You might recall -the ones with the natural holes in them that I strung into a Shell Garland.
I started with the layout to determine the size of the shell mirror. The design is simple. Two circles, one on top of the other.
Handy husband cut out a wood circle...
... as well as a round mirror from a sheet of faux glass that he brougt home from work. So this mirror was a freeby! I used wood glue and hot glue to adhere the mirror.
A look at the backside (ugly, I know). I drilled a hole first -not a stable hanging solution! So I looked around in the basement, opening endless little drawers, and found the perfect hardware. The nails were too long, so I hit them sideways.
I used hot glue, which is fast and fun to work with. But I had forgotten that it creates these fine glue threads that go everywhere if you're not careful.
You can (barley) see that I covered the edge of the wood frame with sand. Not liking it. I will look for some nice rope to give the shell mirror a more refined finish -because it's worth it!
It looks quite elegant in fact. We both love it!
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26 comments:
This is lovely, simple and elegant, well done Maya, you are inspiring!
Oh Maya - its beautiful - simple and beautiful and I am so jealous! Great job!!
vicki
So pretty Maya. I love how you stacked the shells. It is very natural. Love shell mirrors!
Espetacular amiga!!!!Convido-a visitar meu blog.Também faço alguns trabalhos com estes frutos do mar,grande abraço,Deni.
great little project!
I love this! I have my mirror out but haven't done anything with it! I got it at a thrift store, missing a few shells and with a scratch on the glass! So it's a project waiting to be done! heehee! ♥
Simple yet elegant-good job girl.
looks great~
What a great job! I love it!
That is a fantastic shell mirror Maya! The freebie part is great, too!
Simple and perfect. I also like the natural look of the shells. Great job. Pruxxx
The clam shells are perfect! It's great to see indigenous materials used, and so elegantly.
I'm curious about the faux glass. Is it lighter in weight than a traditional mirror? Does it reflect as well? Is it aluminumized mylar, sheet metal, or what?
Thanks for a nice tutorial. If only all tutes were this simple.
looks fantastic! those shells were great for the project. well done!!
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I so admire all of your that can diy anything! I simply make a huge mess with the glue gun. Nice job Maya!
Caron
That looks fabulous. Really. Your shells look perfectly placed. You make it look like anyone can do it, even the non-crafty like me!
Barbara, the mirror is made of acrylic. It's very light and you can't tell the difference!
Maya, I love your shell mirror! Awesome!
Great project and it looks stunning!
What a sweet and simple mirror! I think I have enough shells too! Great project!
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Niiiiiiiice! Nothing you can't do with a hot glue gun!
I love it Maya, it turned out beautiful!
xo
Oh Maya it looks fantastic! I just love it, looks very expensive and exclusive ;) Great work!
xox Linda
Hi you little cutie in the mirror with your camera! Your mirror has that wonderful simple elegance to it, just like all of your designs Maya! It's so beautiful and you've inspired me tonight. ~Lili
My goodness! OI have buckets and buckets of these shells!!!!
smiles~
gypsea
Hi,
Lovely idea. I did something similar as a festive wreath using shells and seaweed.
Please go to http://lagulhas.blogspot.com/2011/11/beach-house-garland.html
to see my beach house garland.
Wendy.
Beautiful. I attempted to glue shells on an old mirror & had quite a time.Glad you shared this, Thanks.
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