DIY Yardstick Mirror

Heather Painchaud
by Heather Painchaud
$5
1 Hour
Easy
Transforming a fabulous find from the thrift store is the ultimate DIY. It can sometimes take a lot of vision to see how one persons trash can be made into another persons treasure. Today that vision becomes a bit clearer with this easy DIY Yardstick Mirror!
You will need a circular mirror and at least seven yardsticks to complete this project.
This is a mirror that I have been intending to upcycle for a long time! I am so glad that I found a reason to get this project started. You could also purchase a new round mirror from Michaels. I used an 8″ mirror with a 16″ frame.
I love that these vintage yardsticks that I used are from a local and historic paint store, Treadgold Paint Supply.
I tried to keep some of the unique details on the yardsticks to showcase in the mirror.
Heather Painchaud
Want more details about this and other DIY projects? Check out my blog post!
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  • Hayley Richardson Hayley Richardson on Oct 30, 2018

    I love this idea but wanted to comment when I saw your yardsticks with Kelowna on them! I was born and raised there - do you live there as well?

  • Carol Carol on Dec 18, 2018

    How were the yardstick pieces attached to the mirrorframe?

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  • Joanie Joanie on Oct 25, 2018

    I would make this for my Dad or husband for a Christmas gift for his garage......Very cool idea!!

  • Robin Reynolds Robin Reynolds on Apr 19, 2021

    I'm thinking I'll do this with a clock for the workshop.

    Love the idea.

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