DIY: Anna Griffin 'Retro Pink and Orange' Decoupage Mirror
Landra Lynn
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This fun mirror looks great in a retro inspired space, or even a children's bedroom! The pink and orange design are definite throw backs to the 60s and 70s, add this mirror definitely reflects that. Due 
to drying time, this project will take an afternoon plus overnight to complete.
For this project, you will need:
- A wooden framed mirror with at least a two inch wood border
- Orange colored, latex based paint
- Pink colored crackle paint, available at most home improvement and craft stores (If they don't carry a specific color, as your hardware helper to tint cream or white colored paint.)
- Polyurethane sealer
- Decoupage medium
- Anna Griffin "Pink and Orange" print paper (available at scrapbook stores or online at Paper Addict)
- Medium grit sandpaper
- Tack cloth
You will want the frame to be unstained, unpainted wood prior to beginning this project. If the frame does have paint or stain, use a bit of paint stripper (available at your local home improvement store) according to manufacturer directions.
Start by removing the glass and backing from the frame and setting aside. Lightly sand down the frame with medium grit sandpaper. Once the entire frame has been lightly sanded, remove all dust with a tack cloth. (It is important that there is no excess sanding dust on the frame before painting, or it can interfere with the crackle effect.)
In a container, mix one part latex paint to two parts water and stir well. Using a small sponge brush, paint the entire frame. Allow the paint to dry thoroughly, which should take no more than two hours. Add a second coat of paint, and allow it to dry.
Apply the pink colored crackle paint according to manufacturer instructions. Let the frame sit until the crackle paint is completely dry. Mix a new batch of two parts water to one part latex paint. Brush on with the small sponge brush. Be sure to only go over the crackle once per section in smooth, even strokes. Do not try to fill in areas, as this frame is supposed to look "retro" and over painting will ruin the textured effect.
For this project, you will need:
- A wooden framed mirror with at least a two inch wood border
- Orange colored, latex based paint
- Pink colored crackle paint, available at most home improvement and craft stores (If they don't carry a specific color, as your hardware helper to tint cream or white colored paint.)
- Polyurethane sealer
- Decoupage medium
- Anna Griffin "Pink and Orange" print paper (available at scrapbook stores or online at Paper Addict)
- Medium grit sandpaper
- Tack cloth
You will want the frame to be unstained, unpainted wood prior to beginning this project. If the frame does have paint or stain, use a bit of paint stripper (available at your local home improvement store) according to manufacturer directions.
Start by removing the glass and backing from the frame and setting aside. Lightly sand down the frame with medium grit sandpaper. Once the entire frame has been lightly sanded, remove all dust with a tack cloth. (It is important that there is no excess sanding dust on the frame before painting, or it can interfere with the crackle effect.)
In a container, mix one part latex paint to two parts water and stir well. Using a small sponge brush, paint the entire frame. Allow the paint to dry thoroughly, which should take no more than two hours. Add a second coat of paint, and allow it to dry.
Apply the pink colored crackle paint according to manufacturer instructions. Let the frame sit until the crackle paint is completely dry. Mix a new batch of two parts water to one part latex paint. Brush on with the small sponge brush. Be sure to only go over the crackle once per section in smooth, even strokes. Do not try to fill in areas, as this frame is supposed to look "retro" and over painting will ruin the textured effect.