Finished Mirror

10.31.2011

Whew, it is finished. It didn't take very long really. Using chalk paint makes any job so much quicker because of the very fast dry time. I only did the first coat yesterday and then today put the second coat on and then the finishing steps. Today I am only sharing the finished look and then will do a separate tutorial of how the look was achieved.










Here is the before look of the mirror hanging in my client's home. Did you guess it was my sister? I know a couple of you did. I just had to age the mirror and get rid of the shiny white against her new white walls. I can't wait to see the newly painted mirror hanging here and I know she can't wait to get it back. I will also share a trick I came up with to buff out this piece with all the nooks and crannies. A rag was just not getting it done.

 I will be delivering this to her tomorrow and will get a couple of pictures of it hanging in her foyer.

A big happy birthday to my sister on Halloween.!

Have a happy Halloween and a super duper week!


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65 comments:

  1. Lisa @ Fern Creek Cottage10/30/11, 6:03 PM

    It is absolutely gorgeous!!!! I am so happy you are going to be doing a tutorial on acheiving the finish. This is the look I want to acheive on some furniture. I hope I can do it too!

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  2. Unknown10/30/11, 6:04 PM

    Wow! That mirror is stunning! You did a fantastic job, and created a masterpiece. Nicely done :)

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  3. Unknown10/30/11, 6:06 PM

    OH Kim, it turned out stunning, Now when you get tired of it I have first dibs on it....

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  4. Deserae10/30/11, 6:14 PM

    Kim, it turned out absolutely STUNNING!! I just love it....it will look beautiful hanging in your sister's foyer too :o)
    Have a great week!!!
    ~Des

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  5. Kim @ Savvy Southern Style10/30/11, 6:15 PM

    Pattie, actually I have first dibs on it if my sister gets tired of it.

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  6. Amy Chalmers10/30/11, 6:20 PM

    The mirror came out great Kim! I love the touch of gold.

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  7. Andrea10/30/11, 6:22 PM

    It looks gorgeous! I am curious as to which colour you used =)

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  8. Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions10/30/11, 6:37 PM

    It turned out beautifully, Kim! I'm looking forward to seeing it hanging back on your sister's wall.

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  9. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting10/30/11, 6:37 PM

    LOVE IT!! Great job Kim! This is going to look fabulous in Kelly's foyer with the new paint. Can't wait to see it their. Martina

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  10. Gail10/30/11, 6:41 PM

    Beautiful job painting the mirror Kim. I just posted a mirror that I picked up this week while thrifting that I was debating whether or not to paint. After seeing this, I think I've made up my mind....paint!!!!

    Enjoy your evening,
    Gail

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  11. Olive10/30/11, 6:44 PM

    Splendid it is Kim. Kelly's entry way is going to be even better with that "new" mirror.

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  12. d e l i g h t10/30/11, 6:48 PM

    The mirror looks fabulous! The gray paint with the accents is really great. Will look good in Kelly's entrance!

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  13. Sherry10/30/11, 6:54 PM

    You did a fabulous job on the mirror, it's beautiful.

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  14. Anonymous10/30/11, 6:56 PM

    Gorgeous! Lucky sister/client :)

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  15. Sunflowers With Smiles10/30/11, 7:08 PM

    Kim, nice mirror. Will have to try this checkpoint soon.

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  16. Christine @ Stonehouse Living10/30/11, 7:10 PM

    Hi Kim,

    The mirror is just beautiful!!
    Love the finish with and how it fills in all the little details. The gold is a lovely accent too!
    What a great birthday present for Kelly!! It is going to look fabulous in her foyer...

    Happy Halloween!
    All the Best,
    Christine

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  17. Anonymous10/30/11, 7:21 PM

    Oh, Kim. You did a beautiful job. It looks so much richer now. So much more character, too. I know she will love it!

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  18. Anonymous10/30/11, 7:21 PM

    The mirror looks very nice and the color sounds very interesting.

    Elna

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  19. Unknown10/30/11, 7:38 PM

    It turned out so well and I'm sure Kelly will love it. I share a lot of things with my sisters, but there is no way I could get them to blog. It must be fun for you both.

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  20. Kathy10/30/11, 7:58 PM

    such a difference, great job, you are getting so good at this!

