Hey guys! Today I wanna show you how to make a raffia mirror. If you like the bohemian or coastal decor, then this DIY is definitely for you! It’s a very easy project and it adds an organic feel to your home. So, let’s get to it!
Want to make a raffia mirror like this?
Watch my tutorial video below:
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Supplies
- natural raffia cord
- 6″ round mirror
- 6″ metal ring
- hot glue gun
- pair of scissors
- ruler
Step 1
I started by unfolding the raffia cord and then I took one cord and with the help of a ruler I cut off the cord at 10″. I used this cord as a guide to cut all the rest I was going to need. And I’m going to need a LOT!
First, I cut the cords one by one but then I realized that this would take me a lot of time and so I changed my approach. I gathered a bunch of them at this time making sure that they are all aligned to each other and then I made the cut.
I’m glad I’ve changed my mind and followed my second option because I wasn’t too patient at that time and I’m known for patience!
Step 2
Next, I wanted to straighten them because as you can see they are bent…so, I laid down a pillowcase on my table but you can use a towel if you want and then I put a bunch of the raffia cords on top and then I covered them with another pillowcase and with the help of an iron, I ironed them and put them aside.
Step 4
Then, I took three to five cords, that is depending on how thick the cords are, and then I folded them in half to create a loop and then I put the loop under the metal ring and then passed the cords through the loop and pulled tight to secure them.
And I attached lots of them to fill the metal ring. In fact, I run out of raffia and I had to cut and straighten them with the iron again because I wanted my mirror to be full and nice.
That’s why you see me here pushing the knots towards each other and the reason is simple. I tried to make room for the rest of the raffia I had to attach on.
Step 5
After I squeezed and squeezed and attached all the raffia I needed, I then took my trusted glue gun and poured hot glue all around to the back, and then I placed my mirror on top and pushed it down to help it stick.
Step 6
When it was all nice and secure I took a piece of raffia, folded it in half to create a loop, and then made a knot. This will be my hanger. I placed it on top of the back of the mirror and hot glued it in place.
First, I poured hot glue on the mirror at the point where I wanted my hanger to be, stick it in place, and then I added more hot glue on the top of the hanger to reinforce it and VOILA!
The reveal
Guys, I’m thrilled about how it turned out and I’m absolutely in love with this DIY and the best part is that it was so easy to make it!
I hope I inspired you to make this raffia mirror and I also want to thank you for being part of this DIY family!
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