Create some abstract edible designs with this snappy little Mosaic Tea Sandwiches recipe from my recipes.
This cross section of the stem of a soybean seedling shows the early stages in a developmental process that will produce a stem capable of supporting the mature plant. I stained the section with two fluorescent dyes - calcofluor, which binds to cellulose cell walls and fluorescences blue in ultraviolet light and auramine O, which binds to lignin and fluorescences yellow. It's the lignin laid down in cell walls that gives the stem the strength it will need to support the leaves and flower. Working from the bottom left-hand corner towards top right, the core of the stem is filled with blue, thin-walled pith cells, which are simply packing tissue. Some of these have become slightly lignified and are fluorescing yellow and some, that are arranged in vertical rows of between two and five cells have distinctly thicker walls - these are xylem vessels, which are dead cells that form tubes that conduct water up the plant from the roots. Above those lies a broad band of blue-fluorescing thin-walled cells that are very small and arranged like piles of bricks. This is the cambium - the plant's stem cells that divide continuously to produce new xylem on the inside and new phloem elements on their outer surface. The small, bright blue-fluorescing cells on the outside of the cambium are the phloem sieve tubes and associated companion cells, which conduct sugars produced by photosynthesis in the leaves to other parts of the plant. The sinuous layer of yellow-fluorescing cells above the phloem are becoming lignified and these will contribute major structural rigidity to the stem as it grows, forming a continuous cylinder inside the stem. Outside of these lies the stem cortex, with blue cells becoming smaller in the layers just below the epidermis - and then the outer epidermis of the stem is covered in the yellow-fluorescing cuticle, which restricts water loss and defends that plant against pathogens. At the stage when this section was taken the stem was about 3mm. in diameter and about 10 centimetres tall.
CD Mosaic Table: We were going to throw out a bunch of old CD's when I remembered we had this coffee table sitting on the back porch gathering dust... Very happy with the end result!
Few times I had the chance, of speaking in front of an audience like this, tonight here in Rome. That's why it's hard to know what you expect me to say to you, begins Andrei Tarkovsky at a special...
Learn how to make lazy cake (chocolate mosaic cake), perfect for every occasion and for any crowd! This easy lazy cake recipe without condensed milk only requires a few basic ingredients. No bake, no eggs and minimum effort! For a chocolate orange version, swap the milk with orange juice and add orange zest!
Transform your space into a Greek paradise with the exquisite Greek Lady Mosaic Artwork. Evoking the charm and beauty of ancient Greece, this stunning masterpiece is meticulously handcrafted, bringing the essence of Greek culture right into your home. Indulge in the mesmerizing colors and intricate patterns of this one-of-a-kind artwork, guaranteed to captivate your guests and spark conversations. Elevate your decor with the Greek Lady Mosaic Artwork and immerse yourself in the timeless allure of Greece.
How to make a fabric pin board using your old jeans. This notice board has 2 cool features, pockets for storage and it can be arranged into other shapes.
Matisse isn’t the only artist to have wielded a pair of scissors – Cut That Out showcases 50 designers and studios worldwide who are a true cut above
The team discovered the ancient Roman mosaic floor week after they resumed their excavation work at the privately-owned vineyard near Verona.
Together with its elegant look and stunning design, this glossy 3/8'' x 3/8'' brown glass tile offers great reliability, strength, endurance, low-temperature resistance as well as minimal moisture absorption common for all top quality tile pieces made from glass. The square mosaic kind is a classic choice, allowing freedom in making small mosaic components of a variety of tile installations, designing big areas of different styles and blending with typical ceramic tile. It is an absolutely multi-purpose material, which feels spectacular resulting from its delicate shine, translucent colors and terrific light effects. It doesn't fade under the sunshine or artificial light sources, yet makes striking glistening and radiates warmness providing comfort into modern areas.Usually ships out within 1-2 business days Sheet size: 11 7/8" x 12" Tile Size: 3/8" x 3/8" Tiles per sheet: 729 Tile thickness: 1/4" Grout Joints: 1/8" Sheet Mount: Mesh Backed As these tiles are handmade, they may have chipped corners. Sold by the sheet Tile Installation Grout Tech Sheet
How to make your own story stones 1) Buy the stones I bought these unglazed mosaic stones from Home Depot. I do not think Lowes carries them. They come connected to a mesh sheet and you will …
The work of Li Xiaofeng made the rounds on the internet a few years ago, but when Kim Werker posted a picture of this dress on Twitter this morning, it
This is a photo of an outdoor staircase with colorful mosaic tiles. It was taken in the courtyard of the McNay Museum of Art in San Antonio, Texas in January 2014. The photo is printed on lustre paper, signed on the back, and sent in a cello sleeve. Mat and frame are not included. This print is available in a variety of sizes. Use the drop-down menu to make your choice. Please contact me if you have any questions! :)
Natural Bi-Colour Filter by orko.dutta on Flickr. Jodhpur
Hi, welcome to my blog,. My name is Michael. I live in Denver. This is what makes me smile. Enjoy!
