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Mosaics

 

Mosaics are a fun activity to do with adults and kids ages 8 + and were added to our studio offerings in 2011. Younger kids may be able to create them with help from an adult. Our mosaics are made from 100% recycled materials and have an integrated hanger for easy hanging. Mosaics are an excellent activity or gift idea for those wanting something quicker since there is no kiln required!

 

How it works:

  • The price on the wooden plaque includes the base, the tiles, grout tub, and grout kit. 

  •  Basically, the customer will pick a base, glue some tiles on, and then take it home to grout (once glue is dry 24 hours later). We can grout for the customer for $10.

  • We only mosaic the front, not the sides. If a customer wants to do the sides, it is an extra 10% of the original price. (Just tell them they will grout the sides and no need to put tiles there.)

  • There is a tip sheet for you and the customer’s convenience. It is important to walk them through the process, making sure they understand their options. 

    •  Spacing in between tiles- show them correct size of space

    • Planning before gluing- plan out your design! We will get them some glue in a cup when they are ready. They will apply the glue tile by tile with a toothpick.

    •  I suggest gluing in sections.  The glue dries fast.

    • If age appropriate, demonstrate tile nipping and safety procedures. 

    • Use separate bowls for each color tile.  

While they are working

Just like with our pottery customers, it is important to take care of each guest to the best of our ability. Each customer will have different needs and we must be able to perceive those needs, sometimes even before they do. There will be guests that like nothing better than to be left alone and will quietly work for hours without much attention from us. There will be others that need much more help. Continue to check in on them to make sure they are spacing tiles correctly, see if they need more glue, etc. 

At checkout

When we are ringing up the customer, we tell them how to grout their piece. We basically read the instructions to them that is on the lid. The main thing to remind them is to add only a little water at a time and to never put grout down the drain! (Grout is cement.) The customer will take their plaque home and grout it after 24 hours. Make sure they know they can call if they have any questions. We can also grout for them for an additional $10.