How to Draw a Mirror: Easy 9-Step Guide for Kids

Looking for a fun, creative project? This mirror drawing tutorial is perfect for artists ages 5 and up. All you need is a pencil, an eraser, and some paper to bring this classic object to life while practicing your symmetrical line work.

10 Steps

🎯 Final Result

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Sketching the Handle Base

Two parallel curved lines forming the base of a hand mirror handle on white paper.

Start by drawing two gentle, parallel curved lines. These form the base of your mirror's handle. Tip: Keep these lines close together so the handle looks sturdy and balanced.

Step 2: Adding Decorative Curves

Drawing the decorative scalloped top of a mirror frame.

Connect the bottom of the handle with a small curve. At the top, add a series of cloud-like, scalloped lines. Tip: Don't worry about making these perfectly even; a little variation makes the mirror look more ornate.

Step 3: Defining the Handle

Adding an oval detail to the bottom of the mirror handle.

Continue the curved lines downward until they meet at a point. Add a small oval near the bottom of the handle for a decorative grip. Tip: Use a light touch for the oval so it looks like a subtle detail.

Step 4: Outlining the Frame

Starting the outer frame of the mirror with symmetrical curved lines.

Extend a curved line outward from each side of the handle. Then, add another curve from those points to begin the outer frame. Tip: Imagine you are drawing the wings of a butterfly to keep the sides symmetrical.

Step 5: Shaping the Left Side

Drawing the left side of the mirror frame with curved lines.

Draw a long, elegant curved line for the left side of the frame, followed by a shorter curve at the top. Tip: Use one fluid motion for the long curve to keep it looking smooth.

Step 6: Balancing the Right Side

Completing the right side of the mirror frame to match the left.

Repeat the process on the right side, drawing a long and short curved line to match the left. Tip: Check your work by holding your paper up to a light to see if both sides look balanced.

Step 7: Closing the Frame

Closing the top of the mirror frame with a pointed arch.

Extend the lines upward from both sides until they meet at a gentle point at the top. This completes the outer frame shape. Tip: If the point looks a bit sharp, use your eraser to soften the curve.

Step 8: Adding the Glass Reflection

Adding an oval glass shape and a diagonal light reflection line inside the mirror.

Draw a large oval inside the frame to represent the mirror glass. Add a diagonal line across the center to suggest a reflection of light. Tip: Keep the diagonal line thin so it looks like a highlight, not a crack!

Step 9: Final Details

Finished line art of a hand mirror with reflective lines.

Add a few more diagonal lines across the glass to enhance the reflective effect. Your mirror outline is now complete and ready for color!

Color Your Mirror

A fully colored, golden hand mirror drawing.

Bring your drawing to life! We used gold for a royal look, but you can use silver, blue, or your favorite color. Tip: Use a light grey or blue for the glass to make it look shiny.