This Dollar Tree Hack Turns Appetizer Cups And A Pizza Pan Into A Unique Mirror

Upcycling affordable dollar store items into high-scale home decor has become an art form on social media. It appeals to the eco-friendly side of recycling and the budget-friendly side of saving money on artwork. One way to accomplish this is with a funky artistic mirror project, which sees plastic appetizer dishes, a pizza pan, an adhesive mirror, and some embellishments become stunning wall decor with the help of paint and glue. The finished product looks anything but frugal. 

The key to glitzy decorations that give a luxurious look without the price tag is modifying the original supplies to mimic materials you'd buy in an expensive home furnishing store. This involves creative techniques that make the most of paints, wood stains, and other elements. Luckily, this one calls for very few alterations to the original materials with a big payoff. If you're looking for ways to decorate your walls without using framed art, a DIY mirror is a thrifty yet aesthetically pleasing choice. Check out how to make your own at home with a few Dollar Tree kitchen items and a crafty attitude.

Before starting, you'll need a few supplies. Pop into Dollar Tree for the Cooking Concepts tin pizza pan, floral garden pearl wrap ribbon, and several packs of tall mini square bowls. For this project, TikToker Budget Friendly Creations used about 26, and also sourced an Amazon mirror for their project. Keep it at a dollar store price point by opting for the round Luminessence glass mirror candleholder, which will require fewer bowls, or use this as a DIY project that will turn any mirror into a work of art and upcycle something old. You'll also want strong glue, like E6000, and spray paint in your choice of color. Once assembled, it's DIY time.

The best thing about these luxe crafts is customizing them. After gluing the bowls together to form a circle, paint them any color you like, or go a different route. Applying gold leaf adds a glitzy pop, while a metallic wax rub like AMACO Rub 'n Buff can be used to antique or bronze the frame before sticking the mirror in the center. A final application of pearl ribbon hides the seam of the bowls and provides a little sparkle, but you can leave this out if you prefer. Swap out the mirror for a painting to completely change the vibe of the piece. If you're looking for stunning entryway accent wall ideas to transform the look of your space, this is a great project. However you personalize it, you can count on affordability and pride in a one-of-a-kind decoration.