Dollar Tree DIY Upcycled Glam Mirror Wall Art Tutorial
Transform budget-friendly mirrors and shimmering placemats into professional-grade designer wall accents that add luxury and reflection.
This article is adapted from a video originally published on YouTube on Jul. 17, 2021.
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Why pay boutique prices for statement wall art when you can make a stunning gallery wall for just a few dollars? Today, i’m going to show you how to turn everyday Dollar Tree mirrors and kitchen placemats into stunning custom pieces of wall decor that rival expensive store-bought decor.
📺 WATCH: See how all the home decor pieces come together here.
Materials
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Large framed mirror - approximately 11x14 (Dollar Tree)
Smaller rectangular mirror -approximately 8x10 (Dollar Tree)
Round frameless mirror - smaller than 11x14 (Dollar Tree) OR round acrlyic mirror
Silver metallic placemats - mosaic or leaf-like design (Dollar Tree)
Silver rhinestone ribbon
Silver beaded necklace (Dollar Tree)
Fix-All or E6000 adhesive and hot glue
Silver metallic paint marker (Liquid Chrome)
Picture easel - optional for table display (Dollar Tree)
Tools
Hot glue gun and glue sticks
Sharp scissors or box cutter
Dry paintbrush (for glue string removal)
💡Sandy’s Crafting Tips & Hacks
The Mirror Layering Hack: You can create incredible depth and a multi-dimensional high-end look by layering a round mirror on top of a larger rectangular one; the contrast in shapes adds instant architectural interest.
The Zero-Waste Design Hack: Don’t toss those trimmed placemat leftovers! These “leaf” or “petal” remnants are perfect for creating a matching secondary mirror piece by forming them into a central motif on a smaller frame.
The Permanent Bonding Hack: For any art mounted on your walls, i always recommend my “adhesive duo.” Use a combination of Fix-All or E6000 for a long-term professional bond and supplement with hot glue for an immediate hold while you work.
Boutique Framing Hack: If your budget mirror frame doesn’t match your room’s aesthetic, simply wrap the entire frame in silver rhinestone ribbon. It provides instant glitter and a professional, high-gloss store finish that masks budget materials.
The Glue String Removal Hack: Keep those reflective chrome and glass surfaces sparkling! Once the glue has cooled, take a dry paintbrush with soft bristles and simply twirl those pesky hot glue webs away instantly.
Instructions
Prepare the Foundation: To get started, we’re going to get our mirrors ready for their designer makeover. We’ll begin by removing any labels and ensuring the frames are clean and residue-free. If your frame isn’t the color you want, go ahead and cover it with shimmering silver rhinestone ribbon for an instant high-end upgrade.
The Mosaic Layer: Next, let’s add that sophisticated texture. Center your silver mosaic-patterned placemat over the largest mirror. I recommend trimming the excess material so it sits perfectly within the inner frame without overlapping the edges.
Adhere the Facade: Now for the fun part: building our shimmering base. Adhere the trimmed placemat to the mirror using hot glue. Pro Tip: Make sure to save those leftover pieces for our matching second decorative project.
Layer the Dimension: Next, we’ll create that high-end designer depth. Fix your smaller round mirror onto the center of the placemat using your adhesive duo—Fix-All for permanent structural integrity and hot glue for that immediate, secure hold.
Finish the Detail: The last thing to do is give our pieces a professional boutique shine. Frame the round mirror with a string of silver beaded necklace to hide any glue seams. Finally, use your leftover placemat scraps to create a sophisticated “silver leaf” motif on your second smaller mirror to complete your high-end designer set.
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