26 Creative DIY Mirror Frame Ideas to Inspire Your Next Project (2024)

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  Make a DIY Fringe Mirror Frame

  

  Turn a half moon mirror into a gorgeous but functional diy wall art by adding a row of blush-colored fringe. The ombre yarn has a cool, boho-style look that adds a luxurious pop to any room.

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  Create a Gilded Mirror

  

  Give a tarnished or outdated mirror an instant upgrade by using gold craft paint to paint the mirror frame with a metallic finish. Best of all, because paint comes off glass easily, there's no need to remove the glass before diving in.

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  Make Your Own Holographic Frame

  

  Holographic vinyl sheets turn any old mirror into groovy mirror decor. If you're short on time or don't feel like investing in a ton of supplies, using adhesive paper in a print you love is an easy DIY upgrade.

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  Design a DIY Window Pane Mirror

  

  It's hard to believe this project got its start at a dollar store. Small rectangular mirrors, a sheet of plywood, and your favorite paint color will have you on your way to creating this elevated statement mirror.

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  Create Your Own Round Wood Frame

  

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  A little handiwork and a lot of creativity go a long way when it comes to making a DIY round mirror frame. The tutorial takes you through every step of the process for a gorgeous result that looks like it must be store-bought.

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  Paint a DIY Flower Mirror

  

  A basic round mirror gets a fun and cheerful twist thanks to painted wooden circles. With its blush pink paint and whimsical look, you can't help but feel a little happier every time you see this hanging in your home.

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  Craft a DIY Modern Rectangular Mirror

  

  A large statement mirror adds so much dimension and airiness to your space. It's hard to believe that this gorgeous silver frame cost only $30 to make, yet it's the perfect mirror to put in a living room to reflect light and make the space look larger.

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  Assemble a DIY Sunburst Stick Mirror

  

  A rounded mirror gets a rustic update with the help of wooden sticks. You could experiment with painting or distressing the wood, or leave it as is for a relaxed and beachy look.

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  Give an Upcycled Gym Mirror New Life

  

  A simple gym mirror was used to create this gilded mirror that looks like it came right out of a French château. A strip wood frame was assembled, and coffee beans, gold leaf, and Rub 'n Buff were used to create layers of gold that make this frame look as if it's several centuries old.

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  Create a DIY Arched Mirror

  

  A small mirror can still have a big impact. The arched shape paired with light wood on this DIY mirror frame looks both soft and structural, and because this mirror is so easy to transport, it works perfectly whether you're doing your makeup or adding this to a gallery wall.

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  Dupe a DIY French Vintage Mirror

  

  These DIY French vintage mirror frames look like they were found at a Parisian estate sale. In reality, they're thrifted picture frames that get their farmhouse feel from mirror effect spray paint and a stippling brush for that beautifully antiqued look.

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  Create a DIY Squiggle Mirror

  

  Squiggle decor is playful yet sophisticated and pops against clean modern lines and, while you could buy a pre-made mirror, it's a fun project to DIY at home.

  This one requires plywood and a jig saw, but if you don't have the right tools you can always enlist a professional to make the woodcuts for you. You could also make this from a material like foam core for an easier-to-cut option.

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  Make a DIY Round Rainbow Mirror Frame

  

  Add a rainbow pop to your space with this colorful border made using clay. This bright and cheerful mirror looks equally good in a kid's room or as a colorful accent in more muted spaces.

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  Create a DIY Sunburst Mirror Frame

  

  This gorgeous sunburst mirror gets its sculptural rays from an unexpected material: foil baking sheets. You get to make this one entirely your own by creating your shapes and texture. Looking at the final product, it's hard to believe that this didn't come from an upscale store.

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  Assemble a DIY Rustic Full-Length Mirror Frame

  

  This quick and budget-friendly tutorial turns any full-length mirror into a rustic dream. The weathered wood and thick frame add a touch of farmhouse chic that blends seamlessly into any decor.

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  Paint a DIY Two-Toned Round Mirror Frame

  

  You don't have to go all out and make a rounded frame when you can use a wood chopping board as your mirror's base. The color block frame looks lovely painted in muted pastels, but you could go with bright or graphic black and white too.

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  Craft a DIY Painted Mirror Frame

  

  Take a run down thrift store mirror and turn it into something farmhouse chic and fabulous. All it takes is a bit of paint and some transfer stickers to get this beautiful rustic look.

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  Make a DIY Antique Gold Mirror Frame

  

  This stunning DIY gold mirror frame looks like a piece of history. Silicone bead trim gives it dimension and texture while chalk paint and wax give it its antiqued look.

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  Elevate a DIY Gilded Sunburst Frame

  

  A small makeup mirror becomes a glam statement piece that adds drama and elegance to any room. The look gets a textural touch by stringing small beads onto the wooden sticks before spray painting.

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  Design a DIY Double Framed Mirror

  

  Turn a plain bathroom mirror into a beautiful doubled-framed geometric mirror frame with this tutorial. Matte black paint gives the trim a gorgeous, industrial-looking finish.

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  Glue Together a DIY Flower Mirror

  

  Create a beautifully romantic space with this incredibly simple DIY mirror. Take a plain mirror with a wood or plastic frame, and use a hot glue gun to attach a bouquet of flowers to the border. More is more, and each flower adds to the ethereal romance.

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  Get Creative With a DIY Stained Glass Mirror

  

  Use paint and a glossy sealant to replicate the look of stained glass without having to learn to cut glass. The result is a rich, vibrant color that adds a pop to an otherwise neutral room.

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  Use Panels to DIY an Industrial Mirror

  

  If you're savvy with a saw, then this gold industrial mirror is an easy weekend DIY project. While it has the appearance of one large mirror that has a grid overlay, it's actually a series of small mirror panels attached to plywood. The grid is trim that is carefully cut to the exact measurements.

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  Make a Budget-Friendly DIY Carved Wood Mirror

  

  This DIY includes a Dollar Tree mirror that is elevated with carefully cut pieces of wood trim and a circle cutout. Each piece was stained to a rustic brown, then carefully attached to the mirror for a boutique-worthy look.

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  Make a Bohemian Tassel Mirror

  

  This vibrant, bohemian mirror is easier than it looks to craft. Each tassel is made by wrapping the yarn, and then knotting it. Then, each tassel is glued to a circular backing.

  A mirror is placed in the middle and glued onto the backing. Voilà! You have a bright, whimsical mirror.

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  Turn a Vintage Frame Into a DIY Gilded Mirror

  

  If you've ever spotted a beautiful vintage frame in an antique shop, but wondered what you would do with it, then this DIY is for you. In this case, the frame had glass, and mirror spray paint plus a combination of paint was used to give it an antique looking glass appearance.