Geneva Vanderzeil
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Geneva Vanderzeil

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In This Lesson

For this project, we’re creating a lemon-inspired mosaic coffee table — a fresh, playful piece that’s both functional and full of personality. It’s a great way to practice curved shapes, colour blocking, and working on a larger surface. We’ll be smashing tiles to bring the lemons to life, and by the end, you’ll have a table that’s as fun as it is practical, the perfect pop of citrus for any space.

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Tools & Materials.

  • Coffee table with an inset or flat surface (timber or suitable base)

  • Inexpensive tiles in yellow, green and white.

  • Hammer (for breaking tiles)

  • Old towel or cloth (to cover tiles while smashing)

  • Wheeled tile cutter (optional – for shaping or smaller cuts)

  • Pencil or chalk (for sketching the design)

  • Printed design template (optional – for tracing)

  • Waterproof tile adhesive 

  • Glue spreader or small spatula

  • Waterproof grout 

  • Grout float (for spreading grout)

  • Sponge and clean water (for wiping tiles)

  • Tile sealant (for sealing and protecting the finished surface)

  • Soft cloth (for final polish and clean)