Anyone who read my prior post on how to create a mosaic mirror in a butterfly shape knows that this is a new passion.
This new passion for mosaic craft was 'on fire' when I came across this beautiful but oh-so-easy-to-make mosaic mirror by Kayte Terry at Craftstylish.com using old plastic credit cards! Great Idea. (Yes, I am collecting cards from all over the house as we speak and I think a project is coming up with plastic reddish store cards instead.)
photo credit : Craftstylish.com/item/39111/how-to-make-a-mosaic-with-your-old-plastic
This project is so easy, that I want to classify it as kids craft. The only thing that might be hard for kids would be to cut up the credit or store debit cards, and this can be done by an adult ahead of time.
What you'll need
- A wooden mirror (inexpensive Ikea mirrors) -- or use a frame if you want to make a mosaic picture frame instead.
- Paint and brush (you can use acrylic craft paint or even house paint)
- Old plastic credit and loyalty cards in a range of colors (For a 10x10 inch frame, you'll need about 12 cards)
- Sharp household scissors.
- Craft glue for wood and plastic, such as Beacon Multi-Grip. But have a look at this article 'which glue' if you're uncertain.
Free Tutorial - Mirror Mosaic DIY Project Step-by-step
- Step 1) First, cut up old expired credit cards, store debit cards or used-up plastic store gift cards, in squares.
- Step 2) Then, use a plain IKEA craft mirror and give it several coats of a basic household paint. Gesso + acrylics is fine also. Choose a color that coordinates well with the dominant color of your mosaic pieces.
- Alternative: if you want, you can make your own timber-rimmed mirror, but this requires more time and is more difficult. The 'next best thing' to the IKEA mirror would be to use a piece of rather light wood with smooth edges.
- Step 3) Glue an inexpensive dollar-store or craft mirror in the center at the front, and a hanging tag at the back.
- Step 4) Last, glue the plastic pieces on the mirror rim on the front randomly.
- Step 5) Let it dry thoroughly.
If you used a piece of wood instead of a store-bought mirror and it is thick enough, you might prep the edges by smoothing them first with sandpaper then with paint. Then, place a row of little plastic pieces on the sides.
Looks fabulous, don't you think?! An incredibly fast, inexpensive and creative alternative to using ceramic mosaic tiles, using some recycled materials. Yes!