Making a mosaic on mesh is explained in easy to follow steps with clear illustrations in this tutorial by Helen Miles Mosaics.
‘Where do you get your slate?’ This is something I get asked a lot. The most common reason for asking, is that people want to know how to source slate for their own artwork. After all, slate is an attractive rock and works well in mosaics. So let me tell you a bit about the slate I use in my mosai
A new technique for adhering tiles make mosaic art even easier. I created a mosaic Lazy Susan in a day!
This is one of my favorite projects because it's so incredibly inexpensive to make and the design possibilities are completely endless! Now...I know this is a mosaic garden ball set project but keep your mind
This post is by special request. How to make stained glass mosaic windows. I first saw the technique on HGTV about eight years ago. Since then, I've made a total of 48 windows -- this one is my latest. I finished it in about three days. Here's how. I start by picking out a vintage window. And yes. I've collected a lot of windows from salvage companies and resale shops. This is the stash in my garage. I'm always on the look out for interesting one pane windows -- all sizes. I like a shabby, vintage finish. They have more character. I just have to make sure the glass is secure and solid. In many cases, I'll recaulk my windows for better stability. Use a scraping tool or putty knife to remove any loose caulk on the back of your window. Pick up a clear window caulk from your hardware store and apply a fresh bead of caulk around the back of your window where the glass and the frame meets. After the new caulk dries completely, you're ready to clean your window. Knock off or scrape off any loose paint. Use a scrub brush and dish detergent to remove any dirt or residue. Let your window then dry completely. Here's the window I selected for my latest mosaic. My work space is my kitchen table. (Maybe one day I'll have my own studio.) For now, it's a good place to work - by a large bay window -- which is essential in working on glass -- lots of good lighting. So. Got my window. Next. Decide on a design. I get inspiration for my mosaics from lots of different places -- paintings, graphics, even pillows and coffee mugs. This is the painting by Shelli Walters that served as an inspiration for this window: Original Art by Shelli Walters Next. I turn the window over to the backside. That's where I'll draw out my design using a dry erase marker. And yes, I draw it free handed. If I have to make an adjustment (and that happens a lot) I just wipe off the dry erase marker and begin again. When I finish drawing it out, I sit the window up and make sure I'm happy with the finished design. Again. This is the back side of the window. I sometimes write in a letter to identify the color I plan to use in the design. W = white. P = purple. You get the idea. I've recently started putting some white paper on the front side of the window to help me see my design my clearly as I'm drawing it out. Now that my design is drawn, it's time to select the glass. This is my favorite part. I love to pick out colors that will work well together and have the brightest impact. I've got a stash of stained glass as well. And a healthy respect for handling it. So far, I've never received a bad cut during the completion of 48 windows, put I'm always careful. I buy much of my glass at Hobby Lobby -- when it's on sale. One sheet may run between $5-$9.00. For more unique colors, I visit the LEB Studio off Wade Hampton Blvd in Greenville. They have a ton of glass in lots of beautiful colors. So, here's the colors I pulled for this window. And these are the essential tools I use in cutting and breaking the glass. These are the only tools I use in making my windows. If I start with a full sheet of glass, I use the clear plastic tool - a glass cutter (right) to score the glass. Working in a straight line, I run the glass cutter from one end of the glass to the other to create a very light "score line." Using the yellow handle tool (the glass breaking pliers) directly on the score line, the glass breaks in a clean line. The white bottle is glass cutter oil (need to keep the glass cutter well oiled so it cuts effectively.) Then I can break the clean line of stained glass into the "triangle mosaic shapes) by using the black tool - the mosaic cutter. All of these tools can be purchased online or at Hobby Lobby. If you look closely, you can see that the triangle mosaic shapes fit easily together to fill the design area. I leave a slight space between each piece and make additional cuts if I need a special fit. It may look complicated, but it's not. I apply an area of glue to the window (such as the single flower and lay the glass directly on top of the glue area.) It's like putting together a puzzle. The more you do it, the easier and faster it becomes. You