Making mosaics with found objects

Thinset mortar can be used on a plywood mosaic backer provided the plywood has been sealed with a white PVA adhesive to prevent moisture loss during hardening.

Found Object Glass Window Collage - DIY Glass Mosaic - Old Window Glass Art using recycled and found glass projects with old windows

A procedure for creating elaborate found-object mosaic sculptures that are well nested and optimal in terms of juxtaposition of different types of items.

Metal beads are a wonderful mosaic material, adding texture and detail that is just not found in mosaic tiles. This project demonstrates how you can incorporate metal beads with more traditional mosaic glass tiles to create a stunning piece.

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 […]

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 […]

A labor of love in our 1910 cottage ~ We created this nine-foot mosaic backsplash by recycling vintage: game pieces, Texas state plates, salt & pepper shakers, bottlecaps, spice tins, jar lids, Fiestaware cups & plates, and toile & flowered china. We also created a matching mosaic on the hanging...

For many years, Ramona Otto was an elementary school teacher. Full disclosure: She was my elementary school teacher. She'd often ask her students to bring in certain items for projects she was working on. Rulers, pencils and pins were often on her "treasure list."

Creative uses to fix broken plate and use it to make art and crafts like jewelry, pendants, and mosaic projects for home and garden decor.