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  21. Penny from Enjoying The Simple Things10/30/11, 7:58 PM

    It looks great Kim! I know that Kelly will love it to pieces!

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  22. Kelly10/30/11, 8:06 PM

    Ok, I just HAD to see it before you bring it over in the morning! It's absolutely gorgeous!! You really have the knack for doing a great transformation on something. I love all the layers you created. It looks like an expensive mirror now! This mirror was given to me from my mother in-law and now you've made it special by repainting it. This mirror has a lot of history now. Ha!

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  23. Debbiedoos10/30/11, 8:15 PM

    Love the new color, you did a great job Kim!

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  24. andrea@townandprairie10/30/11, 8:17 PM

    Ooo! Very glamourous, Kim! andrea@townandprairie

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  25. Unknown10/30/11, 8:21 PM

    THE MIRROR TURNED OUT BEAUTIFUL, LOVE THE COLOR YOU CHOSE AND THE SHAPE OF THE MIRROR, LOOKS GREAT ABOVE THE BENCH!

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  26. Connie @ Sensible-Redesign10/30/11, 8:34 PM

    Its lovely Kim, Can't wait to hear what colors you used, and the buffing technique.

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  27. Rosemary@villabarnes10/30/11, 8:44 PM

    Great finish Kim. I know it will look fantastic in Kelly's home.

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  28. NanaDiana10/30/11, 9:14 PM

    That is going to look just great in her home! I can't wait to see it there. You did a wonderful job on the finish. I am anxious to hear the method you found for getting into the nooks and crannies for polishing the piece. xo Diana

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  29. reFresh reStyle10/30/11, 9:17 PM

    It looks amazing. You really know how to make things look beautiful, you are truly an artist! The finish is perfect now!
    Debbie

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  30. reFresh reStyle10/30/11, 9:18 PM

    Oh and Happy Birthday to Kelly!

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  31. Pam - @diy Design Fanatic10/30/11, 9:18 PM

    Looks fantastic, Kim! Looking forward to the tutorial!

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  32. Julie Taylor and Danni Greenwalt10/30/11, 9:44 PM

    The mirror is gorgeous. I have to try milk chalk paint. Have you tried any of their light blue colors?

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  33. Unknown10/30/11, 9:53 PM

    :wheewheo: (That was my attempt at phonetically spelling a sound of whistling. lol)

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  34. Dixie Delights10/30/11, 9:55 PM

    It's gorgeous! Happy early birthday to your sis. Hope y'all have a fun day!

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  35. Sonny G10/30/11, 9:58 PM

    oh my- how lovely you have made this mirror. your sis is gonna be over the moon~!
    Happy Birthday to her.

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  36. Lou Cinda @ Tattered Hydrangeas10/30/11, 10:09 PM

    Oh My Gosh! This is stunning Kim! Fabulous finish!!! I know she is so excited to get it back and I can't wait to see it on her wall!

    Lou Cinda

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  37. Jane@Cottage at the Crossroads10/30/11, 10:11 PM

    Aw, I wish I had a sister like you!
    Looking forward to hearing about how you achieved such a gorgeous look.

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  38. Jan@southernjunkin'10/30/11, 10:21 PM

    The mirror looks fantastic! I know you've made one sister very happy!!

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  39. Shari Valicenti10/30/11, 10:28 PM

    Kim, this looks spectacular! So much more important looking...makes a statement.

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  40. Unknown10/30/11, 11:07 PM

    Oh Kim!

    Love the mirror with the French Linen. I've got a can sitting in my garage and can't wait to try it out.

    I'll be anxiously awaiting the tutorial : I)

    Don't you just want everyone to give ASCP a try? I don't think I'd ever "go back"...ha!


    Cori

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  41. Michele Smith10/30/11, 11:20 PM

    Gorgeous Kim!! It is going to look great in your sister's foyer. I can't wait to see it and look forward to the tutorial.

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  42. All That Glitters10/30/11, 11:24 PM

    That was so nice of you!

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  43. A Sense of Design10/30/11, 11:44 PM

    Looks great Kim, they will sell Annie Sloan milk paint here eventually!!!!

