While I'm out loving on my brand new baby boy, I hope you enjoy this series: my favorite DIY rerun posts! Learn more about the series here and check out some of the previous posts here.
I did it. Jumped on the sunburst bandwagon. I couldn't resist! I think this super-sized version of the DIY sunburst is exactly what my newly painted dining room wall needed.
I followed Janell's tutorial but switched up a few things. Instead of using regular sticks, I used bamboo sticks (a bundle from Michael's was only $4 with a coupon). FYI, the mirror is a Target clearance special ($9.99).
I spray painted the sticks a metallic silver color, instead of a flat white.
And as you can see, I just about doubled the size of the sticks as compared to Janell's mirror- I knew I wanted the sunburst mirror to go in the dining room and, therefore, it had a lot of space to fill. So, I decided: go big or go home! I know that I need more art on the walls to help balance out the dramatic mirror (and I need to change out that light fixture! I'm working on it!), but I think this is a good start.
I know it's not perfect, but neither were the shape of the bamboo sticks that make up the mirror. Each stick sort of bends in its own direction, so it was a chore to get them to lay in a semi-straight pattern.
For example, see the little gap on the top of the mirror? Both sticks are rolled out in opposite directions, leaving a little space. Awww, it's sort of like a kid with no front teeth, isn't it?! See, now you love my not-so-perfect mirror too!
I kind of love the fact that it's not perfect- it gives the mirror lots of dimension and personality :)
I know it's not perfect, but neither were the shape of the bamboo sticks that make up the mirror. Each stick sort of bends in its own direction, so it was a chore to get them to lay in a semi-straight pattern.
For example, see the little gap on the top of the mirror? Both sticks are rolled out in opposite directions, leaving a little space. Awww, it's sort of like a kid with no front teeth, isn't it?! See, now you love my not-so-perfect mirror too!
I kind of love the fact that it's not perfect- it gives the mirror lots of dimension and personality :)
And I really love how it looks in my dining room!
I know the sunburst mirror is outdone, but I love my special bamboo version. What do you think?!
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this is gorgeous! loaded fine for me just now.
ReplyDeleteI love the large scale and the different look thanks to the bamboo! It's so cute!
ReplyDeleteAnd everything's loading just fine for me :)
Wow! That looks great. I initially thought you bought that mirror.
ReplyDeleteWow, just wow!! It loaded fine for me. :)
ReplyDeleteOne of my favs! I love your dining room!
ReplyDeleteThat is stunning! It makes such a fantastic impact on your beautiful room. Megan
ReplyDeletelove it! I hope to finish mine this week- weather isn't permitting spray paint so I have to hand paint it all. BOO.
ReplyDeleteit looks so... home made, ugh not a fan of this one TenJune :(
ReplyDeleteSuch a creative idea! I love it.
ReplyDeleteThis is an AWESOME addition to your room. I love that color blue. The imperfections of the sunburst make it PERFECT!!!!! The inspiration is much appreciated!
ReplyDeleteHi there - what size was your mirror?
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