Student Level: All
Type of Workshop: Project/Process
Prerequisite: 18 and older only

This workshop will teach how to create custom mosaic tiles for small scale applications like decorative veneers for containers, journals and more. You'll learn a simple method for laying out the project design and a unique one-step grouting method that is much easier and cleaner than traditional grouting methods. Students will work from a limited selection of the instructor's designs, but we'll discuss ideas for generating their own patterns. The mosaic will be created on a small palette - an empty mint tin. Further discussion of how to adapt the mosaic method to larger scale pieces including non-bakeable surfaces will be covered as well so you can apply your skills to large scale, home decor projects. Time permitting, we'll cover the use of simple gradient effects in custom tiles as well as basic millefiori caning for decorative accents around tins and similar objects that can be covered. We'll also discuss the creation of textured and dimensional tiles so students can take their skill set to the next level following class.

Kit/Materials Fee (payable to instructor at class time):

• No Kit Fee

Instructor Provided (for use in-class, and to share):

• Pre-made Tiles (students will need to make more in class)
• Adhesive

Student should bring:

• Clay dedicated pasta machine with two, large "F" type or "C" clamps
• 5 - 6 blocks of FIMO Soft clay in student's choice of colors. One of these should be black, the others student's choice
• Two, smooth 6" x 8" (or larger) ceramic tiles (or these can be purchased from the teacher in class for $3.00 each)
• Baby wipes