Mosaic mirrors — the most captivating focal point of your space
(3 min read) First off, we’re gonna mention some fun facts about mirrors. So, we all know that you can travel through time with mirrors, right? Uh, huh. You put two mirrors in a vacuum, placing them a couple of micrometers apart, which creates the Casimir effect. Long story short, you
Get your year off to the right start with our inspiring new mosaics
(2 min read) January is a time for New Year’s resolutions, letting go of toxic vibes and reinventing ourselves; from regular trips to the gym to calling our loved ones more, January was made for betterment. Why not better your home too by adding some sparkling new mosaic artwork into your
Mosaic trends in 2020 to look forward to as we say hello to a new decade
(4 min read) Mosaics bring a unique edge to interior design, with their endless potential, effortless durability and meticulous craftsmanship. It’s easy to see why these collections of tiny stones have won our hearts for millennia. This year promises some exciting style trends for the mosaic world, carrying on themes from
A Year of Mosaic Magic – A Look at Our 2019 Top Sellers
(4 min read) Feast your eyes on our expertly placed mosaics that have stolen to hearts (and wall spaces) of many mosaic-mad customers. The beauty of our popular mosaics lies in their uniqueness, you may purchase the same motif as someone else, but they are all uniquely and lovingly hand-crafted, with
We wish you a mosaic Christmas!
A look into some truly unforgettable gifts for that special someone this year. (2 min read) Holiday season… A time for family and friends, celebrating and making memories. Finding a gift that says it all is difficult; with so many options on the high street and beyond, it’s hard to
Sophisticate your home on a budget with Mosaics Lab Black Friday promos!
(2 min read) Ah, the holiday season… What time is more ideal to make your space a perfect temple for contemplation and relaxation, sophisticated space for making memories with friends and family, and kicking back with hot cocoa in your cozy wear? Well, what if I told you it got
Christmas is coming — Hot cocoa, blankets… and festive mosaics!
(2 min read) With a chill in the air and the leaves getting crispier on the sidewalks. We all know that the festive season is just around the corner… which means it’s time for snuggles in our fluffy socks by the fireplace, hot cocoa and some fabulously festive contemporary mosaic
Mosaic Jewelry: The pinnacle of micro mosaic design
(3 min read) Mosaic jewelry incorporates the fine art of micro mosaic; a meticulous mosaic craft that places tiny mosaic pieces (tesserae) to create patterns, images, and effects, much like the art of Pietra Dura (translation – hard stone) where small, cut stones are inlaid and polished to create small
Spooky Season - Halloween Mosaic Designs To Inspire The Ghoul In All Of Us
(2 min read) Here, in my Mosaics Lab cauldron, I have brewed up a remedy to aid that candy-corn induced stomach ache. Don’t worry, there’s no eye of newt or tongue of dog here, just some wholesome Halloween themed mosaic designs, from glitzy pumpkins to spooky embellished skulls; Halloween is
Mosaic Home Accents to Bring Back Summer Into Your Home
(2 min read) If large scale mosaic features aren’t your cup of tea, a humble home accent can go a long way to adding some spice into your living spaces. The beauty of home accents is their versatility; whatever your style, skill level or color scheme, adding a splash of
A peek into the latest trends coming out of CERSAIE 2019
(3 min read) CERSAIE boasts the cream of the crop, with over 112,000 visitors from the trade and design world, who choose CERSAIE exclusively for keeping up with the newest trends and design inspo, along with networking and soaking up the creative, sophisticated genius. Wall and floor coverings, highly acclaimed
Fall-inspired handmade Mosaic Designs to get you in the mood for pumpkin spice season
(3 min read) Are you ready for hot chocolates, cozy socks, and candy corn? You sure will be after warming your cockles on this cozy autumnal handmade mosaic designs, filled with warm shades of burgundy, orange and brown, you can almost feel the heat of the fire on your cheeks!
Abstract vs Realism – The Contemporary Mosaic Artwork Edition
(3 min read) As long as art has existed, so have its critics; thus came the age-old divide between abstract and realistic art, which is always a hot potato in conversations. Classic, realistic art has always been reinforced with huge admiration and revered throughout history. In the days where phone
Lilian Broca – Attuned world awareness in an ancient mosaic craft
(3 min read) Lilian Broca creates gorgeous large scale mosaics featuring historical figures in the ancient art of smalto glass, her work acts as a commentary on societal issues. Broca states: “my mythological subjects reflect internationalism, a worldly awareness attuned to significant concerns. I draw attention to political grievances, acts
Mosaic Art Meets Contemporary Horror Genre
(4 min read) Those of you who follow this blog are probably well aware of the fact that I get somewhat personally invested in each post. Also, you might or might not know that I am an avid horror fan by now. So, I had this idea to write a
The Mosaic Magic of St Isaacs Cathedral – St. Petersburg
(4 min read) St. Petersburg is home to some of the biggest Christian Orthodox churches in Eastern Europe, housing a glittering array of lustrous artwork, incredible architecture and biblical scenes depictions. St Isaacs Cathedral is by far the largest and most world-renowned for its stunning mosaic décor. The gorgeous, classic,