Saturday, May 15, 2010

Tomato Cage Mirror

I really LOVE starburst mirrors. Look at the one I made in December.

Anywho, I wanted to make another one, especially after I saw this one:After studying the mirror, I discovered I needed three metal rings and some metal rods. Where can I get three rings? Answer: A TOMATO CAGE.
I made- I mean asked nicely- if Matt would cut up the tomato cage so I could have my three rings and be on my way to creating a masterpiece. My Three Rings...Now where to get small metal rods?I used the metal stuff left over from our drop down ceiling home improvement project.I cut the long rod into small rods. Arranged a pattern around the rings.Since fire scares me, Matt soldered the rods onto the rings. The next day, I spray painted the body silver, to cover the burn marks and discolorations. I was going for this look, butAfter hot gluing my mirrors on, it turned out like this. I didn't like the look of it, so I went web surfing and found this mirror.I took most of the mirrors off, and followed- as best I could- the pattern above. I must say it looks much much better.
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26 comments:

  1. CindyMay 15, 2010 at 7:51 PM

    Wow, this looks awesome. I would have never thought to use a tomato cage. Where did you get the little mirrors? I really think I need to make one. Just scared b/c all my stuff lately looks homemade and cheesy so I am a LITTLE intimidated.

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  2. JessicaMay 16, 2010 at 9:26 AM

    You can get little mirrors at any craft store- Roberts, Hobby Lobby,Joann's- possibly Wal-mart.

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  3. JennyMay 16, 2010 at 4:20 PM

    wow!!! I love it!! I still want to make one like your first one! will you help me?

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  4. michelle@somedaycraftsMay 17, 2010 at 12:38 AM

    This is amazing! You made that from a tomato cage! Genius!!!! I will feature this at somedaycrafts.blogspot.com tomorrow evening! Grab my "featured" button.

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  5. Karen May 17, 2010 at 6:18 AM

    Hi, saw this at the DIY Show Off and had to stop in. So creative!

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  6. NikkiMay 17, 2010 at 7:46 AM

    That is AMAZING!!!!!!!! I hope you can link it up to my link party on Wednesday! www.nikkisniftyknacks.blogspot.com

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  7. JillMay 17, 2010 at 9:32 AM

    I see these everywhere (and they're so expensive too!) I don't think I'm quite ready to try it myself yet. Yours looks fabulous!


    Popped over here from Motivate me Mondays!

    ~JILL @ envirocraftiness.blogspot.com

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  8. KaysiMay 17, 2010 at 12:29 PM

    WOW what a great idea!! I love how it turned out!

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  9. Natalie MeesterMay 17, 2010 at 7:06 PM

    Great idea! I am busy gathering ideas to make several different types of sunburst and wall mirrors to add to our screen in porch.

    Thanks for a great one!

    Natalie

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  10. AnonymousMay 17, 2010 at 8:32 PM

    you're so clever... well done! would you like to follow me back? have a nice day!
    flory

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  11. LeanneMay 17, 2010 at 9:19 PM

    That is so cool. I love it. Very inspiring. I'm going to have to try this.

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  12. Angie HoldenMay 18, 2010 at 7:09 AM

    This is awesome!!!

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  13. Mad in CraftsMay 18, 2010 at 9:46 AM

    That looks fantastic! If only I owned a soldering gun...

    Thanks for linking up to the Mad Skills party!

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  14. SandyMay 18, 2010 at 8:03 PM

    Looks great! Wow, from a tomato cage, I never would have thought of that!

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  15. MelissaMay 20, 2010 at 5:45 AM

    Wow - that is way too cool...I love it. I am not a fan of starburst mirrors but I think I would have a blast making one - I wonder if I know anyone who might like one? Hm.....

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  16. Mad in CraftsMay 21, 2010 at 7:05 AM

    This project got the most hits at this week's Mad Skills party, so I am featuring you on my blog this morning!

    Grab a brag button for your sidebar if you would like one!

    madincrafts.blogspot.com

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  17. UnknownMay 21, 2010 at 8:38 AM

    Now that's just amazing! I'd never have thought of it.

    Thanks for linking to my blog hop.

    Michelle
    from Trash to Treasure Decorating

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  18. Sumo @ Sumo's Sweet StuffMay 22, 2010 at 8:48 AM

    Thanks for linking up! I featured your idea! Come grab a featured button!

    http://sumossweetstuff.blogspot.com/2010/05/showcase-saturday_22.html

    Sumo

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  19. AnonymousMay 22, 2010 at 11:56 AM

    LOVE IT!!!

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  20. JeanMay 22, 2010 at 12:31 PM

    that is just WAAAY too much talent for one person! you did great! a tomato cage? I am so impressed. this will be enough amazement to last me all week.

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  21. UnknownMay 22, 2010 at 2:10 PM

    Just found this on Sumo's Sweet Stuff. What a cute idea. Think I may have to steal one of my hubby's tomato cages. I have wanted to make one for my daughter's room for a while. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  22. KimMalkMay 22, 2010 at 3:06 PM

    That is just crazy cool.

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  23. Ali @ Honey and Maple SyrupMay 23, 2010 at 5:40 PM

    That looks so cool, and such a clever use of materials!

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  24. Stephanie Lynn @Under the Table and DreamingMay 23, 2010 at 5:52 PM

    Fabulous! I love starburst mirrors! So clever and creative! Fantastic job!! Hope you had a wonderful weekend! ~ Stephanie Lynn

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  25. Patricia @ 9th and DenverMay 23, 2010 at 9:26 PM

    Oooo! I like that mirror too.

    I like that you used a tomato stake-- way to shop the hardware store for something soooo feminine!

    love it!

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  26. GalaxeeMarch 18, 2013 at 2:14 AM

    This is so cool, so creative, I have to try it. Thanks for sharing!!

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