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May 9, 2019 · 32 Comments

$5 Inspirational Wall Art

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I was recently diagnosed with breast cancer.  I was in Dollar Tree and I saw wall art stickers that inspired me.  I grabbed a picture frame and some spray paint, and made an inspirational sign for my home.

Supplies Needed:

Picture Frame

Wall Art Stickers

Krylon Looking Glass Spray Paint

Optional – Black Spray Paint

$5 Inspirational Wall Art Video

I removed the glass from the picture frame.

I cleaned it with an alcohol prep pad to remove all dirt, debris, finger prints, and oil.

Once that was dry I took it outside and spray painted it with Krylon looking glass spray paint. It took 2 coats and I let it dry between each coat.  I decided to spray a coat of black spray paint onto the back to give it some depth.

Once that dried completely I put the glass back into the picture frame. I love that the mirror color looked antiqued on the glass.

I added my wall art stickers to the front of the picture frame on top of the glass.

The great thing about these stickers are – if I ever want to remove the stickers, change them, or just leave it as a mirror I can.

I decided to put it in our office and where I would see it every day.  I love how this inspirational sign turned out!

Want to see the video?  Click the link below…

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  1. LindaS says

    May 9, 2019 at 7:49 am

    What a great idea, Chas! I never thought of spraying the glass in a picture frame to use for something like this. I am thinking about other things that could use that type of treatment. 🙂

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    • Chas says

      May 9, 2019 at 7:55 am

      Thank you Linda, I’m excited about the picture too. I’m even more excited that I can change up the wall stickers on it – seasonal decor, inspirational, etc. 🙂

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  2. ALICIA S. says

    May 9, 2019 at 7:24 pm

    Thanks for the great idea! I love those stickers with inspirational sayings and this is another way for me to display them. I hope these words will help you as you struggle through the coming battle. I wish you a speedy treatment and completely healthy future.

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    • Chas says

      May 10, 2019 at 6:14 am

      Thank you so much Alicia, I’m ready to rock this. I’m so glad you like this idea too 🙂

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  3. Antionette Blake says

    May 9, 2019 at 7:34 pm

    So sorry about your breast cancer diagnosis. Sending up prayers and thank you for sharing this inspirational DIY at #trafficjamweekend

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    • Chas says

      May 10, 2019 at 6:14 am

      Thank you Antionette, I appreciate it so much.

      Reply
  4. Leanna says

    May 9, 2019 at 8:15 pm

    Great tutorial again Chas. I never go to the dollar store without wishing you were there lol. You will beat this disease and i will pray it happens quickly

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    • Chas says

      May 10, 2019 at 6:15 am

      Thank you Leanna and yes, let’s totally go to the dollar store together some time – would love that.

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  5. Cindy says

    May 13, 2019 at 11:53 pm

    I love your creation. Easy to make and yet lots of creativity involved too. The message is so inspiring!

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    • Chas says

      May 14, 2019 at 5:24 am

      Thank you so much Cindy 🙂

      Reply
  6. Tracy Albiero says

    May 14, 2019 at 12:25 pm

    Super cute idea! Great use of the items. I will keep my eye out on a phrase that will be a great end of year gift for my kids teacher! #trafficjam

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    • Chas says

      May 14, 2019 at 2:10 pm

      Thank you so very much Tracy and love that idea for teachers 🙂

      Reply
  7. Kathleen Berlew says

    May 15, 2019 at 6:29 am

    Great project and tutorial. I love the look of the script on the looking glass paint. Thanks for sharing!

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    • Chas says

      May 15, 2019 at 6:38 am

      Thank you so much Kathleen.

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  8. April J Harris says

    May 15, 2019 at 12:22 pm

    I’m sorry to hear about your diagnosis, Chas. Wishing you a swift and complete recovery. I will be praying for you. This is wonderful inspirational art – it looks so pretty and I love the encouragement it provides. Sharing on the Hearth and Soul Facebook page tomorrow. Thank you for being a part of the Hearth and Soul Link Party.

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    • Chas says

      May 15, 2019 at 2:37 pm

      Thank you April, I appreciate that. Thank you for sharing and thanks for all your support and encouragement.

