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The art of Mosaic was believed to be first used in the Mesopotamian area around the 3rd-century BC. It made its way across ancient civilizations and over thousands of years. But what exactly is Mosaic? Is it a type of art that a beginner can do? Can any material be made into a Mosaic? We've […]

If you're a mosaic art beginner, check out some guidelines and small tips on how you should approach your first mosaic art endeavor in order to make the best of it.

The beautiful art form of mosaic has caught your attention and you want to know how to make mosaics at home? Luckily there are different ways to create them at many levels of difficulty and equipment needed. We've put together tips and tricks gathered from mosaic experts and craftspeople alike to share with you here. […]

A mosaic is a pattern of irregularly shaped pieces all fitted together to cover a surface. Mosaics can make distinct pictures or shapes out of thousands of smaller pieces, but they don't have any discernible pattern. This fantastic form of artwork can be added to dull spaces, but on what surface can you add a […]

Save money, make your own tiles & Tesserae for Mosaics. Tips and tricks to working with up-cycled glass, including tumbling

I'm often asked by customers what's the easiest way to create a mosaic in a hard to reach place and how do I use fibreglass mesh to create a mosaic? So here it is, the mosaic mesh method demonstrated. In this method tiles or tesserae are adhered directly onto fibreglass mesh which is then set into a bed of cement based adhesive. You are working using the direct method. Advantages of the fibreglass mesh method: The mosaic can be prepared in your work environment and then cut down and…

Instructions of how to finish Grouting Glass-on-Glass mosaics. Tests for various grouts; Thinset &. Sanded Grout

Mosaic decorations add a splash of color to your garden. These DIY projects bring artistic flair and personal touches to outdoor spaces with vibrant patterns.

Water-resistant foam-core mosaic backers for exterior mosaics, such Jill Gatwoods' Pet Memorial Name Plaques can be made by wrapping hard polystyrene foam insulation board in three successive layers of fiberglass mesh and thinset mortar., and the end product is pretty tough and impact resistant.

Adding a mosaic to your outdoor space can make a bland garden, patio, or pool into something extraordinary. Whether it's a piece of art you craft yourself or something you've purchased, the beautiful colors and patterns that go into mosaics are absolutely timeless! But how should you properly adhere to the pieces or the tiles? […]