Third and Final Vintage Mirror Makeover; White and Blue with Wooden Appliques

This is the final one! My last mirror in waiting, now given her makeover.

This is how I found her, abandoned in a dirty storage building.

I will not go into too many details on this makeover, since I’ve already posted in length about the previous two, but I’ll show you some of the process.

Of course the mirror had to be cleaned before any work could begin. Willie took care of most of that outside, and then I did the final wipe-downs inside right before painting.

Willie removed the previous wooden appliques that were featured on this mirror, and I chose 2 appliques with roses for the top, and then 2 corner embellishments for the bottom.

I got the mirror taped off, and then began painting. To be honest, I did not know how I wanted it painted. I only knew that I wanted it to be blue. I purchased peacock blue and teal paints, as I am wanting to bring in more of these types of blue tones into my office. I ended up using both tones of paint, along with white. I am not a professional painter, or makeover artist, I just jump in and go for it!

I began by first applying some white paint, then swiping over it with the blue tones. I went with teal down the sides, and and peacock along the top and bottom.

I ended up blending the blues, but I just wasn’t happy with how it was coming out. But not to dismay. I decided to go back over it with white paint again.

After a little back and forth, I am happy with the results.

As you can see, I painted all the wooden appliques using the same type of method. These were a lot easier to do than the mirror. I just painted a white base coat, then dry brushed the peacock blue and teal paints across the raised edges.

I also painted a white plaster rose hanger, and an iron hat rack, using the same paints and technique.

Now I have a cute out the door station in my office, with my purse, hats, and mirror, for last check.

I hope my project inspires you to try something new yourself.

Till next time, follow your joy! God is good!

Johanna and Willie

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Helpful Links:

Wooden Rose Applique on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3GzUfr4

Wooden Decorative Appliques on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4klT8Jn

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