Make a Mosaic Pet Portrait with Dishes

Step 1

Collect supplies to plan size of image

Step 2

Choose image with good contrasts and shapes

Step 3

Transfer image onto substrate (see post for methods)

Step 4

Break dishes with a hammer

Step 5

Cut smaller shards of dishes

Step 6

Mix Thinset Grout according to manufacturers instructions

Step 7

Place thinset in a plastic bag

Step 8

Cut corner of bag and squeeze thinset onto small areas

Step 9

Arrange shards of china and push into the grout to about 1/3 – 1/2 depth

Step 10

Work across entire mosaic keeping in mind the direction of the fur

Step 11

Let grout cure for suggested time

Step 12

Mix thinset for grout stage

Step 13

Spread grout across entire piece with the spatula or gloved hands

Step 14

Let sit for about 20 minutes

Step 15

With damp sponge wipe excess grout and rinse in a bucket of water

Step 16

Buff off grout haze with folded soft rag

Step 17

(optional) Adjust grout colour where needed with acrylic paint wash, let dry

Step 18

Apply grout sealer if desired