This is an online Zoom-based “gathering” where we’ll make things together and share ideas.
Mosaic is a two-part process, and the two parts cannot be done on the same day. That’s why I scheduled a session last week and now this week. Both are free of charge, and you can attend one or both.
Ideally, you’ve now completed the sticking-the-pieces-on part of your mosaic. (If you haven’t, no worries — you can watch and learn.) I’ll give a brief demo of how to mix grout and how to smoosh it into all the little crevices between and around your mosaic pieces, then wipe it all clean. You can ask me any questions about the process, materials, tools, or whatever else and I’ll do my best to answer them.
Email me (pam@allhandsart.com) to sign up. I’ll send you the link a few hours before the mosaic party starts.
Need materials? I’ve got mosaic kits and other supplies for sale in my shop.
For step ONE of the process you’ll want to gather or purchase:
little bits to stick on, like cast-off tiles, broken dishware or ceramics (flatter is better, i.e. plates > mugs), half marbles, etc.
a tile adhesive, such as thin-set mortar. Some other glues could work but I like thin-set best.
a clean, empty yogurt container or the like to mix your adhesive in
a putty knife, plastic cutlery knife, palette knife, or similar stirring and spreading tool. It’s gonna get messed up, so no fancy silver pie server, please!
a surface to mosaic, such as a concrete stepping stone, retaining wall, or a large floor tile which makes a great base. I’ve had a bowling ball sitting around for years, waiting to be mosaicked, so that’s what I plan to work on. 🤓
For step TWO (grouting), you’ll need:
the beautiful thing you mosaicked all your little tile bits and whatnot onto
grout in your preferred color, which comes powdered in bags at the hardware store
a small bucket or yogurt tub (e.g.) to mix the grout in
a mixing tool such as a trowel, putty knife, or sturdy palette knife
latex or vinyl gloves
a dust mask (or coronavirus mask!) to wear while you mix the grout
plastic or paper tarp to cover your work surface
For a preview of the process, or if you’re interested but unable to join, you can watch my how-to-mosaic videos on YouTube. I’ve got one called How to Grout Your Mosaic…, just for you.