Hand Mirror

[SteveNelson46]

My latest project. It's simple but, most of the girls in the family wanted one as soon as they saw it. Coming soon to the Pattern Depot

[RogerB]

That looks great.Can the butterfly be changed and another pattern be used .(Roses ect.)

[SteveNelson46]

That looks great.Can the butterfly be changed and another pattern be used .(Roses ect.)

Roger,

No. The butterfly is part of the pattern along with the butterfly on the end of the handle. I guess I could make one without the butterflies but it wouldn't be as unique.

[lynnfrwd]

The project is up now.

[aokweld101]

alright, I like it... next obvious question is where to get the mirror ?

[lynnfrwd]

Instructions in the PDF that comes with it. I imagine there are all kinds of sources, hobby shops, craft stores, etc....

Mirror:
Included in this document is a template for the
mirror. Print it out and use it to cut the mirror
or give it to the glazier that will cut the mirror
for you. For added effect I added a ½" bevel to
the perimeter of the 3/16" thick mirror. If you
decide against the bevel, a 1/8" thick mirror
works great. Secure it in the frame with 4 or 5
small spots of clear 100% silicone caulking.

[SteveNelson46]

aokweld101

Any glass and mirror shop will cut the mirror for you. Tucson Glass and Mirror here in Tucson did my 1/8" thick mirror for $15.00

EDIT: BTW, the beveled mirror was $60.00. After comparing both I think the 1/8" thick mirror with no bevel looks better. Lighter too.

[Dan-Woodman]

I haven't looked in a long time , but used to be you could get acrylic mirror and cut it up with a scrollsaw.

[lawrence]

Beautiful project- well done

Lawrence

[Bigtyme]

Great project, Steve. You did a super job. I guess I know what one of my next purchases will be. Thanks for putting it in the depot.