Geneva Vanderzeil
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Geneva Vanderzeil

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In This Lesson

Coasters are such a fun and easy way to dive into mosaic—small, satisfying, and the perfect beginner project. For this set, we’re combining petal-shaped tiles to form simple flowers, then filling the rest of the design with broken tiles for a handmade, organic look. You’ll get to practise laying out a pattern, shaping your pieces, and working on a small scale. They make a beautiful handmade gift or a lovely little pop of colour for your own table.


Tools & Materials

  • Plain tile coasters or coaster bases (ceramic, timber, or MDF)

  • Petal-shaped mosaic tiles (for flower centres)

  • Plain tiles (to smash for filler pieces)

  • Hammer (for breaking tiles)

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

  • Wheeled tile cutter or tile nippers (for shaping and refining pieces)

  • Strong glue or tile adhesive (suitable for ceramic surfaces)

  • Grout (in your chosen colour)

  • Grout applicator (small or flexible for detail work)

  • Damp sponge and clean water (for wiping grout off tiles)

  • Microfibre cloth (for final cleaning and polish)

  • Tile sealant (to protect the finished surface)

  • Paper or tray (optional – to catch stray tile pieces)