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April 12, 2013

DIY Coastal Rope Mirror Makeover Challenge

 

DIY Coastal Rope Mirror Makeover from www.atthepicketfence.com

I love a good makeover. The kind where the plain girl who’s been quietly going through life half hoping no one ever notices her, half hoping that someday will be her day to be transformed and swept off her feet by the handsome football player, or maybe Prince Charming himself!

coastal rope wayfair mirror makeover www.atthepicketfence.com

That was kind of like the Stratford Mirror by Wayfair.  It was sweet and simple but needed a little oomph! a little vavavoom!

One to never turn down a DIY Challenge, I accepted the offer from Wayfair and HomeTalk to makeover this plain mirror into a coastal beauty!

Supplies

1 Framed Mirror
100 feet of Twisted Sisal Rope
Hot Glue Gun
Bag of Starfish
1 Container of Hard Coat Mod Podge
1 Bag of Sea Shell Decorative Filler

Coastal Rope Mirror Makeover Tutorial from www.atthepicketfence.com

This mirror makeover couldn’t be easier! The most difficult part is sitting for a few hours gluing rope around and around in circles.  The key is to keep your rope tight and even, trimming it off at the end and then looping back around with a new row.

DIY Coastal Rope Mirror  from www.atthepicketfence.com

After rope is applied, attach starfish using hot glue. Heavily coat shelf ledge with mod podge and layer with sea shell filler.  Allow to dry.

DIY Coastal Rope Mirror from www.atthepicketfence.com

 I really love how this turned out and I have the perfect spot for it in my Coastal Powder Room.  It puts me in the mood for hot summer days and the beach!  A big thank you to Wayfair and Hometalk for including me in the DIY Challenge! Be sure to check out Wayfair for tons of fabulous home decor and HomeTalk for tons of fabulous home inspiration!

Are you looking for some more fabulous coastal decorating ideas? I’d love you to check out our fabulous round up of Sea Shell Decor Ideas over on HomeTalk!

Seashell Projects Roundup from Hometalk and At The Picket Fence

Don’t forget about enter our fabulous “The Moment” Giveaway going on right now worth over $250.00!!

We’d also love to invite you to join us over at Cedar Hill Ranch, where Vanessa is hanging out with our friend Anita On The Back Porch!

See you back here soon….at the picket fence.

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Disclosure: I was provided the Stratford Mirror and supplies for this DIY Challenge by Wayfair

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  1. LUCY says

    April 12, 2013 at 5:54 AM

    I L O V E this …xo

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  2. Leslie Stewart @ House on the Way says

    April 12, 2013 at 6:04 AM

    I love your mirror! I did something very similar, although I didn’t add starfish. They make it look so cute!
    Have a great weekend.
    Leslie

    Reply
  3. Bonnie @ Uncommon says

    April 12, 2013 at 6:41 AM

    Noiw that is definitely not a wallflower…hehe..she has truly blossomed! Love the beachy theme and the rope is fabulous! GreAT JOB!

    Reply
  4. Kim @ Sand & Sisal says

    April 12, 2013 at 7:33 AM

    Beautiful! Sharing on my FB page! Pinning too!

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  5. Anne@DesignDreams says

    April 12, 2013 at 8:12 AM

    This is my fave of all the makeovers of this mirror – fabulous job!! (love that stool too)

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  6. Courtenay says

    April 12, 2013 at 8:37 AM

    Hey! I did the same mirror! And I used Mod Podge too! Totally different outcome though, don’t worry. 🙂 I love your Summer-tastic mirror. Now get me to a beach, quick!

    Reply
  7. Kate says

    April 12, 2013 at 9:24 AM

    Hi Girls I love love this mirror so coastal and perfect for spring. Much love to you both Kate xoxo

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  8. Thistle says

    April 12, 2013 at 12:30 PM

    Love this!!!! I am a firm believer that anything looks much cuter with starfish on it!

    Have a blessed and amazing day!
    karianne

    Reply
  9. Carmel says

    April 12, 2013 at 4:33 PM

    This is awesome! I love how it turned out!

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  10. Suzy @ Worthing Court says

    April 12, 2013 at 8:59 PM

    It turned out great, Heather! I’ve fallen in love lately with using rope to embellish anything I can get my hands on!

    Reply
  11. Randi - Dukes and Duchesses says

    April 13, 2013 at 6:17 AM

    What a fun, summery makeover! I love the rope!

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  12. Marty Walden says

    April 13, 2013 at 2:23 PM

    This looks amazing! I’m never going to have a beach house but I can sure dream and add a few accessories to my home.

    Reply
  13. Kimberly @ A Night Owl says

    April 15, 2013 at 2:18 PM

    Such a lovely makeover Heather! I really love what you did here!

    Reply
  14. Cheryl / Point of View Creations says

    April 16, 2013 at 11:37 AM

    I love this! I am redoing my bathroom with a beachy feel and this will be a perfect project. Thanks for sharing it

    Reply
  15. Charlotte says

    April 26, 2013 at 7:22 PM

    Great idea. I bought a huge ornate mirror from a family estate sale last fall. The ornate trim is in a lot worse shape than I thought and have been racking my brain on how to salvage this piece. This is it!! One thing… when attaching the rope to you start on the outside and work towards the middle or vice versa?

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  16. Yvonne @ StoneGable says

    May 8, 2013 at 6:44 PM

    Congratulations on your winning! This certainly is a fabulous mirror. So easy and with a big beachy inpact! Very happy for you! You are one talented girl!

    Reply
  17. Laura / The Shed blog by Pet Scribbles says

    June 14, 2013 at 1:22 PM

    Hi there! I included Heather’s fantastic mirror in my DIY Starfish Decorations post today on my blog. Since you have “comment luv” you can click on the link to see it! Thanks for always inspiring me! 🙂

    Reply
  18. Art Framer NYC says

    April 14, 2014 at 2:36 AM

    So beautiful & rustic. Love this. Thanks.

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  19. Monica says

    May 2, 2014 at 6:04 AM

    Love it!!! Where did you get the starfish?

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  20. JaneEllen says

    July 30, 2014 at 8:41 PM

    Wish I had one of those mirrors but I’ll make due with what I have handy in house. Your mirror is so incredible, love all layers used to make it so beachy. Who doesn’t love beachy? Even if it’s not beachy season this mirror will look so great in any room. Awesome inspiration, pinning this.

    Reply
  21. Lisa says

    April 14, 2015 at 5:57 PM

    I just wanted to thank you for sharing the beautiful coastal rope mirror! You helped me complete a project of my own.

    Reply
  22. stephanie codispoti says

    July 27, 2015 at 5:49 PM

    I have just a unframed mirror in m bathroom, do I need to frame it first or can I just put the rope on it without the frame

    Reply
  23. Mary Ellen Mandeville says

    February 13, 2016 at 8:44 PM

    I really love this mirror,I am most absolutely in love with beach theme decor and I would love to make this to display in my home!

    Reply

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