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  44. Farah10/31/11, 12:10 AM

    Purely Kim style ... Gorgeous and beautiful I am in love with your Mirrors and it is added in the list... love the design and groves in it ... beautiful...
    Happy if you come to see me at
    http://craftaworld.blogspot.com/
    with love from
    Farah

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  45. Jacqueline10/31/11, 12:18 AM

    Are you willing to adopt a sister? I am available, although I have two great sisters, I could use another like you! How wonderful. I have a few mirrors that need a little updating.

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  46. Shabby chic Sandy10/31/11, 12:33 AM

    Beautiful mirror!

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  47. Laura at Ms. Smartie Pants10/31/11, 12:42 AM

    That mirror really shines now! Perfect, what a job! My mom gave me a beautiful mirror today, I need to get my chalk paint out!

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  48. Lori10/31/11, 7:27 AM

    I can't wait to see how you got the paint off the mirror that smeared on over. A razor? Look fabulous.

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  49. KimMalk10/31/11, 7:43 AM

    Hi Kim, that mirror looks great. I believe I have the same one that I've been meaning to paint. It may go in my daughter's room, so would get a coat of pink. I'm looking forward to seeing your buffing tip.

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  50. Tanna10/31/11, 7:47 AM

    Oh, I can't wait to see that on Kelly's new paint!!!! It is going to look fabulous!! Happy Halloween, Kim!! blessings ~ tanna

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  51. Sissie's Shabby Cottage10/31/11, 7:59 AM

    Looks wonderful Kim! I love mirrors and can't get enough of them. Sure wish this one was mine.

    Lucky Sister.

    hugs
    sissie

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  52. Anonymous10/31/11, 8:02 AM

    Beautiful work and Happy Halloween from Sweden.

    Elna

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  53. Anne Lorys10/31/11, 8:43 AM

    That is positively gorgeous, wow!!!

    XOXO,
    Anne

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  54. Motherkitty10/31/11, 8:53 AM

    Gorgeous mirror! Absolutely exquisite.
    Great pumpkin carving ideas, too. Thanks for sharing.

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  55. Nellie's Cozy place10/31/11, 8:59 AM

    Morning Kim,
    can't wait to see the finished mirror hanging on her white walls, think it is gonna look fabulous. Nice Job on that mirror!

    and Happy Birthday to your sister....
    she is the 5th person I know of with a Halloween birthday!!

    This was a really nice gift to give her, and I am sure she is just gonna love it...............

    Blessings, Nellie

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  56. Anonymous10/31/11, 9:58 AM

    Hi Kimmie! The mirror turned out beautifully! I'm sure your sister is going to love it!
    Be a sweetie,
    shelia ;)

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  57. Tammy @BeatriceBanks10/31/11, 10:04 AM

    Love the way it turned out. I know your sister will be pleased!

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  58. Marty@A Stroll Thru Life10/31/11, 11:09 AM

    The mirror is such a fantastic piece and your new finish is gorgeous. I am sure she is going to love it. Beautiful. Hugs, Marty

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  59. Southern Junk Chic10/31/11, 12:20 PM

    Love it Kim!! The mirror is gorgeous by itself - but the chalk paint gave it so much more dimension than the white did. Great job!! Can't wait to see the tutorial on what colors you used.

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  60. Anonymous10/31/11, 12:42 PM

    The mirror turned out beautiful!Your sister is going to love it.

    Kathy

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  61. Sandra10/31/11, 1:11 PM

    Kim, the mirror is stunning! I love, love, love it! Although I don't comment much, I always look forward to your posts and I know when you have a new one b/c your blog is on my sidebar! ;) You're sooo creative and your work is oh so very inspirational. Thanks for sharing such lovely posts with us!

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  62. Becca Bertotti10/31/11, 1:29 PM

    Looks gorgeous, Kim! Your sister is going to LOVE it! Happy Halloween.

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  63. xinex10/31/11, 1:32 PM

    That really turned our fabulous, Kim. Your sister will be so pleased. Happy birthday to her!..Christine

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  64. Heather{Our Life In a Click}10/31/11, 2:33 PM

    That looks gorgeous Kim!!! I love all the detail on the mirror. Lucky sissy!!

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  65. At The Picket Fence11/1/11, 10:04 PM

    Amazingly beautiful Kim! I know your sister must just love it! Can't wait to see it hanging in her home.

    Heather

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