Tips:
- Protect Your Workspace: Use newspaper to protect your work area from glue and grout.
- Work in Sections: Work on small sections at a time to avoid the glue drying prematurely.
- Embrace Imperfections: Mosaics often have a natural charm due to the variation in tile sizes and shapes. Don't worry about achieving perfect uniformity!
- Have Fun! Experiment, explore colors, and enjoy the creative process.
Materials:
- MDF template
- Mosaic tiles (various colors and shapes)
- Glue
- Gloves
- Mask
- 2 x Cotton tips
- Grout
Step 1: Design Your Masterpiece
- Arrange the mosaic tiles on the hamsa template to create your unique design. Experiment with color combinations and patterns. There is no wrong design.
- Aim for matchstick size gaps between the tiles. Smaller gaps create a smoother finished product.
Step 2: Secure the Tiles
- Dip a cotton tip into the glue bottle. Or if you prefer, squeeze from bottle
- Apply a liberal amount of glue under one tile at a time using the cotton tip. Avoid spreading a large amount of glue at once; it may dry before you can place all the tiles.
- Carefully place the tile onto the glued area on the template and press down firmly. Repeat this process for each tile.
Step 3: Patience is Key (Let the Glue Dry!)
Make sure the glue is completely dry before moving on. Rushing this step can result in loose tiles.
Step 4: Grouting
Grouting fills the spaces between the tiles and creates a professional finish. Follow the steps below on grouting.