I’ve wanted a chunky floor mirror for years, but I’ve never been willing to shell out the dough to buy one. I originally saw them at Crate and Barrel, but their hefty price tag deterred me. Then, Ikea started carrying them for $99. I put them on our universal wedding registry on Amazon, but no one was interested. So, I still want one. But, I’m actually glad that no one bought it for us because I recently saw something way better than any store-bought mirror could be:
(I know, the table and chairs are gorgeous. I want them too, but focus on that mirror)
You can see it a little better here:
I read that they made them from an old weathered pallet and old closet mirrors. The search was on. I too wanted my own weathered pallet chunky mirror. And, when I say the search was on, it was really me whining to Sean that I sure wish that some old wood would show up on our doorstep.
Well, it practically did. Yesterday we were out for a walk with our dogs, and our neighbor was getting rid of some wood that would be perfect for this very project. We were close to home (about 3 blocks), and I offered to go get the car so Sean didn’t have to carry it all the way home, but he picked them up and carted them back. I know he thinks I’m crazy when I find random things in the neighborhood that I make him carry down the street, but they always turn out cute, so hopefully he realizes I do have a vision. I’m not sure what my neighbors think, but oh well.
So, the wood is currently sitting in our garage, but as soon as I finish this project, I’ll show you how it all came together!
Oh that’s so pretty! I wish I could be as crafty as you. Can’t wait to see how it turns out!
Cute! Anxious to see the final product!
whoa that is going to be awesome!
Hehe, I can see Sean carrying wood down your street 🙂
Love the mirror! Can’t wait to see your final product!!
Love it!! Can’t wait to see it finished! Oh, and I adore the table too!!!
Whoa I’m really impressed you’re going to make one yourself! I’m excited to see how it turns out – do you happen to feel like making one and bringing it to Baltimore?! Ha!
OHHHHH, I cannot wait to see how it turns out. I think it is fantastic–and bonus–that you happened on the wood. Like it was meant to be. It’s green. And it’s more economical. Good luck on it, and again, I can’t wait to see it!