• Safety do’s and don’ts – work comfortably and avoid beginner mistakes
• Clear guidance on the tools you’ll need with mosaic work
• Advice on backing boards and preparation – get your project off to a solid start
• Cutting and breaking techniques – make shaping your tiles easier
• Tile adhesives explained – what to use (and avoid)
• Laying and gluing tiles – time-saving tips for neat results
• Handling mosaic edges – easy finishing options
• Grouting made simple – clean, professional finish
• When and how to seal – protect your finished piece
• Hanging and displaying – simple mounting methods

The perfect companion to Getting Started with Mosaics.

This easy-to-read guide answers the 20 most common questions beginners have when creating their first mosaic projects.

You’ll find straightforward advice on how long a project should take, how to choose your surface and design, what to do when something goes wrong, and how to work with different materials.

Drawn from years of hands-on experience, it offers practical shortcuts, clear solutions, and plenty of encouragement to help you enjoy your mosaic journey.

Ideal for getting started with confidence — especially if you’re not sure what to create.

Access 101 original mosaic designs, ready to download whenever you’re ready to begin.

Each design booklet (4–5 A4 pages) includes:

example of a project design

• 2–3 board size options (e.g., 40cm, 60cm, 90cm)
• A full-colour tile layout showing where each tile goes
• A “recipe” with tile, glue, and grout quantities
• Transferable patterns and templates
• Suggested tile-laying sequences for easier builds

Download as many designs as you like, anytime — and spend more time creating, not second-guessing.