Continuing the DIY: Mosaic Ceramic Flower Pot, Part 2 with Grouting Guide Included

[@JanShikoluk]

I've done a few mosaic pieces but your videos showed me some different tips that I was not taught. So learned more through the video. Never knew of spraying the terracotta nor the plastic bag wrap up. Thank You !

[@MakeitMosaics]

You are so welcome!

[@rumoor3865]

Really lovely! I've wanted to do Mosaics for years...this tutorial was perfect! I am ready to get busy! Thank you for sharing!

[@MakeitMosaics]

Oh you go girl, glad you are inspired!

[@alishamckenzie8523]

Best instructor of any "how to" video I've ever seen! Well paced, informative and a beautiful final piece.

[@kimwozniak5663]

Thank you! I've been on a bit of a hiatus hope to bring you more soon!

[@Gabriel-gabriel]

it's a vid from 2017,but one of the best

[@MakeitMosaics]

Some things get better with age! ha ah. This continues to be our most watched video month after month. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@sylvieh1063]

Perfect tutorial. Very Well explained. Thank you!

[@MakeitMosaics]

Thanks for being a fan!

[@artifactvideoproductions]

Wonderful, thorough explanation! Thank you for sharing your knowledge 🙏

[@MakeitMosaics]

Glad it was helpful!

[@rosellenf.8339]

So happy I came across this video ! Your instructions were very clear and the results were beautiful ! I truly cannot wait to try this out 🥰🥰🤗. Thank you SOOOO much for your time and patience and for sharing with all of us.

[@MakeitMosaics]

You are so welcome!

[@fredrickmuse2414]

Hi ladies !! My name is Fred Muse, nice to meet you ;) I just happened upon the mosaic flower pot that Kim showed the video of....Oh boy, this is right up my alley, believe me !!~~I started painting terra cotta pots...like in the early 2000's, I don't even remember why....but it helped me to realize I'm a bit of an artist....so...I also make stepping stones that are more like an art piece than anything you'd actually STEP ON !!! lol just saying...so I mash up the two....once I get the needed materials...and some practice...Kim makes it look easy....lol...I'm going to make some of these !! Very nice work Kim...you can tell her I said that Bonnie F. :) I will check out the website...is it your guys' business? I'm just curious....I would love to have a business doing what I love....ahhh....fyi....I make beaded gem stone, shell, metal, glass, seed beads, etc...jewelry...I also work with mixed media, wood projects...that seem to always look kind of like folk art..imo...anyway enough about me...I'd love to hear from you gals...take care !!!

[@ramonaharvan177]

One of the smartest mosaic videos I have seen. Thank you for the valuable tips!

[@kimwozniak6133]

Thank you for watching! and your kind words!

[@MakeitMosaics]

Thanks for watching!!

[@gv7915]

Hi Kim, I love the project, can you please share the website or store where I can buy the petal and leaf shaped tile pieces. I live in USA

[@beckyhrnandez]

@@gv7915 she had the witsendmosaics and a Facebook page with links to the shop too 😊👍

[@daisy13489]

Oooooh I just stubbled across you at breakfast, I think I'm gonna get addicted, you are so helpful with your tips. Can't wait to get started and look forward to following your projects. Thank you for your tutorials.

[@artifactvideoproductions]

Thanks!

[@MakeitMosaics]

You bet!

[@christineaygin6701]

Beautiful ,and really well explained and executed

[@MakeitMosaics]

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[@cindisouthall7263]

Really enjoy your videos! You do beautiful work and you explain what and how your doing it , so it's easy to understand. Ty

[@MakeitMosaics]

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[@marshansam3030]

Thank you.. this will be my first project

[@bevturquoise4651]

I ADORE YOU , Your knowledge, and your TIPS!!!

[@MakeitMosaics]

Thank you for your kind words!

[@sharonwilliams6536]

Great video! Very informative for making mosaic pots. ....Thank you so much. Sharon

[@marydonald3453]

Appreciate your knowledge and thorough presentation. Very, Very impressive!

[@MakeitMosaics]

Thanks for being a fan!

[@tanniewill1986]

W.O.W I so INSPIRED! YOU are AMAZING! Just the facy that you are a TRUE professional AND took time to share your secrets. JUST, THANK YOU SO MUCH.

[@cindykisida1794]

One of the best videos I have watched. Great directions and instruction. New to the craft and learned so much.

[@dianenilles9999]

Best how to videos for grout. Thank you

[@MakeitMosaics]

THANK YOU for being a fan. More videos in 2020!

