Use Field Tiles To Make A Zebra Mosaic Table

I've been interested in mosaics for some time, and as I had some tiles remaining from previous projects, I decided to make a 19 inch table top out of some remnants.  These black and white tiles are "field" tiles, or just ordinary tiles used every day.  One good aspect of using these tiles, especially while learning a new art is the cost: 16 cents for white tiles and 39 cents for the black.

Step 1 Materials and Tools Needed

I used scrounged materials I had lying around, a particle board 19 inch round piece from a garage sale table, the field tiles, of course, and some left over adhesive, some grout, etc.  Tools needed were on hand as well, but the main pieces are the tile nippers, the glass cutter, and miscellaneous tools such as a hammer (to break tiles), pliers to hold tiles while breaking after scoring, a scoring jig, to scribe lines on tiles prior to breaking, and the usual grout mixing tools; spreaders, sponges, pails, etc. I used an opaque projector to copy my art work onto the table top. I also use a dremel tool with diamond bit to shape various pieces as needed. Note eye that is one piece, rounded with dremel.

Comments

[avidreader11]

Lovely! Could you please explain how you achieved the black/white effect on the side of the tiles?
thanks.

[Creativeman]

Thanks...if you are referring to the edge of the table, step 3 shows how I cut the tiles for the edge.

[sk263]

Congratulations! Could you please give more information about the Step 2, Picture 3, please? "Picture drawn and shaded with magic marker to show basic layout of tiles on piece" What is a magic marker?

[Creativeman]

The marker is just that...like a sharpie, or fabric marker, etc...even a highlighter...I used it to draw my design onto my base, and then just cut the pieces black and/or white and placed them onto that design....then glued them in place, and later, grouted the pieces...done!

[jhabulan]

I LOVE IT IS BEAUTIFUL :) NICE WORK

[sockmonkey06]

fabulous!!! Nice job, Creativeman!

[bajablue]

Beautiful work! 5 Stars!!!

[Creativeman]

Thanks!

[leonardml]

Great job!

[Creativeman]

Thank You.

[CB48]

Hi Mr Creativeman very outstanding, your a true artist cb

[chabias]

Very nicely done!!

[Creativeman]

Thanks, chabias.

[Techgirl-52]

SO cool!!! My new aunt is into Zebra's big time... I believe I found her birthday present! :D

[Creativeman]

Thank you

[Ninzerbean]

Fantastic!!

[Creativeman]

Thanks, NB

[ChrysN]

I love it, that looks amazing!

[Creativeman]

Thank you!

[scoochmaroo]

I did not know you have a penchant for zebras.

[Creativeman]

I do! Thanks scooch.