Mosaic Craft: 20 Designs for the Modern Home

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A master of mosaics presents 20 stylish new projects for the contemporary home.

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A master of mosaics presents 20 stylish new projects for the contemporary home.

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Martin's Cheek latest book is sure to spark interest among amateurs and experts alike. The experienced mosaicist may learn about techniques not yet mastered or new materials, while the amateur can learn about essential tools and basic methods.
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Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9781570763571
  • Publisher: Trafalgar Square
  • Publication date: 5/1/2007
  • Pages: 128
  • Sales rank: 1,375,796
  • Product dimensions: 8.50 (w) x 11.00 (h) x 0.61 (d)

Meet the Author

Artist Martin Cheek's previous books include Mosaics: Design Sourcebook and Making Mosaics.

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Table of Contents


Introduction     6
Materials     8
Tools     14
Techniques     16
Projects     38
Gingham platter     40
House number     42
Gustav Klimt mirror     44
Bloomsbury tea light     48
Jewelry boxes     50
Pendant lamp     52
Square flower lamp     54
Heart ornament     58
Storm light Iznik tulips     60
Fruit stools     64
Peacock display plaque     68
Four elements wall decoration     72
Giraffe mirror     78
Dolphin frieze     80
Ravenna star paving slab     84
Spanish bull tile trivet     88
Kilim table     92
Letters for children's room     96
Ravenna freestanding shelves     98
Flamingo side table     102
Gallery     106
Glossary     126
Suppliers     127
Index     128
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  • Anonymous

    Posted November 21, 2009

    I Also Recommend:

    The Mosaic Artist's Bible of Techniques: The Go-To Source for Homes and Gardens: Complete, In-Depth Instructions and Creative Designs
    The Mosaic Artist's Bible: 300 Traditional and Contemporary Designs

    Good for reference if you have other mosaic books

    While there is a lot of good information in this book I would not recommend it for beginners. As a teacher of mosaic I keep this book but have written notes for my students on things that are not practical or usable in the book.

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