Instructions:
1. Select a project base
2. Wear dust mask, hand and eye protection
3. Arrange your Mosaic Elements to suit
4. Place a towel over your tile, plates, etc. breaking to desired
piece size with hammer
5. For a more precise cut, use a tile nipping tool (optional), aiming
the cutting edge where you would like the tile or china to break
6. Lay out your background design leaving 1/2" or less between
tiles
7. Using a craft stick, apply a small amount of tile adhesive to
the backs of each piece and place
8. Reposition as needed
9. Let dry overnight, or until adhesive has set
10. Wearing gloves and dust mask, using another craft stick, mix
your sanded grout with water to a peanut butter consistency, following
manufacturer's directions
11. Rub the grout over the surface, filling all cracks and spaces
12. Wipe clean with soft towel or sponge to reveal all of your pieces
Broken tiles and plates may be sharp. Use care
when handling, and always wear dust mask, hand and eye protection.
There are instructions for a project in each pack
of elements you buy from Mosaic Elements.
"I took Gayle's pique
assiette class as part of the UCSC Women at Work Retreat. It was
so much fun and easy to do. I can't wait to start doing it at home
on my own. I found that you don't have to be an artist to create
something beautiful... And you have a finished project within a
day. It's instant gratification!!! I love it and so will you."
