How to Make a Mirror for a Barbie Doll
Barbie dolls require a lot of accessories and clothing to inspire children to spend hours of play with the figures. You can create a mirror for your child's favorite Barbie quickly with just a few inexpensive supplies. Attach the mirror to the doll's closet or a dollhouse wall so your child can assist her Barbies in hair styling and primping. Accessories like mirrors help enhance children's make-believe play.
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Things You'll Need
- Scissors
- Small piece of cardboard
- White school glue
- Aluminum foil
- Hook and loop tape, such as velcro
Instructions
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Cut a small oval, rectangle or square out of the cardboard piece to use as a form for the Barbie mirror.
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Trace the cardboard shape onto the aluminum foil and cut out the shape.
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Glue the aluminum foil onto the cardboard shape with the shiny side facing out. Allow it to dry.
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Cut the trim so that it is long enough to fit around the edge of the mirror. This creates a frame.
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Glue the trim around the edge of the mirror and let it dry.
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Cut a half-inch of the hook and loop tape and glue one section to the backside of the mirror. Glue the other side to the wall of the dollhouse or the doll's closet.
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Tips & Warnings
Create a hand mirror for the Barbie by leaving off the hook and loop tape. Glue the top section of the toothpick to the back, letting the end of the wood extend down to use as a handle for the Barbie.
References
- Photo Credit wrinkled foil image by Igor Zhorov from Fotolia.com
