Sunday, May 15, 2011

Wedding Gift

A friend of mine was getting married and I knew I wanted to give her something white, lacy and fancy.


No, not a ruffly dress. (Is it just me or does this dress remind you of those coffee filter lamp shades? Just sayin...)



Not a multiple tier rose cake, either. (Gotta love the lilliputian fountain.)



I knew I had to make something (or alter something) with my own two slightly calloused hands. I found this 18 x 20 inch mirror at Goodwill for just a few dollars and snatched it up. It was in great condition but needed a little something special.



The first thing I did was prime and spray paint the frame with Heirloom White by Rustoleum.



I then used two coats of chalkboard spray paint on the glass mirror and let it dry 24 hours. (Yes, I timed it!)



Then I sanded the frame to distress it a bit. FYI: It would be better to distress the frame BEFORE using the chalkboard paint so you don't accidentally sand off some of the chalkboard part and get really irritated with yourself. (Not that I did that or anything...)



So here is the before.


And here is the after! (It turned out a lot better than this washed out photo shows.)


Happy Marriage Eryn and Oscar!




(photo credits: weddingshots)
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33 comments:

  1. Jen @ Domesticated NomadMay 15, 2011 at 6:40 PM

    That's a great gift! I love it. I also love your use of the word Lilliputian. 10 cool points for that. :) I found you at Creative Bloggers Party and Hop and I'm now following you...and possibly moving into your dream home because I like it too...hope that not too weird or anything. ;)

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  2. Dragonfliez MadeMay 15, 2011 at 7:22 PM

    Love the chalkboard, those are soo in right now. I have a HUGE mirror that I would love to do that for one of my girlfriends

    Visiting from Tatertots and jello

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  3. Yanet @ 3 Sun Kissed BoysMay 15, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    It looks great! That would have even look great as a display at the wedding itself!

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  4. CandiceMay 15, 2011 at 8:10 PM

    It's so pretty!! Great job!

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  5. MaryMay 15, 2011 at 8:54 PM

    I love this! I'd like to invite you to post it on Masterpiece Monday at Boogieboard Cottage. The link will be up all week, I hope you can join in. Have a nice week, Mary :O)

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  6. JillMay 16, 2011 at 7:29 AM

    Love it! I wish I could find something this beautiful at my thrift store...for a few dollars!! Found you from Polly Want a Crafter.

    Jill @ JunkyVagabond

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  7. Rust-OleumMay 16, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    What a terrific wedding gift. This project turned out so well. Thank you for using Rust-Oleum to build such a special gift.

    - Rust-Oleum Scott

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  8. SJ @ Homemaker On A DimeMay 16, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    Eryn and Oscar will definitely appreciate this awesome gift! Thanks for joining us and sharing with us this awesome post at the Creative Bloggers' Party & Hop :)

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  9. Courtney ~ French Country CottageMay 16, 2011 at 9:13 PM

    Really darling~ Love how it turned out and bet they loved it too! :)

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  10. TanyaMay 17, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    That turned out amazing! Love all the detailing on the frame. I'm constantly on the look out for those types of frames, Lucky you and you have a lucky friend =)

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  11. AsylumTanyaMay 17, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    Cute! It is great to give gifts to others that we have used our own hands to make! I am your newest follower. Come over to Greetings From the Asylum and follow me too!

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  12. AnonymousMay 17, 2011 at 12:42 PM

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  13. AnonymousMay 17, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    Love! You lucked out with such a pretty frame, too! (Of course, only part was luck, you did a great job!)

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  14. UnknownMay 17, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    I love how the frame turned out and I always think it's a great idea to give a couple something beautiful that they can use in their new home together!

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  15. Inspired by youMay 17, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    I love what you did with the it! The white really is beautiful. Thanks for stopping by and checking out my union jack dresser.

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  16. Michelle @ Delicate ConstructionMay 17, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    SO pretty! That is such a great gift!! I am visiting from Reasons to Skip the Housework and I am a new follower!!
    Have a great day!
    Michelle
    www.delicateconstruction.blogspot.com

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  17. MelissaMay 18, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    What a great gift idea! I love the detail on the frame!

    Visiting from vintagemellie.blogspot.com

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  18. UnknownMay 19, 2011 at 5:13 AM

    Love the detail on the frame, love the chalk board, fantastic gift for your friend.
    Thanks for sharing.
    Michele

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  19. Emily SMay 19, 2011 at 7:30 AM

    Wow that frame is gorgeous! I'm keeping my eye out for something like this. And I love that dress that you showed. So pretty!

    Emily
    Deviantly Domesticated Team
    http://stephaniehillberry.com

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  20. UnknownMay 19, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    Love this makeover!!! And a little bit jealous... ;o)
    ~Terry

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  21. UnknownMay 19, 2011 at 4:30 PM

    Beautiful! I have some chalkboard paint and have yet to use it. This makes me want to give it a shot!
    Visiting from LAST Week's Show and Tell Friday...I am way behind on blogging! LOL
    Roselle

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  22. Amy@HomeRemediesRXMay 19, 2011 at 6:10 PM

    What an amazing frame! I love how it turned out!

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  23. lvroftiquesMay 19, 2011 at 7:38 PM

    I'm sure they're going to love it! I sure do! That was quite a good Goodwill find *winks* Vanna

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  24. RhondaMay 19, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    This is a perfect wedding gift. Thanks for linking to Treasure Hunt Thursday.
    Rhonda

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  25. Something Nice and PrettyMay 20, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    I love the mirror and for only a few dollars? You got a great deal and love what you transformed it into...very nice!
    I found you from Coastal Charm and I'm your newest follower! Stop by when your have a minute:)

    Rondell

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  26. RhiannonMay 21, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    A great wedding gift!

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  27. MoquelishMay 23, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    Love that frame! Nice job.

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  28. Allison @ House of HepworthsMay 25, 2011 at 7:30 PM

    LURVE it.

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  29. AnonymousMay 26, 2011 at 8:11 AM

    I LOVE IT!!!!!!

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  30. AnonymousMay 26, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    I love it, I want to do something like that for my kitchen. I never would have thought you could paint the mirror!

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  31. Miss CharmingMay 26, 2011 at 2:47 PM

    Making chalkboards has to be one of the easiest projects ever. Anything with glass or a smooth surface for that matter is a candidate. They're great for gifts or your own decor. Thanks for all the wonderful comments!

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  32. Wedding FavorsAugust 7, 2011 at 11:31 PM

    Great chalkboard !!! These are best wedding gift forever. i really like these Lilliputian :)

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  33. rachel@Acts of LifeAugust 20, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!! Turned out great, that frame is a beautiful find :)

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