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Books Mosaics

300+ Mosaic Tips
300+ Mosaic Tips, Techniques, Templates and Trade Secrets
by Bonnie Fitzgerald

Packed with handy, timesaving tips and technical knowledge to improve your skills, speed up the learning process, and help you make unique mosaics with a professional finish, this wonderful, colorful book is just like having a mosaic tutor on call 24 hours a day. You’ll find easy-to-follow, step-by-step techniques, superb photographs, and numerous illustrations, as well as professional quick-fixes and solutions for commonly encountered problems.

# 36600    $ 19.95

Basic Mosaics
Basic Mosaics
by Sherrye Landrum

Mosaics made with ceramic tile, stained glass, or any number of found objects are a stylish and popular way to add a decorative flair to your home. This detailed guide for beginners includes step-by-step photos that show exactly how to make your own mosaics using household items. Included are instructions for planning a design, cutting and affixing tiles, mixing and applying grout, and finishing your creation. It covers both the direct and indirect methods. 20 projects that include mosaic frames, decorative panels, tabletops, shelves, switch plates, pavers, bird houses, and more.

# 36121    $ 15.95

Guide to Mosaic Techniques
Guide to Mosaic Techniques
by Bonnie Fitzgerald

A complete resource of mosaic techniques and design ideas for creating mosaics in the home. Includes clear step-by-step sequences, shows how to draw up an idea, cut and arrange tiles, and finish designs successfully. Expert tips from some of the world's leading mosaic artists dropped in throughout the book. Discover how to find inspiration, and to coordinate color and pattern in your designs, using a wide range of materials—from vitreous glass tiles to pebbles and shells, recycled pottery, ceramic tiles, decorative stones, millefiori and diamanté. All tools, materials, and equipment are clearly explained, and you'll find helpful hints on setting up a comfortable workspace, as well as essential information on mounting your finished mosaics.

# 36605    $ 19.95

Making Mosaics With Found Objects
Making Mosaics With Found Objects
by Mara Wallach

Make mosaics on any surface--mirrors, tables, chairs, picture frames, bowls, switch plate covers, wooden shoes, and more. 116 pages and hundreds of photos show project variations and possibilities. Practical information about cutting techniques, choosing an adhesive, and grouting. Advice on using color and designing your project to achieve the effect you want. Using your own unique found objects for one-of-a-kind gifts and home decor.

# 06155    $ 13.95

Making Stained Glass Mosaics
Making Stained Glass Mosaics Book
by Robin M. N. Jones

It doesn't take solder or a dedicated studio to start making gorgeous glass works. You can create items such as small votive holders and vases on up to windows, tables, and more, with just a few easy-to-find tools and materials. From tiny opaque tiles to larger pieces of transparent glass, there is so much beauty to be found in all sorts of glass pieces. Even broken glass items can be repurposed once you know how. You'll soon be finding ways to incorporate glass into tray designs, jewelry, garden mosaics, and other decorative and useful items.

# 70781    $ 17.95

Mosaic & Beaded Candle Votives & Vases
Mosaic & Beaded Candle Votives & Vases
by Anna Verbsky Sagami

A great book for making beautiful mosaic candle votives and vases. Dress-up plain votives and vases using glass, beaded fringe and/or frit. Quick and easy designs from simple to advanced using both grout and gluing techniques. Color photos of projects included.

# 385576    $ 10.95

Mosaic Craft
Mosaic Craft
by Martin Cheek

A master of mosaics presents 20 gorgeous new projects for the contemporary home. This hardback book begins with information on the tools you need, and covers all the basic techniques with clear instructions and step-by-step photographs. The project section has 20 glorious designs that build in complexity as you progress in skill, from easy items that can be made in a few hours to more complex projects, taking a couple of days. Discover the joys of creating tiled art with this complete guide to the art of mosaic crafting.

# 36601    $ 19.95

Mosaic Mirrors, Platters and More
Mosaic Mirrors, Platters and More
by Christine Stewart

Patterns and instructions for 14 dazzling designs in mosaics Patterns include fish, fruit, floral, and more. Also contains fresh ideas and instructions for adjusting your mosaic work to fit any size project. 36 pages in full color.

# 133755    $ 15.95

Mosaica
Mosaica
by Marick Studios

19 full-sized patterns for mosaic stepping stones and hanging panels. All projects are shown in color. The patterns include sunset, orchid, tree, medallion, iris, grapes, roses, and more. Great for beginners.

# 3767    $ 11.95

Mosaics Unlimited
Mosaics Unlimited
by Christine Stewart

New and creative techniques for creating stunning mosaics with a combination of fusing and mosaic work. Turn ordinary teapots, and plates into fabulous pieces of art. Also included are 14 projects for mirrors, pictures, teapots and statuary. All are easy to build, include detailed instructions and are shown in full color pictures.

# 327185    $ 15.95

Suncatchers and Stones
Suncatchers and Stones
by Marick Studios

Contains 32 patterns for use as suncatchers, or for 8” round or square mosaic stones. Patterns include geometric abstracts, flowers, sailboat, hot air balloon, chili peppers, bald eagle, hearts, fish, and much more.

# 7538    $ 11.95  $ 9.95

The Mosaic Book
The Mosaic Book
by Peggy Vance & Celia Goodrick-Clarke

In principle, mosaic is simple to create – it can be tackled by anyone who can tile a wall or glue down a collage. In practice, it needs to be carefully conceived, designed, planned and executed for a real professional look. Practical and inspiring ideas for the beginner and the more experienced, this guide to the ancient art of mosaic features dazzling designs for home and garden, with 16 step–by–step projects, trace–off patterns, and an ample array of color photos to show you how to create your own beautiful mosaics.

# 36604    $ 16.95

Tiffany Garden Variety
Tiffany Garden Variety
by Julie Bishop

15 patterns for the 48" diameter border form and coordinating patterns for the 8" sq. form. Repeat pattern to make a mosaic circle around a flower bed or birdbath. Use 8" square to extend border into oval shape.

# GWB-700    $ 10.95

Tiffany Garden Birdbaths & Borders
Tiffany Garden Birdbaths & Borders
by Jean Bishop & Julie Bishop Day

5 full size birdbath designs can also be made as 14" round stepping stones. Plus five additional patterns for the 8"x16" border or wall plaque form.

# GWB-600    $ 10.95

Tiffany Garden Borders
Tiffany Garden Borders
by Jean & Julie Bishop

Includes 26 full size patterns using 7 different shaped forms to make everything from 16" hex stones to garden borders. There are designs for wall hangers, markers, garden benches, and stepping stones. Complete with step-by-step instructions.

# GWB-400    $ 10.95

Water Works
Water Works
by Walrus Publications

Bring the peaceful sound of running water into your home. Contains full-size patterns, materials lists and complete instructions to build table top fountains as well as wall-mounted fountains. There is a project here for everyone from a beginner to an advanced crafts person. Stained glass water fountains are suitable to be installed inside or outside

# 4190    $ 13.95