One reason I like this mosaic art method is that I am not using a lot of tools & easy setup. Small areas of this adhesive can be applied accurately when the corner of bag is snipped. This method also keeps it very controllable and clean. Putting the grout/mortar in a bag gives you more working time as the polymer is less exposed to air. Any bags can work (up-cycle), just make sure they are sealed or tied well. ![]() (follow manufacturer’s instructions) I mix it it to a about a peanut butter consistency and let it sit for a few minutes, mix again and then put it into small plastic bags. I am using Versabond Professional Thinset Mortar as the ‘glue’. Since this is natural stone it has some great textural ability to adhere to. A grid drawing system also works but might seem tedious for such a simple design…. If you have a drawing (tracing) on paper you can also cut it out to outline the shape. There is also the option to use some sort of transfer paper (like a carbon paper) but I find those troublesome since the stone has texture. There is an app that allow you to use your phone (or ipad) to see the image while drawing it onto the surface of the rock or other. Sure, you can draw directly on the surface (with a pencil) or use a projection method. As an illustrator (for more than 20 years) I have come across this issue so many times on all kinds of media. One challenge of working on this rock substrate is how to get the design onto the rock surface. I may be making quite a bit with this glass! Start your Mosaic design: When I am filling certain shapes I look through to see if a piece already fits the shape I need it is somewhat like jigsaw puzzling. The shape and even the extra ‘bump’ gave me some ideas… Using scrap glass:Īs you know from this I have a fair bit of scrap glass. Many garden centres do sell various types of stone as well. ![]() I have read that it’s not advisable to take rocks from nature. ![]() This is flagstone that used to cover a porch. It’s funny how people know me and when they want to give away their rocks or stones ask if I want them. Well, one reason is that I LOVE rocks! Even though I have not made them I really appreciate the textures and nuance details that they bring to a design. That works well with using natural elements to work on. This method does not use a grinder but only a glass cutter and some tile nippers therefore the pieces are somewhat rustic in style. The charm of mosaics lends itself nicely to be used outdoors. Here’s my tutorial of how to make Glass Mosaics on Rocks… ’cause I love rocks. There’s always way to switch things up when creating! I love budget friendly design options so using stones is perfect.
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