[@jalapenagirls]

So fun and easy to follow! Thanks 🌺

[@MakeitMosaics]

So glad!

[@sabinelloyd8532]

Excellent video!

[@MakeitMosaics]

Glad you liked it!

[@timeenuf4200]

Beautiful. Thank you for sharing your time, talent, and inspiration. Love your motto too!

[@kimberlyj4538]

Best video I’ve seen on this. Thank you, Kim!

[@MakeitMosaics]

So glad you found us! More videos soon.

[@jeffguzzetta4228]

Great tutorial!!! Can’t wait to get started! Your tips are awesome. I really like your thin set method for application much better than adhesive methods. Question: with stained glass pieces/ tiles, is the process the same? If not can you advise? Thanks!!!

[@kimwozniak5663]

Hi Jeff, Thanks for your comments! Yes, all of the steps and applications are the same. Although I have used many thinset brands with glass some do a better job than others so check your thinset to make sure that it is suitable for glass tile applications and you're good to go.

[@donnadiesburg7451]

Ì just found your channel and subscribed.. With your professional knowledge you make my work better. Ì made a few but didn't know about keeping the pot wet etc. thank you! Also I did mine in summer outdoors, here in Iowa and the knats and flies drove me crazy!

[@kimwozniak5663]

Thanks for subscribing! I'm in Wisconsin I understand the gnats!

[@elizetedearaujo5429]

Muito lindo o seu trabalho.Gostei!

[@sarahhoilman7450]

Absolutely beautiful 💕

[@MakeitMosaics]

Thank you! 😊

[@diptimathur6811]

Beautiful detailed tutorial.

[@MakeitMosaics]

Thank you for your interest and for subscribing to our channel.

[@windarcher6294]

Beautiful

[@kelleyh8906]

So beautiful ❤️

[@carmenbrochu4756]

What a great talent! Keep up the good work:)

[@lucyhernandez3408]

so nice nice color

[@MakeitMosaics]

Thank you for being a fan!

[@ATLIN4]

Wow! This is such an informative and fun thing to do. My girlfriends and I referenced this video a few times while making our creative pots.

[@AmarjeetKaur-ug9dk]

Beautiful❤️

[@MakeitMosaics]

Thank you! 😊

[@dinabutler5797]

Very helpful, thanks! I'm learning and how do you grout successfully when tesserae are different thicknesses?

[@MakeitMosaics]

Good question! this video may give you some other ideas, I try to bevel the grout in between the different heights, and always use polymer fortified sanded grout, non sanded will crack. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qainnouPmZiro6ssi=XVk7AH7X-TqivWbt

[@Max2U]

Love the detailed instructions!❤️💗🦋

[@MakeitMosaics]

Thank you for your kind words, and thank you for subscribing to our channel.

[@veronicamarquezmorales4549]

Hermoso trabajo, que lastima no este en español su explicacion

[@Irene-gq4jr]

Lovely work. Love the stones you used although I suspect they could be quite expensive, so I have a notion to try this with seashells, pebbles and glass that have been naturally tumbled by the sea.

[@MakeitMosaics]

Thanks for viewing. Shells and pebbles are a great alternative, although shells tend to be very challenging to grout. Check out "Fun and Easy DYI Pebble and Shell Mosaic Art Project with Children", we use shells without grouting, may gleam some insights for you.

[@Irene-gq4jr]

@@MakeitMosaics Thanks for your advice and I certainly will check that out.

[@juliafeliciano5372]

Oh my God so beautiful 😍

[@lisamcdonald4215]

Amazing work. .. Beautiful

[@fernandaspeziapedrini884]

Amazing!

[@kimwozniak5663]

So Happy you Liked it! Please send us pics of your completed Pot! All the tiles can be found at www.WitsEndMosaic.com

[@michelel1852]

I just love this video and your pot. Thank you for giving such good instructions. My clay pot has no lip and I placed my glass pieces almost to the top leaving a 1/4 inch lip. Do I grout around the top of the pot or leave it exposed along the top edge?

[@kimwozniak5663]

That's your choice. I would tape off part of it to create a good line.

[@artbyfaith]

Beautiful!

[@karenjenkins4020]

Fabulous! These 2 videos were exactly what I needed!! Just to clarify, following these instructions, the pot can be planted in directly??

[@MakeitMosaics]

Yes you can plant directly in the pot. Have fun, great project. Note from Bonnie.

[@pedrollopart8161]

Desde España gracias por la informacion muy bonito

[@sandie40au]

Really helpful. Thank you so much.

