May 11th, 2007
Mirror, Mirror!
I am so excited about a class I just scheduled here in our studio with Tim Poe, the creator of the Antique Mirror Patina Solutions System. I began experimenting with this product and Modellos to create decorative effects that combine mirror patination with gilding, mica powders and metallic paints and there are some amazingly beautiful things that can be achieved.

It’s not difficult, but there is definitely a process and a learning curve. Tim will be covering all the basics as well as how to approach multi-tile mirror installations, panels and applying mirror to furniture. I know that there will be a lot of interest in this, so check out this link to download a PDF flyer on the class and register soon if you are interested! I can’t wait!!

If you’d like to read about some more options, here is a link to a recent article I wrote for the Faux Finisher Magazine, Elegant Reflections.
May 14th, 2007 at 7:57 am
I discovered you blog today and I love every single post! Woderful. I will link to you as I want to come back more often.
Thanks for sharing all your experience!
May 14th, 2007 at 6:03 pm
Fabulous! I will be visiting Beijing as well. Thanks so much-
Melanie
May 23rd, 2007 at 6:24 pm
Melanie, this is the coolest thing ever!
June 1st, 2007 at 10:40 am
Melanie. These mirrors contiue to inspire me..Just love it.
June 25th, 2007 at 10:57 am
Melanie,
I’d love to know more about your mirror class, and all its applications.
Thanks.
Amy Sullivan
July 9th, 2007 at 8:16 am
Melanie,
Can you tell me if this can be done on an existing, already installed bathroom mirror? I have clients that want to break up their big, old, boring bathroom mirror.
Thanks.
Lucinda
July 9th, 2007 at 1:45 pm
Hi Lucinda-
No, unfortunately it cannot be done on installed mirrors because all of the patination and artwork is done from the reverse side after removing the latex paint protective backing to expose the reflective surface. There ARE some techniques you can do on the front of the glass, however. See http://www.modellodesigns.com/Methods.asp?idno=583
Melanie
April 12th, 2009 at 11:15 pm
Wow! What beautiful work and what an inspiration. I am going to experiment some.
August 28th, 2010 at 3:43 am
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Yes! I agree what you say!…