DIY Nautical Rope Wall Mirror

We love this do-it-yourself project for a Rope Wall Mirror, created by Martha Stewart.

Finished Rope Wall Mirror

Tools and Materials

• 1/2-inch-thick natural-fiber rope (from home-supply stores)
• Unframed 10-inch round mirror
• Cement glue
• Painters' tape
• Tape measure (to measure your rope length)

Measure and cut 2 segments of rope, one to fit around the mirror’s outer edge, the other to fit just inside the first.

Glue rope to mirror, lining up the ends for a neat seam

Rope Seams and Knot End

Secure with painters' tape until dry.

Once dry, make a knotted hanger: Cut a 45-inch length of rope, and tie a knot on both ends (we used a variation on the figure-eight knot; see diagram).

Figure 8 Knot

Glue knotted ends of rope to sides of mirror; one knot should cover the seams.

Secure with painters' tape until dry.

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DIY Starfish Candle Jar

We love this simple, easy, inexpensive do-it-yourself project.

What you'll need:

• clear mason jar
• sand
• votive candle
• twine
• finger starfish

1. Grab your clear mason, jelly or glass jar.

2. Fill it half-way, with sand.  If you don't live near the beach, you may find play sand at your local home-improvement store.

3. Wrap twine around the top of the jar.  You can do this as far down or as thick as you like.

4. Attach a finger starfish to the twine. Just tie it on or use hot glue.

5. Insert a votive candle inside.  For outdoor use, us a citronella candle to keep the bugs at bay.

6. Place on your deck when lounging or outdoor dining; tabletop or line a walking path for a party.

7. Enjoy this beach cottage style candle jar.  And be sure to brag to everyone you made it!

You could also loop some wire around to create a hanger.  Several of these hanging from a tree or your patio umbrella would be beautiful.

Visit our Pinterest page for more decorating and design ideas:
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And you may find natural finger starfish at Seaside Inspired:
http://www.seasideinspired.com/0104_starfish.htm

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