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Modernized Solid Pine Hand Crafted Heart Wall Shelf

Bringing New Life to a Country Classic. We’ve all seen them: those solid, well-built pine shelves from the 80s and 90s that have a lot of heart (literally) but are stuck in that unmistakable "orange" stain era. While the craftsmanship is top-tier (this one was hand crafted by my father in law), the color can often feel a bit too retro for a contemporary home. In this tutorial, I’m showing you how to take a vintage 9-cubby wall shelf and transform it from a dated relic into a bolder, fresher, and more current statement piece. By applying a rich chestnut brown stain , we’ve traded that brassy orange hue for a deep, sophisticated tone that highlights the wood grain. Follow along as I walk you through the prep, the staining process, and how this simple color shift completely changes the vibe of the piece—making those iconic heart cutouts feel intentional and chic rather than just "country."
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Wall Mirror Formerly A Dresser Mirror

 


Upcycled dresser mirror to share with you done in a soft green, white and silver. 


I try and give as many pieces new life when I can and these dusty old dresser mirrors waited patiently for their turn. They were in great reflective condition and the rectangular shape worked to use on a wall or as a childs standing mirror. One mirror has already been reloved in purple and silver and found its forever home.


After a good wipe down and cleaning of the glass the center design was removed. I then put slick paper under the edges and painted on a coat of tide pool Dixie Belle silk mineral paint.


On this one I wanted to try a raised design on the top edge. The tea towel floral Dixie Belle stencil was my choice to go with the existing corner appliques.


For the raised texture I used white Dixie Belle mud applied with an offset spatula.


And this was the design once stencil lifted. It was left to dry well overnight.


The next day I lightly sanded the design with a Dixie Belle sanding sponge to remove and pointy peeks then painted it all a second coat of tide pool green silk mineral paint.


On the lower edges I used a design from the delicate lace Dixie Belle silk screen stencil applying whitecap silk mineral paint with a Dixie Belle Artist Brush. I also used this brush and white color to paint the wooden and mud texture designs at the top.


To add a bit of shimmer and shine silver Dixie Belle Gilding Wax was applied over the white designs with my fingertip.


I am not sure if I love the white/silver detailing but it is super easy to paint over!


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  1. CaraDecember 21, 2022 7:14 PM

    Thank you for linking up to https://www.vintagestylegal.com/2022/12/whimsy-home-wednesday-no-9.html and sharing your inspiration with us. I’m loving your mirror makeover, it looks great Lee Ann!

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  2. MeredithDecember 22, 2022 9:12 AM

    Thank you for linking up to Whimsy Home Wednesday, and for sharing your inspiration with us. I’m loving your mirror makeover! You are very talented Lee Ann!

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    1. Creative MomentsDecember 22, 2022 10:20 AM

      Thanks Meredith for the kind words and hosting, Merry Christmas!

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  3. Vintage Style GalDecember 27, 2022 4:40 AM

    Thank you for sharing on Whimsy Home Wednesday Lee Ann, I have chosen your mirror to be featured this week!

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    1. Creative MomentsDecember 27, 2022 10:11 AM

      Awe, that is so lovely to hear, thank you. Happy New Year!

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  4. Funky Junk InteriorsJanuary 06, 2023 6:28 PM

    What a lovely mirror makeover! The raised stencilling is certainly next level cool!

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    1. Creative MomentsJanuary 07, 2023 9:46 AM

      Thank you Donna, I appreciate you time and kind words :) Happy New Year!

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