The phrase "shiny side" refers to focusing on the positive or optimistic aspects of a situation or something in life. It suggests looking at the bright side and finding the good points instead of dwelling on the negative or pessimistic side.
Sentences with «shiny side»
Take a piece of your cut out burlap and place the freezer paper shiny side down in the spot you want it. (powerofpaint.net)
Place each banana leaf square shiny side up, atop 10 - inch foil square. (vegetariantimes.com)
Cover your second pie with aluminum foil shiny side down and freeze for up to 3 months. (twiniversity.com)