Happy Monday, Everyone! Just wanted to share a few projects I’ve been working on lately. As you can see from the photo above, today’s post is all about color…with a dash of tropical style. I’ve been spending a LOT of time outdoors working on DIY projects these past few weeks. There’s nothing like spring to inspire creativity! Read on for some snapshots of fun ways to infuse your home with colorful design this season…
An Easy Easter Egg Project
Today I’m sharing a super-easy way to decorate Easter eggs with retro-modern flair. All you need are medium- or large-sized plastic Easter eggs and the stickers of your choice. Check out the sneak peek below, and for a full tutorial, head on over to Decoist. Ready for a closer look?…
Happy Valentine’s Day
So we’re coming up on Valentine’s Day weekend, and I wanted to share a few of my recent photos with you. Let me start by saying that I know this is kind of a weird holiday. Like all holidays, it can be lonely if you’re missing somebody, and the heavy advertising at this time of year doesn’t help. With that said, I’ve always believed that Valentine’s Day is a great excuse to do something nice for yourself. And for the people you care about, including friends and family.
2 Retro-Modern DIY Projects
Happy Friday, folks! It’s been an unseasonably warm week in my neck of the woods, so I spent a couple of afternoons in the outdoor sunlight crafting DIY projects for architecture and interior design blog Decoist. My 2-in-1 Wall Hanging and 10-Minute Step Stool Makeover were published this week, and today I’m sharing a few pics from the photo shoots. Ready for a closer look?…
Our DIY Christmas Gift Roundup
This December, Mirror80 has been dedicated to bringing you a collection of retro-meets-modern DIY gift ideas for the holidays! Today we recap our favorite projects and introduce you to a few new DIY ideas from some of our favorite design blogs. Homemade gifts are from the heart, they are often budget-friendly, and they’re the perfect way to put a personal stamp on your gifting endeavors. Check out our roundup below…
Neon DIY Gift Wrap Ideas
By now, you all know how much I love neon, and as I prepare to wrap my holiday gifts this year, vivid hues are taking center stage! Today’s post is dedicated to colorful DIY gift wrap ideas. Colorful AND affordable. Because supplies such as flagging tape and neon washi tape are inexpensive and pack a powerful punch! Read on for all of the vibrant details…
DIY Modern Blocks
Ready for another DIY gift idea? I made these modern blocks to give my design-loving friends and family members for the holidays. They were affordable and fun to create, and they definitely personalize the gifting process (since they’re handmade)! Plus, they evoke a retro feel while at the same time reflecting one of today’s top trends: mixed materials. Wood, paint, metal and “stone” contact paper combine in this easy project. Read on for all the details…
Retro Christmas DIY Fun
Today I’d like to share two DIY projects I recently created for Decoist! The first is a DIY Christmas centerpiece, shown above. Faux greenery and shiny silver spray paint combine with glass ball ornaments to evoke a retro-fabulous statement piece that screams Art Deco, Mid-Century and ’80s, all at the same time!
A DIY Necklace with Neon Flair
Happy Holidays, Everyone! From now until Christmas, Mirror80 will be featuring one DIY gift idea each week. Today’s featured project: neon necklaces. Remember when I brainstormed neon supplies in this post? I ordered a few of them and hit the ground running. This DIY necklace idea involves chunky beads and vibrant cording. Read on for all the details…
A Retro Fish Figurine Makeover
Last month I headed to Texas AntiqueWeekend and scored some amazing retro finds, including a wooden fish figurine with some major potential. Read more about my scavenging adventure here, and check out additional pics on Instagram. My favorite thing about my retro fish: the bold lines and curves. Don’t you love that pyramid base?! I knew I wanted to paint this piece, and today I’m showing you exactly how I got the job done.
