Mosaic Beach Blog

Great Motif book now in stock.

 This follow-up to 1000 Motifs for Crafters brims with patterns to inspire, work from, and expand upon. All types of artists—from stitchers and stencilers to glass painters and mosaicists—will find this colossal collection ideal for their purposes. There are so many themes to choose from, with chapters on animals, the seashore, people, the home, celebrations, foliage, frames, and various countries. And since it’s organized in easy-to-access categories, they’ll find whatever they’re looking for in a flash. A techniques chapter explores such processes as enlarging and transferring motifs; needlepoint, cross-stitch and hand-free embroidery; appliqué, beading, and more! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned crafter, this beautiful reference is an invaluable addition to your library. Only $19.95
http://www.mosaicbeach.com/catalog/item/1467230/5985989.htm

Mosaic Mesh

Finally! Our supplier is offering mosaic mesh in rolls again. Starting next week we will be selling mesh in 3ft x 1ft strips. You can order as many feet as you want and they come uncut. (ie if you order 3 feet of mesh you will get a 3ft x 3 ft strip. Then you can cut them down to the sizes that you need. No more gluing the edges together! woo hoo.  For those of you who are mesh crazy you can even buy the whole roll. Pricing will be determined when it gets here next week. Watch the website for it. www.mosaicbeach.com/mosaictools.html

UV Formula Epoxy

NOW IN STOCK! Finally an exterior grade (yup, even in Canada if applied to mosaics on glass or concrete board) completely clear epoxy that will NOT yellow with UV light.  Available in 1 litre containers-Coverage is 7.5 - 12ft square or .70 - 1.1m square.

http://www.mosaicbeach.com/catalog/item/879279/5821681.htm