How to Make a Starburst Mirror for $2

I got my inspiration for this mirror  from a blog called "Crafty Nest."  So, I popped over to Dollar Tree and found some materials to make my own version. Mine is smaller than the starburst mirror, but for a mere $2 and 30 minutes, I am pretty pleased with the results.

Materials:
Small mirror ($1)
Package of popsicle sticks ($1 - I'm going to say my package of sticks contained 100, but that's just a guess.)
Spray paint (I used some leftover white Krylon Fusion; it doesn't take much.)
Hot glue gun with glue sticks (Already had on hand, but for those who do not have one, I believe they run maybe $5.)

Step 1: Cover the Popsicle Sticks With Spray Paint.

Note: This is harder than it sounds because the force of the spray will flip some over. There is probably a solution for this that people more creative than me have thought of.

Step 2: Flip Your Mirror Over, and Use the Hot Glue Gun to Adhere the Popsicle Sticks to the Back of the Mirror.

I tried to glue the sticks as close to the edge as possible, so that most of the popsicle sticks would show.

Step 3: After You Have Glued One Layer All the Way Around, Glue a Second Layer (and a Third Layer, Too, If You Are So Inclined) on Top of the First.

As you add your second layer, make sure that part of the second row of popsicle sticks is sticking out past the first row.

Step 4: Cut a Small Piece of Scrap Ribbon, and Glue Both Sides to the Back.

This will allow you to hang your beautiful mirror. Yay!