Don't Toss Your Empty Toilet Paper Rolls - Reuse Them For Chic Mirror Wall Art

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The internet is full of mirror decor ideas to use for inspiration. Here's one that's quite unique. While saving toilet paper rolls to create mirror art might not have crossed your mind before, they can actually become part of a very stylish piece. Are you familiar with sunburst mirrors? They've been around for hundreds of years, and feature a mirror center that's surrounded by rays of sunshine. In this DIY, that's where the toilet paper rolls come into play. With a bit of crafting, you can make wall art that transforms an ordinary round mirror into a "bursting" one.

Now, could you just purchase a sunburst mirror from a home decor store? Absolutely. However, there are multiple benefits to this project, including that it's fun, affordable, and a clever way to keep TP rolls out of the garbage. It might take a little while to prepare for the DIY, as you'll need around a dozen tubes or more. But even if you end up saving too many, you can use empty toilet paper rolls to organize your home as well!

As for the supplies, you'll need scissors, a hot glue gun, spray paint, and a circular base, such as this Wood Wreath Ring from Hobby Lobby. You can also grab a Round Decorative Mirror from there if you don't have one already. The last item required is a wooden board that's approximately a couple of inches longer than the ring's diameter. Pick any color you like when it comes to the spray paint. For example, you could use gold so that it's similar to many other sunburst mirrors. Or, combine earthy tones and bright colors if you want a bohemian DIY project.

The project idea was shared by the Creativefz YouTube channel. First, you need to cut all of the cardboard tubes in half lengthwise. Then, one by one, attach them to the outside of the wooden ring (with their cut sides down) using glue. Be sure to fill the entire ring with the rolls. Next, glue the board vertically to the back of the ring, keeping it centered. You can now spray paint the piece. If you're using multiple colors, consider painting the items before attaching them together, which might make the task easier. Finally, glue the mirror to the board, directly in the center of the ring.

You'll now have a beautiful sunburst mirror to hang up on the wall. Attach a heavy-duty picture hanger to the back of the board in order to help you do so. It'll look like regular wall decor, but only you'll know how far from ordinary it actually is. Give it some extra flair by gluing TeeLiy Store Flat Back Jewels around the edge of the mirror. Or, to make the sun burst even more, you could try incorporating paper towel tubes into the design, alternating them with the TP rolls. Proudly display your wall art in the entryway or living room. If visitors do ask about the mirror, you'll have a very interesting story to share.