How to Hang a Frameless Oval Mirror on the Wall | Pretty Handy Girl

 

How to Hang a Frameless Oval Mirror on the Wall | Pretty Handy GirlOne of the things I love about my client’s home is her spacious master bathroom. Our small bathroom pales in comparison to this size. And yet, I’ve seen much larger master bathrooms. But frankly, who wants to clean all that?

Luckily the homeowner had already put in new tile and the vanity before I began work. The vanity top was installed by the homeowner a week later than this picture. The two things that I recommended were to ditch the light fixture (learn how to swap out ugly Hollywood style light fixtures) and the builder grade mirror.

How to Hang a Frameless Oval Mirror on the Wall | Pretty Handy Girl

In its place I installed two frameless wall-mounted oval mirrors. These mirrors were the perfect amount of elegance needed in this master bathroom. And, they were a cinch to install! Want to learn How to Hang a Frameless Oval Mirror? Let’s get to it.

Materials:

Instructions:

Remove the mounting template from the mirror box. Determine the height of your mirror and where you want to mount the mirror. Tape the template on the wall. Level the template.

How to Install a Frameless Oval Mirror on the Wall | Pretty Handy Girl

Drill holes into the template where noted.

How to Install a Frameless Oval Mirror on the Wall | Pretty Handy Girl

Remove the paper template. Fold wall anchor and press into the pre-drilled holes. Read more

HGTV Smart Home Tour - Raleigh, NC - You Could Win It! | Pretty Handy Girl

Update: The 2016 HGTV Dream Home has a winner. However, it’s still fun to visit.

Y’all! Do you want to live near me in Raleigh, NC?

Of course, right?!

HGTV Smart Home Tour - Raleigh, NC - You Could Win It! | Pretty Handy Girl

Would you like to have the talented designer, Tiffany Brooks design your home?

Who wouldn’t?

HGTV Smart Home Tour - Raleigh, NC - You Could Win It! | Pretty Handy Girl

Would you like to have a brand spankin’ new 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC at your disposal?

Ummm, no question!

HGTV Smart Home Tour - Raleigh, NC - You Could Win It! | Pretty Handy Girl

 

Do you want a a 1.2 million dollar home in Raleigh, NC complete with furnishings and all the hi-tech gadgets?

YES! YES! YES!

HGTV Smart Home Tour - Raleigh, NC - You Could Win It! | Pretty Handy Girl

HGTV Smart Home Tour - Raleigh, NC - You Could Win It! | Pretty Handy Girl

 

It’s fun to dream! We could be friends and I could come over and have coffee with you in your gorgeous kitchen. Read more

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5 Ways to Lighten Up a Dark Room | Pretty Handy Girl

I get a lot of questions from readers. Recently Joyce, emailed me with some questions about her new apartment in a basement. She asked, “How do I increase the amount of light in my dark basement apartment?”

Have no fear Joyce, I’m here to help and hopefully create a home that is dreamy and less hobbit-like. With a little TLC and intentional changes it will be dreamy! Here are 5 Ways to Lighten Up a Dark Room:

1. Curtains:

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Hang curtains outside your windows. You won’t want to block even one inch of glass. Let the edge of the curtain overlap the casing. White curtains and sheers will help keep the room feeling light and airy. Be forewarned that heavy and dark drapes will absorb some of your light, so keep them light and airy!

You want privacy, but still have light come in, check out this DIY privacy film? It is a wonderful way to cover your windows but still let the light come in. Read more

Magazine File Box Facelift | Pretty Handy Girl

Magazine File Box Facelift | Pretty Handy Girl

It’s a new year and I want to give a few rooms in our house a fresh new look. Our office was one of the first spaces I completed when I started this blog (has it really been 5 1/2 years!)

I’m tired of staring at the same room day after day. I know many of you feel the same way. You have that itch, or a burning desire to hop in the car and drive to your nearest Home Goods, World Market or The Container Store to buy cute colorful decor or storage bins. I almost caved into that desire because I was tired of looking at the two tone boxes I bought 6 years ago.  But, that would mean discarding the old ones. You know how I feel about throwing things away! If I can upcycle it, I’m going to!

Magazine File Box Facelift | Pretty Handy Girl

Within 10 minutes you could give a Magazine File Box a Facelift (or a storage box)! I saved a lot of money reusing the old. Factor in the gas money I saved by not driving to the store. And the time I saved by not leaving the house. I think I deserve a big fat high five! Put ‘er there fellow savers!

Here’s How to Give Your Magazine File Box a Facelift: Read more

Holiday Home Tour - Kitchen | Pretty Handy Girl

Holiday Home Tour - Kitchen | Pretty Handy Girl

One of my favorite rooms to decorate is our kitchen. There is something about the combination of aqua with green that makes me happy. Welcome to the next room on my Holiday Home Tour, the kitchen!

Holiday Home Tour - Kitchen | Pretty Handy Girl

Updating the window seat with aqua and snowflake pillows is the first thing I do when Thanksgiving is over.

I love adding a little bling to the chandelier during the holiday season. Last year I hung a beaded garland from the chandelier, this year it’s white buds and gold painted eucalyptus leaves.

Holiday Home Tour - Kitchen | Pretty Handy Girl

The open shelves get a new vignette. It’s such an easy swap that gives us something new to look at throughout the season. Read more