      Reply
  9. Marilyn says

    May 15, 2019 at 1:27 pm

    Thank you for sharing at #ThursdayFavoriteThings. Pinned and shared.

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    • Chas says

      May 15, 2019 at 2:37 pm

      Thank you so very much pinning and sharing Marilyn, I appreciate it.

      Reply
  10. Carol says

    May 16, 2019 at 8:24 am

    Oh Chas! First and foremost, so sorry to hear about your diagnosis and sending you healing thoughts. Not surprised you’re approaching things with a can do attitude and I’ve seen this quote and love it . I really love what you did with it, and featuring when my party opens up tonight. Big hugs!

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    • Chas says

      May 16, 2019 at 9:00 am

      Thank you so very much Carol, I appreciate your hugs & well wishes. You are so very sweet to feature my project, thank you so much for the encouragement and support. Sending hugs back 🙂

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  11. Julie says

    May 17, 2019 at 8:36 am

    Hugs from across the pond. Wishing you a speedy recovery and a healthy future.
    This sign is just great, the mirror finish is lovely and the quote is a fabulous one.

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    • Chas says

      May 17, 2019 at 11:58 am

      Thank you so very much Julie, I appreciate the hugs, and well wishes. I’m so glad you like the sign, and I’m sending hugs back to you.

      Reply
  12. Clearissa Coward says

    May 18, 2019 at 1:47 pm

    So sorry to hear about your diagnosis but your wall art says it all. It is beautifully done and has a beautiful sentiment. Thank you for sharing with #OMHGWW and please be strong.

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    • Chas says

      May 18, 2019 at 5:39 pm

      Thank you so much Clearissa. It sits where I can see it every day, and reminds me to keep going and I’ll get through this. Thanks for a great party and I’ll see you at the next one.

      Reply
  13. Marilyn Lesniak says

    May 18, 2019 at 7:59 pm

    Thank you for sharing at #OverTheMoon. Pinned and shared.

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    • Chas says

      May 19, 2019 at 7:37 am

      Thank you very much for Pinning and sharing Marilyn, I appreciate it 🙂

      Reply
  14. Fran says

    July 3, 2019 at 6:34 am

    Hello, Chas! I love your blog, and I also want to congratulate you on completing your radiation treatments. I, too, am a breast cancer survivor, and I know how good it feels to cross that part of treatment off your list.
    I wish you many years of good health!

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    • Chas says

      July 3, 2019 at 7:33 am

      You are so very sweet Fran, thank you so very much. I’m so excited you are enjoying the blog. Thank you for the congrats and congrats back to you on going through your treatment as well! Thanks for the well wishes and sending you hugs!

      Reply
  15. Ticia Parente says

    May 30, 2020 at 6:29 am

    Chas I share everyone’s good wishes for your continued well being. In your post you did a ‘mirror’ ball and glass in a frame. What I’m asking is if you ever sprayed a metal piece which is solid, not glass, if the effect is the same. I’m asking because I found a lovely metal candle holder in the thrift store which could use some love. So outside of painting it silver which might still be done, I like the idea of the ‘mirror’ effect but hate to invest if it won’t work. There are some birds on the piece which I plan on ‘coloring’ with nail polish. Your thoughts?

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    • Chas says

      May 30, 2020 at 8:32 am

      Thanks for clarifying what you are looking for Ticia. I have used the mirror effect spray on other surfaces and it just comes out silver – it loses the mirror effect. I have tried several other paints to try and get that “shiny” silver effect and I still have yet to find exactly what I’m looking for. Your project sounds fun and I can’t wait to see it.

      Reply
  16. Joanne Mahan says

    May 11, 2021 at 9:32 am

    Chaz, I know you have gone thru so much in the past. I’m sorry this is another road you have to take. My Daughter-in-law just found out also she has breast cancer and now is going to go thru a double mastectomy. My prayers go out to you. I know in my heart you will get thru this I will keep you in my prayers. You are the most strong person I know.
    God Bless you. Your family also. The sign says it all.
    Lots & Lots of love & Hugs

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    • Chas says

      May 11, 2021 at 1:56 pm

      Thank you so much, Joanne, and luckily I’m through the worst of it now. I’m sorry that your daughter-in-law has to go through this too. Hugs to your family.

      Reply

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