat and I was in love again!

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Comments

  1. Lisa says

    September 18, 2012 at 12:58 pm

    Love the new color! I think it pops a lot more and it makes so much more of an impact!

    Reply
  2. Kimberly Sminkey says

    September 18, 2012 at 11:02 pm

    Looks so much better with the coat of paint! Thanks for sharing at tip toe thru tuesday! He could have at least bought you coffee!

    Reply
  3. Kimberly Sminkey says

    September 18, 2012 at 11:02 pm

    Looks so much better with the coat of paint! Thanks for sharing at tip toe thru tuesday! He could have at least bought you coffee!

    Reply
  4. K Coake says

    September 20, 2012 at 12:43 am

    I really like it in the new darker color. It really pops and stands out much better. Looks great!

    Reply
  5. KristaM says

    September 20, 2012 at 1:46 pm

    Found and followed you through 36th Avenue’s link party. I just love your blog! Feel free to stop by mine as well 🙂

    http://www.the-not-so-desperate-chef-wife.com

    Krista

    Reply
  6. Craftberry Bush says

    September 21, 2012 at 2:52 am

    that’s super cute ! paint rocks ! xo

    Reply
  7. Geri O says

    September 23, 2012 at 12:16 am

    Love the mirror. I’m your newest follower. Come check out my blog when you have a minute at http://sister-number-5.blogspot.com

    Reply
  8. Christina at I Gotta Create! says

    September 23, 2012 at 2:38 am

    Great graphic appeal.
    Thanks so much for linking up at I Gotta Create! <3 Christina

    Reply
  9. Christine says

    September 23, 2012 at 3:36 pm

    It’s AWESOME Shannah!! I want it!!

    Thanks so much for sharing this at The DIY Dreamer.. From Dream To Reality!

    Reply
  10. Infuse With Liz says

    September 24, 2012 at 3:28 pm

    That turned out great! Love the cute story too! I have a big brass metal swan that is in storage. I’ve thought about painting it but was afraid to take the leap! This may be the inspiration needed!

    Reply
  11. the cape on the corner says

    September 24, 2012 at 5:32 pm

    the mirror actually pops more now in its darker color. doesn’t travel well, lol.

    Reply
  12. Michelle's Tasty Creations says

    September 26, 2012 at 2:29 pm

    Shannah,
    Love the new color. It turned out beautiful. Thanks so much for linking up to Creative Thursday. Can’t wait to see what you share this week. Have a great week.
    Michelle

    Reply
  13. allisamazing says

    September 27, 2012 at 1:03 pm

    It looks great!

    Reply
  14. Katie Adams says

    September 27, 2012 at 1:28 pm

    I love your mirror it looks fantastic! Painting it really makes it stick out from the wall more. I would love for you to share this on my Linky Party going on now – Blog Stalking Thursday. http://www.thecraftyblogstalker.com/2012/09/blog-stalking-thursday-60.html

    Reply
  15. Jaime Lyn says

    September 28, 2012 at 3:14 am

    you made this look simple….!!! I am wanting to do this! Thank you for the inspiration my crazy cooking and crafting friend!
    Jaime

    Reply
  16. Taryn @ Design, Dining + Diapers says

    September 28, 2012 at 6:03 am

    Oh wow what a difference some spray paint made! The mirror really stands out now and makes such a statement! Thanks so much for linking up!

    Reply

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