These 25 DIY mirror ideas include easy, inexpensive ideas for framing built-in mirrors as well as creating inexpensive decorative mirrors for your home.
I think mirrors are one of the unsung heroes of a beautiful home.
Of course, mirrors serve an important function as we get ready each day. But more than that, a great mirror is one of the quickest and easiest ways to add style to any room.
When you just aren’t sure what kind of art to hang on a big blank wall, you really can’t go wrong with a beautiful mirror. And mirrors also have the remarkable ability to instantly make your space look bigger and brighter as they bounce light around the room.
DIY Mirrors
Of course really gorgeous mirrors can be very expensive to buy, which makes them the perfect candidate to DIY. There are all kinds of ways to create your own beautiful mirrors from adding a frame to a builder-grade bathroom mirror to building a gorgeous boutique-inspired leaning mirror.
I’ve gathered the best budget-friendly DIY mirror ideas from all around the web. Whether you’re hoping to make a small room appear larger or simply want to spruce up your walls with a unique piece of decor, you’ll find budget-friendly ideas here to inspire you.
25 Beautiful DIY Mirror Ideas
These DIY mirror ideas include inspiration for creating gorgeous mirrors of all shapes and sizes. Just click the link below each picture for more details and the full tutorial.
DIY Wood Frame Mirror, Farmhouse Industrial Bathroom Mirror
A DIY wood frame mirror and some simple metal hardware gave this builder-grade mirror a major update.
Make A DIY Map Mirror
Update a boring mirror with old maps for a fun and original piece for your home.
Beautiful Leaning Floor Mirror
This gorgeous oversized leaning floor mirror is actually a DIY using basic lumber and other repurposed parts. Now it's a mirror with major wow factor!
DIY Driftwood Mirror
Gather driftwood on your next beach vacation and make a coastal style mirror perfect for any room in your house!
Make a Hidden TV Cabinet with Mirrors (Inspired by Joanna Gaines & Pottery Barn)
Use custom mirrors to create a hidden tv cabinet. This stunning piece was actually inspired by one that Joanna Gaines created. What a great way to hide a television.
DIY Oyster Shell Mirror
Put those collected shells to good use by making a statement mirror. This would be perfect in a bathroom instead of a builder-grade mirror.
Affordable Scrap Wood Mirror
Use scrap wood to create a unique, custom mirror that will make a statement in any room.
Easy Mod Podge Fabric Mirror Frame
Use your favorite fabric scraps and Mod Podge to create a one-of-a-kind mirror. With all the possible fabric and color choices, you can completely customize this to fit your own style.
DIY Large Grid Mirror
This DIY oversized grid mirror is a genius way to create a stylish full-length mirror for super cheap.
How to make a Sunburst Mirror using Scrap Wood
This fun beachy sunburst mirror is a great project for using up scrap wood while creating a statement mirror at the same time.
Make A DIY Mirror Frame
Frame a builder basic mirror with reclaimed wood to create a gorgeous oversized mirror.
DIY Weathered Paint Look Mirror
This mirror had such a fun shape to begin with, but painting the frame with that weathered paint finish really made it beautiful.
How to Build a DIY Bathroom Mirror Frame
These step-by-step instructions show you exactly how to upgrade a builder-grade bathroom mirror with a wood frame.
Glamorous Gold Sunburst Mirror
Create a gorgeous gold sunburst mirror for a touch of glam to your room. This is a surprisingly simple DIY project.
Bohemian Macrame Mirror Wall Hanging
This cute boho style hanging mirror is a great way to fill an awkward blank space on the wall.
Mercury Glass Gilded Mirrors
These gorgeous gilded mirrors were created using thrifted mirrors, gold leaf, and mercury glass spray paint. I love how elegant the finished mirrors look.
Copper Clothespin Mirror
You can pick up clothespins at the dollar store for cheap. Spray paint them in any color you like. Add them to a round mirror for a budget-friendly piece of wall art.
DIY Wood Frame Mirror with Ikea Mirrors
We all love a good IKEA hack. Learn how to create a piece of unique art using inexpensive IKEA mirrors.
Burlap Framed Mirror DIY
If you like rustic, farmhouse style, this burlap covered mirror is perfect. Plus, it's very inexpensive and easy to make.
Fluted Wall Mirror DIY
Create a fluted wall mirror that adds so much texture and dimension to a space.
Ornate Mirror Metallic Pewter
This grand mirror already had beautiful details, but the gold finish was looking very dated. A fresh coat of pewter paint gave it a whole new look and really makes the details pop!
Boho Full Length Mirror
Get the tutorial for this boho style mirror that is filled with detail in the hand engraved wood.
DIY Bathroom Mirror Frame
This DIY frame is a great example of how you can make a plain builder-grade mirror look really custom.
Update a Mirror with Decoupage
Another fun way to update a plain mirror frame is to decoupage it with napkins. Napkins are surprisingly one of the best materials to decoupage with and come in a huge range of great patterns.
DIY Marble Mirror Vignette
If you are looking to create a small vignette that has a modern feel, check out this set of 3 marble mirrors. You can hang them or stand them on a console or buffet.
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