can find the clear silicone glue at Lowes or Walmart. Now, my window is face up. From this point on, I'm working on the front side of the window. (Remember, my design is drawn onto the backside of the window with a dry erase marker. I moved the white paper to the backside of the glass now -- which makes it easier for me to see my design. I'm gluing the stained glass pieces to the front side of the window - following the pattern I've created with my dry erase marker. I mentioned it's my sunniest window. It usually attracts one of my cats. Gus came by for a visit while I was working. This is what the window looks like when I've finished laying the glass on the design. At this point, I haven't grouted the mosaic - so there's light coming through each piece. I use a canister of compressed air to blow off the design to make sure it's free of dust (or cat hair) or any debris before grouting. To grout the mosaic, I buy a bag of sanded grout from Lowes. The grout mix comes in a range of colors. For this piece, I'm using a grout color called "straw." I follow the instructions on the bag of sanded grout and mix it in my kitchen sink with a hand mixer. (And yes, it's a mixer I've designated for mosaics -- and not for baking!) When I mix the grout, it will have the consistency of "cake batter." I pour it directly on my mosaic. I wear disposable gloves during this part -- and spread the grout over the entire mosaic. Again, following the grout instructions on the bag, it sits for about 30 minutes -- and then I scrape off the excess grout with a spatula and a sponge. The grout adheres to the areas "around" each mosaic piece -- creating the mosaic look. The next step is the most tedious. After I've removed all of the excess grout with a sponge, I put the mosaic up in a window to check and make sure the grout has adhered to all of the hundreds of cracks in the mosaic. If I'm lucky, there's not a lot of patching or reapplying that has to be done at this point. These are the sophisticated tools I use for this stage. The excess grout takes on more of a clay texture once it's been exposed to the air -- so I keep a little on hand to do any repair work -- and use the straight pin or push pin to clear out any excess glue around the mosaics that keeps the grout from adhering. Thankfully, with this piece -- the clean up stage didn't take long. After the grout dries overnight, I'll wipe it clean a final time and add the hardware to hang the mosaic. I'll screw in a couple of hooks at the top of the window and add a small chain to hang it in a window or on a porch. A final personal touch for me is to hand write a verse of scripture on the back of the window frame -- just a small way for me to honor the true provider of the art I create. So. See. Nothing to it. Who's ready to try one?
Whether you are new to mosaics or have been making them for years, here are 7 handy mosaic tips that will help improve your mosaics. When choosing a grout colour, a great rule of thumb to remember is that grout should contrast not compliment. That is, don't use white grout with white tiles or grey grout on grey tiles,
Grouting your mosaics, in my opinion, is the most exciting part of any mosaic project! Once you've filled all your joints with your grout mixture and cleaned it thoroughly, you breath life into your mosaic
Colour is a critical element in your mosaic design, so having an understanding of some basics can help you achieve the look you are after in mosaics.
Skeewbackers and wedi board are popular backers. Here's the differences to help you choose what is right for your mosaics.
When starting a project it's important to estimate how many tiles or tesserae you will need to complete the project. It's very frustrating running out of materials, having to wait to finish your project or finding out that the colour of the batch has changed since you made the initial purchase.
A mosaic is a pattern of irregularly shaped pieces all fitted together to cover a surface. Mosaics can make distinct pictures or shapes out of thousands of smaller pieces, but they don't have any discernible pattern. This fantastic form of artwork can be added to dull spaces, but on what surface can you add a […]
Make DIY backyard walkways with these creative projects for outdoors. Stepping stones, wood plank paths, brick sidewalks and creative stone paver walk ways.
Instructions of how to finish Grouting Glass-on-Glass mosaics. Tests for various grouts; Thinset &. Sanded Grout
Mosaics DIYs are a fun way to make some really unique décor for you home. Get inspired with these fun mosaic craft ideas!
As you are getting ready to create your home masterpiece, you may be considering what kind of grout would be best to pull it all together. We have been researching and have found the best grout for mosaic arts in the décor. The best kind of grout for use with mosaics is sanded epoxy grout. […]
