Tools & Materials

Geneva Vanderzeil

Instructor

In This Lesson

Let’s get to know the tools and materials you'll need to create your mosaics! From the basics to the essentials, we’ll cover what you’ll need to get started—and don’t worry, it’s not as complicated as it sounds!

Your Toolkit

A Substrate

A fancy word for the surface or item you plan to mosaic on.

Tiles

Ceramic, porcelain or glass - there are so many beautiful options!

Adhesives

There are lots of different glues you can use for mosaic

Tile Cutters

Great for shaping tiles

Grout

Grout makes your mosaic project look really elegant

Tile spacers and sponges

These will make your tiling so much easier

Where To Shop

When it comes to sourcing your mosaic tiles, there are plenty of options to explore, whether you’re looking for something local or shopping online. Here are some of the top places to check out for your supplies:

AUD & NZ: Bunnings, Mandala Art, Spotlight,
USA & Canada: Michaels Stores, Joann, The Tile Shop
UK: Hobbycraft, Tile Mountain, Wickes

These stores carry a variety of mosaic tiles, from glass to ceramic, and everything in between. Don't forget to also explore smaller craft shops or specialty online stores for unique, one-of-a-kind tiles!