Choosing a design: Choose something simple like an image from a coloring book or an abstract pattern that isn’t too intricate. Keep the size of the various segments of your image or pattern in mind: the smaller the areas to be filled, the smaller the necessary pieces have to be. Starting with patterns that have large segments will make it easier for you. Here are some free patterns on Pinterest to get you started.

Tracing the design on the backing: If you’re artistically inclined you can trace the design by hand, otherwise blow up the image to the desired size and use carbon paper to trace the outline.

The Materials: The most fun part of mosaics is the large variety of materials to choose from. The easiest are tiles you can cut into the desired size with tile nippers but feel free to explore with pebbles, broken plates, china, jewelry or anything that catches your eye.

The basic method can be applied to a variety of objects and surfaces. Here are some starting ideas.

Once you feel more comfortable with the process and you can tackle larger indoor and outdoor projects. Though the most obvious ones are bathroom walls and kitchen backsplashes we thought we’d throw in other interesting options. But in the end you’re only limited by your imagination.

Table Tops

One of the simplest methods to add a dash of color to an otherwise bland room is a mosaic table. It’s not just a great accent but a functional one too.

Kitchen Island Mosaic

Fireplace Ornaments

Stairs

Patchwork Wall

Hopefully some of these examples inspired you to try your own project but be forewarned, making mosaics can be addicting and one day you may just end up with something like this amazing bathroom created by Bine Braendle below. If you do, please make sure to send us a picture. In the meantime, we’d be thrilled to hear about your first projects. Gloating is permitted.

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