[@MakeitMosaics]

Glad you found us! Thanks for subscribing.

[@maryammahmud4162]

Very nice

[@MakeitMosaics]

Thank you for being a fan.

[@carmenbrochu4756]

Thank you for the information about not leaving the pot out with freezing temperatures. That could have been a disaster.

[@MakeitMosaics]

Thanks for being a fan, glad we could help!

[@stardancer64]

Your videos are great with easy to understand directions. Thank you. Do you know if the sanded grout is ok to use on Stained glass mosaic?

[@MakeitMosaics]

Yes sanded grout is fine, it actually cleans the glass and does not damage it. Thanks for your interest, keep creating!

[@cyhomer]

Thanks..this was great.

[@gv7915]

Simply love the instructions and video!! Can we use mosaic tiles on glass or plastic? If so, can you please suggest which glue to be used?

[@kimwozniak5663]

Yes, If you are intending on using the container in an exterior application use an adhesive like Lexel or other silicone type adhesive that is recommended for exterior use. If your container is plastic make sure it is stiff and not flexible. Any flex in your substrate will/can cause your grout to crack.

[@gv7915]

@@kimwozniak5663 thanks a ton for the suggestions!👍🙂Where can I find the petal shaped mosaics ?

[@MakeitMosaics]

@@gv7915 witsendmosaic.com/ceramic-porcelain/fun-tile-shapes.html

[@gv7915]

@@MakeitMosaics thank you for the information!

[@j.c.7555]

So thankful for such thorough instruction. The background music guitar strumming I feel is too distracting and repetitious for the instruction..IMO..other than that thank you for your excellent tips and dyi that turned out beautiful. Looking forward to more.

[@MakeitMosaics]

Noted!

[@carrimacf]

You took your mask off whilst still mixing in the grout! ;o)

[@barbaracorliss9075]

Caroline Macfarlane I was thinking the same thing.....watching the powder float up towards her nose 🙂.....love the info other than that.

[@نحوالتغيير-ظ8ك]

شكرا

[@beeintentional7246]

Are you safe not to use a sealant on tile that is not high fire?

[@not_today_satan_7]

I made a mosaic table top with stained glass. It's a indoor table but I anticipate somebody setting a drink glass on top of it. Therefore I want to seal it. What is the best easiest product to use? Can I use a polyurathane? Can I use modge podge? It would be almost impossible for me to only seal the grout and not get any sealer on the glass. Can I put grout sealer over the whole top and quickly wipe it off?. The glass pieces are super close together so it seems like I need something that can go on grout and glass without damage to either. I don't want to take away from the shine of the glass. Can I just use a spray acrylic sealer ? Thank you love your videos

[@MakeitMosaics]

Your question is so timely. No kidding just today I was editing a new video about making a mosaic table top for outside! I will post soon. Kim and I have pretty strong feelings about not sealing, why? Really a lot of work and sealants trap water, both in a protective manner, but also underneath. If any water finds its way under the tabletop substrate that may cause damage. Unless the work is very high traffic (a floor,) it may be far less work to scrub the spill out of the grout than do the labor intensive work of sealing, You must get the sealant into the grout and get it off all the tiles - yep every single piece of glass otherwise the sealant will dull the surface. Recommend you use the same manufacture of sealant that you used for grout. If a light-colored grout bleach in a spray bottle may do the trick if red wine was spilled. NO NO NO to modge podge, or spray acrylic. You could pour a resin over it, but confining the resin may be a problem (table would need a lip). You could get a custom piece of tempered glass to put on top. There are grouts available that have sealant properties already in them, such as Laticrete's Permacolor. Good luck. Bonnie

[@not_today_satan_7]

@@MakeitMosaics thank you for responding. I was thinking of covering the top with plexiglass or the such. I appreciate your timely response happy New year

[@markh9825]

Is the grout sanded or unsanded? Which kind do you use?

[@MakeitMosaics]

We always use polymer fortified sanded grout.

[@julieblake4088]

Thank you that was great and very informative. Do you seal your pieces at all, or do you believe that the polymer in the grout acts in this way?

[@kimwozniak5663]

I personally do not seal. I feel the polymer is enough. It has also been my experience that if the grout gets stained or mildewed it is much more difficult to clean if it sealed. I feel like what you are trying to clean off gets caught up in the sealer. If your main concern is keeping the water from soaking in. We already left the pot unsealed so sealing the outside won't help much. The water will come from the inside out. The most important thing is not to leave them outside in freeze thaw states.

