Mirror, Mirror on the Wall....or Not

 ¹mir·ror

noun \ˈmir-ər, mi-rər\

Definition of MIRROR

1

: a polished or smooth surface (as of glass) 

that forms images by reflection

2

a : something that gives a true representation  

b : an exemplary model 

 

 

Do you decorate with mirrors?

Are they just hanging around?

I decided to look at some different ways 

to use them in our decorating!

 

Aren't these Venetian Mirrored Wall Sconces

beautiful?  I can just imagine the

candle light reflecting off the mirror!

 

 http://www.antiques.com/classified_items.php?SeArChItEmS=&startrage=&endrange=&catid=186&GoPageNo=4

Modern Day Mosaic Mirrored Wall Sconce

 

 

http://www.cabanahome.com/estore/product.php?productid=20547

Try using mirrored tiles in place of a solid mirror.

http://verynice2.com/square-mirror-tiles.php

Beveled Mirror Tiles 

would make a great back splash or an interesting wall display.

http://articlelements.com/styling-your-home-with-mirror-tiles/

 

 

 

 

 

Here's a polished metal subway tile 

with a mirrored finish.

 http://www.kitchenclarity.com/2010/11/reflections-glossy-kitchens/barthelemy-ifrah-dti/

 

 

 

The sky's the limit with mosaics!

This mosaic appears 

on the outside of the building at sidewalk level.

http://gretagonzalez.web.officelive.com/mosaics.aspx

St. Mary's Art Place, St. Mary's, Ohio

commissioned this Mosaic Art Work by Greta Gonzalez

 

 

 

 

 

 Ok, when I say mirrored ceilings,

 I know you are going to groan....but just take a look:

Detail of mirrored ceiling of the Jas Mandir 

in Amber Palace Jaipur Rajasthan India 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Pavillion ceiling at the Chehel Sotun Palace

 

 

 

 

 

Modern Day Penthouse - LasVegas

 http://homedesignset.com/glamorous-las-vegas-penthouse-designed-by-marc-tracy.html

 

 

 

 

If the ceiling doesn't work for you,

what about a beautiful ceiling medallion?

I thought this one was gorgeous!

Horchow Retailers

Here's a great DIY project 

to get the look for less!

 

http://fauxdaddy.blogspot.com/2010/08/mirrored-ceiling-medallion.html

 

 

 

 

If the ceiling just won't work for you,

 think about mirrored light fixtures!

 

Yes, the disco ball still lives in this

modern day interpretation!

  http://www.frontdesign.se/newsupdate_CONFETTI%20LIGHT.htm

 

 

 

 

 

There are so many beautiful 

mirrored fixtures available today!

 

Horchow Retailers

http://thedesignerinsider.blogspot.com/2011/08/modern-mirrored-chandelier.html

http://www.cottagehomemaine.com/beaded_crystal_mirrored_chandeliers_sconces.html

http://www.claytongrayhome.com/item.php?item_id=1365

Centerpieces and table scapes

are perfect opportunities to

use mirrors of all shapes and sizes!

Here is a great idea.

Use the mirrors on different levels.

 

http://www.a1rentalcenter.com/centerpieces/index.htm

This gorgeous antique would be a show stopper.

Henry Wilkinson & Co.

Antique English silver and cut-crystal mirrored centerpiece.

If you like the look

but the pocket book won't comply,

try a vintage mirrored perfume tray or two.

Line them with candles and flowers

down the center of the table!

http://vi.sualize.us/etoilefilante/?waterflow&page=20#page21

 

 

 

 

 

Better yet,

a mirrored table top 

would certainly do the job!

Isn't this gorgeous?

 

http://djonesphoto.typepad.com/djp_studio_news/2009/07/events-in-bloom-st-regis.html

 During the holidays you can always find 

basic mirrored shapes at all the

home goods stores, but here's a great source

for all sizes of mirrored place mats!

http://www.finehomedisplays.com/mirrorplacemats.asp

 

 

 

If mirrored table scapes aren't your thing,

you may want to consider mirrored

candlesticks or tea light holders.

 

A Pair of Art Moderne Silverplate, Glass and Mirrored Table Lamps,

c. 1930, in the form of candlesticks, single candle cup above four glass columns 

on molded mirrored plinth, height 17 in., width 4 3/4 in., depth 4 in. $800/1200

Formal, reproductions are readily available!

http://www.yourfurniturelink.com/products/4503-mirrored-candlesticks.html

Not so formal?

These tea light holders are adorable!

 http://www.kaboodle.com/reviews/estrella-tealight-holder

 

 

Mirrored wall art is a great way to

add light and sparkle to any room.

This site offers everything 

you can think of in mirrored form!

http://www.sendmeamirror.com/category/Shatterproof_Mirrors/Letter_Mirrors/

 

 

I found quite a few mirrored clocks in my research.  

Below is a classic styled reproduction,

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Large-French-Antiqued-Mirror-WALL-CLOCK-Mirrored-Face-/190536923523

...and a modern clock with flair!

http://www.mirrorzonline.com.au/store/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=6_28

Just think about all those vintage mirrors 

you pass up at the thrift stores,

wouldn't they make great clocks?

 

You can buy inexpensive clock kits just about anywhere!

Just make sure you use the proper type 

of drill with the mirror center...

we don't want 7 years of bad luck!

  

This talented blogger 

turned a clock INTO a mirror!

http://www.dwellingsbydevore.com/2011/03/sunburst-mirror.html

Mirrored furniture is a subject for another day!

Mirror, Mirror on the wall

Who's the fairest of them all?

Bless those who read my blog today

and send them on their joyful way!

Live your AUTHENTIC LIFE ~ Be the REAL You!

Blessings,

Martha

 

 First mirror credit:  http://www.richardrothstein.com/ornate-gold-mirror-mirr98259.html