So Very Faux Mosaic
A faux mosaic is a perfect solution for a battered flea market find. Imperfections add realism to the project, and changing the size of the tiles adapts the pattern to any size surface. First create the faux sections, and then transform the sections into tiles for the mosaic. If you do not have a tray, a square table or chair seat would provide you with an interesting surface.Mosaic Turntable
Preparation
Note: Follow all manufacturers’ instructions for proper product usage. 1. Prepare a used surface with sandpaper or fine steel wool to remove any dirt and to create tooth on a well-worn surface. Wipe to remove dust. Dents, scratches, cracks, holes, and other imperfections contribute to faux patterns, so do not fill them or repair them. 2. Use the #1 glaze wash to basecoat the surface first with a coat of Buttermilk + Sealer (1:1), then with additional coats of straight Buttermilk until opaque. 3. Using an old toothbrush, spatter the Buttermilk surface with Bittersweet + water (1:1). Let dry.Materials
• Square surface of choice • DecoArt Americana Acrylics: Baby Blue, Buttermilk, Bittersweet Chocolate, Canyon Orange, Grape Juice, Light Buttermilk, Titanium White • Royal & Langnickel Majestic #12 shader (Series 4150), 1″ glaze wash (Series 4700); Aqualon 3/8”and 3/4″ angular (Series 2160), #10 filbert (Series 2170); Mini-Majestic #20/0 and #1 liner (Series 4200L); Soft-Grip fitch deerfoot stippler (Series SG393) • DecoArt Multi-Purpose Sealer; DuraClear Satin Varnish; Instant Images Pocket Template, #IIP01 Floral; Glazing Medium • Royal & Langnickel Soft-Grip Stylus • С-Thru Ruler 2″ ruler • Krylon Matte Finish, #1 311 • Miscellaneous: cotton swabs, eraser, gray graphite paper, natural sea sponge, palette knife, painter’s tape, paper towels, sea salt, toothbrush, tracing paper, water basin, white atercolor pencil 4. Trace pattern and center the tracing on your square surface. Transfer the design sections (not individual tiles) with gray graphite and the stylus, using the ruler to keep the lines niform and even.Painting



