Interchangeable Mosaic
Holiday Trays
Workshop
Mosaics have a long history and the traditional techniques are still used today. Some existing mosaics in Europe are hundreds of years old and still look beautiful.
Traditional mosaics used smalt which is chunks of opaque thick glass (about 1/4” thick). Using the original product makes a for very strong floor design. It is still the most common in Europe. This product is much stronger for heavy traffic floor designs.
Modern mosaics often incorporate shells, stones, jewelry, chain, rope or other metals. Anything that is solid is usable to achieve your design and make your mosaic sing.
The base for a mosaic can be cement, terra cotta, glass, foam, walls, or wood. Some examples of projects are sinks, bird baths, tables, walkways, stairs, benches, and even pools. Your imagination can take you anywhere!!!!
Description of Workshop:
In this workshop we will make a holiday insert for the tray in the direct method of mosaics. Keeping all your surfaces level so your dishes will not rock on it. We will work on a mirror surfaces for bright reflection of the colored glass being used. I will discuss and demonstrate the grouting. Your piece should not be grouted for a day or two, to make sure the glue is well set.
You will be able to lift the panel out and insert another one of another holiday season. Christmas, Easter, Valentine's or a birthdays. There are lots of choices. Even the 4 seasons.
| Workshop Days | Date | Location | Facilitator |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday | December 9, 2023 9:00am to 3:00pm |
Al & Joan's hot shop, Shields SK., (south of Saskatoon) |
Workshop level:
Beginner to experienced
Workshop Total Cost:
Glass Guild Members - $80
Non members (includes 2023-24 Guild Membership) - $125
Workshop is limited to 10 participants.
Registration form and the workshop cost is required for registration.
Your place is NOT confirmed until your registration form and fee is received.
Cheques should be payable to the Saskatoon Glassworkers' Guild.
Submit completed form and cheque before November 25th, 2023 to:
Email form to: Jennifer Olauson at olauson@shaw.ca
Email e-transfer payment to: Al Hiebert at alhiebert@gmail.com
or snail mail Cheque and completed Form to:
Jennifer Olauson
1514 East Heights
Saskatoon SK S7J 3B5
Download: Interchangeable Mosaic Holiday Trays Workshop registration form
Workshop Materials:
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Mosaic Workshop Kit includes:
- Pattern
- small serving tray
- A bottle of weldbond glue
- A glass base
- A wood base
- Different shades of grout, containers &grouting insructions
- Mosaic sealant
- Scrap and sheet glass
Each participant needs to bring:
- Wear old clothes
- PPE - safety glasses and close toed shoes.
- Tile nippers
- Glass cutter
- Running pliers
- Grozier pliers
Optional to bring if you have your own equipment:
- your choice of glass colours
Lunch - will be a potluck affair so please bring something to share as well as anything special you wish to drink. We have access to a stove at the hot shop if we need to heat things up.
Coffee will be available.