You have carefully decorated your master bath retreat with towels, lighting, and the perfect accessories and now that plain Jane mirror looks worse than ever.  For my clients there are two options: tear down the existing mirror; or have a carpenter frame out the mirror with a custom trim and then have my faux painter finish it.  The first option is messy, dangerous and the drywall often has to be repaired.  The second option is fantastic but it’s a costly venture.  So, what’s your alternative?

Well, I have a stylish solution that will bring your mirror from sad to superb.  It’s called Mirror Makeover and it’s an economical solution with designer results.  It’s the brain child of expert framers who thought of a new use for an old product.  Mirror Makeover offers you a selection of 16 frames that can be custom sized to fit your mirror.  They are crystal clear about the pricing and the installation is very easy.  The frame is simply applied directly to your mirror with very strong adhesive tape.  Take a look at their “before and after” gallery as well as the short installation video.

A couple of designer tips:

• Take advantage of their frame samples so you can confidently confirm your selection. 
• Make sure the frame will not interfere with any lighting or switches.
• Consider the finish on  your sink faucets when selecting a frame finish.  They have options in the silver, gold and bronze families.

Visit Mirror Makeover and put a new spin on your bathroom!

Mirrors are such an attractive and valuable accessory.  They add a bit of life to any room and they come in so many different shapes, sizes and styles.  You are sure to find something that suits your own particular Style.  Lately, I have run across some very unusual ones like the porcupine quill mirror above from Horchow.  Surely you can find one that perfectly reflects your personality in My Secret Database.

Lacking Windows? - Mirrors are a great way to bring light and life into a room.  If you live in a small space or are lacking in the window department, they are a great replacement.  Mirrors also help brighten up a long, narrow hallway, making it feel more spacious.

What about Feng Shui? - Think twice before putting a mirror in your bedroom.  Mirrors bounce energy and light around a room so it could cause restlessness and poor sleep.  Also, you should not be able to see yourself in the mirror when you are in the bed, nor should the mirror be at the foot of the bed.  Good energy can be sucked out of the room with poor mirror placement.  (I have simplified the feng shui principles here, but in the future, my friend, Michele, who is a feng shui consultant, will be enlightening us with some feng shui education!)

Can’t find the size you need? - Your local frame shop is an excellent place to get a custom sized mirror.  Most shops have a fantastic selection of frames and you can specify the exact size you need.  This way you avoid shipping costs that can be quite steep if the mirror is heavy.  Not to mention the reduced risk of breakage!

Happy Hunting!

I love the Boatwood Mirror from VivaTerra with it’s beautiful washed out beachy hues. This mirror is decorated with wood panels from Thai fishing boats and the re-use of materials makes it eco-friendly. There is a history to that weathered patina and it gives it a lot of character. This would look great in your powder room or a mostly white bedroom that has accents of sea and sand.

I am a big fan of incorporating eco-friendly elements into interior design. I understand that Green and Eco-friendly is coming at you from all directions but I want to share some information with you that you might not be aware of. You know that antique table you inherited from your grandmother? And that cool watercolor painting you grabbed for $3 at the garage sale? What about the TV a friend gave you when they were moving?

I have great news for you, you are being eco-friendly and you did not even know it! Any time we can re-use, pass on, or trade items, we are doing the earth a favor. The name of the game is to avoid putting non-biodegradable items in landfills! If you cannot find a new home for an old item, donate it to Goodwill , The Salvation Army or Freecycle and don’t forget you can find great things there yourself. And it all goes to a good cause.

I was working on a project and looking for just the right mirror to finish off a teenage girl’s room. I looked through all my trade sources and still came up empty-handed. Then I started searching the web and “voila” I found just the thing! The piece that is featured above the bed is a mirror that is beautiful opened or closed. I also purchased a different style for her bathroom. This company has the most beautiful carved and inlaid furniture and accessories. I have ordered several mirrors from them. The prices are great and they carefully pack them for shipping. They have furniture from Syria, Morocco and Turkey.

Arabian Nights Imports

http://arabiannights.ca/arabian-main.html

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