[@julieblake4088]

@@kimwozniak5663 Thanks KIm

[@rukhmanikumar5659]

Where do you get those beautiful tiles pieces from plz do tell

[@pinchpalschannel2640]

All supplies from www.witsendmosaic.com/, they are "fun tile shapes," "micro mosaic tiles" (Brookstone Collection are the flower petals). Have fun and thanks for your interest!

[@zainebal-shibibi8391]

I love your page 💖 I have a question: where can I get these huge lovely petals from as all I can find are small & medium sized ones ?. I’m looking forward to your reply. Thanks in advance.

[@kimwozniak5663]

Hi Zaineb, You can find the petals here: witsendmosaic.com/ceramic-porcelain/fun-tile-shapes/brookstone-collection.html They are on available from the manufacture in mixed sizes only which includes the large ones.

[@srishtisinghal3319]

Hi.. I really loved your tutorial.. I am doing mosaic for the very first time following your instructions.. I left a damp towel inside my terracotta pot after finishing with the thinset. However, when I checked after 24 hrs, my mosaic tiles were moving with visibly runny thinset. The thinset was no longer peanut butter consistency or even thicker. In fact it absorbed the water from the pot. Can you please advise what should I do differently to avoid this situation? TIA

[@kimwozniak5663]

Hmmmm. Can you advise what brand/type thinset you are using? I suspect it may be the premixed variety, which it not the correct product in this application.

[@srishtisinghal3319]

@@kimwozniak5663 yes.. I am using the premixed.. already half way through.. it’s for mosaics specifically.. why is it not appropriate?

[@srishtisinghal3319]

@@kimwozniak5663 I am using the acryl pro tile adhesive

[@kimwozniak5663]

@@srishtisinghal3319 The instructions in the video are for a cement-based adhesive. Cement-based adhesives Cure to set/harden. The damp towel prolongs the cure time, making the bond stronger. AcrylPro is an acrylic-based adhesive that dries to harden, so adding the water and the wet towel prevent it from drying and making it weaker. Although your adhesive suggests that it is for mosaics, It does not make it suitable for all conditions, and it would not be recommended in the instance of constant water presence in a flower pot. It is a product made for homeowners to do backsplashes etc. You can finish your pot with it but stop damping the pot. I can not speak to longevity if used for a plant? I have no experience using it.

[@christinemartin4338]

Tips for a large pot ? I am buying it second hand so it is used and dirty. Too big to work on inside. It will take several sessions to apply all the tiles I will have to work on stages. Any quick advise or referral to appropriate info source?

[@MakeitMosaics]

Senior moment, thought I replied to you. Try the lazy Susan trick, may make work a little easier.

[@kimmarie5442]

When putting your tiles on AND when grouting, is the pot still damp from the prep of submerging it overnight?

[@MakeitMosaics]

Great question, no one has ever asked. yes damp is fine when applying tiles, I let thinset cure (dry) before grouting. Good luck. Thanks for being a fan.

[@sonabran4751]

Total beginner here, but tried my hand at it some time ago. I used a dk gray grout and found it to stain all of my tiles. Any help or suggestions why? thank you

[@kimwozniak5663]

Please give me more info on the tiles used. Typically the only time this happens is on unglazed ceramic. If it is High fired and durable, it is easily removed with Vineger or any mild acid and a green scrubby.

[@nanakellyacker]

Where do you get your flower petal shape tiles?

[@kimwozniak5663]

witsendmosaic.com/ceramic-porcelain/fun-tile-shapes/brookstone-collection.html

[@carmelinarossetti1365]

Wow it's amazing I love the way you've done, I live in the UK, Great Britain, where can I find those mosaic pieces

[@kimwozniak6133]

Carmelinea, We ship to the UK. You can find these tiles at www.witsendmosaic.com You can try also try Mosaic Trader UK. I am not sure if they carry the shapes.

[@niviamariagoncalves4190]

uau amei lindo parabens

[@kimwozniak5663]

Obrigado!

[@cynthiamcgear752]

Did you state that mosaic pots such as this one cannot be left out over the winter????? Our area has temps down to single digits on occasion. I wanted to mosaic a terra cotta pot for a toad house in a fairy garden but want to leave it in place year round. Bad idea?

[@kimwozniak5663]

Cynthia, It will really have to do with how well protected it is and I assume that as a toad house it will be upside down and therefore not really holding moisture. They can withstand freezing temps. I store mine dry in an unheated garage in Wisconsin. If it soaks up moisture outside from rain and/or snow and then freezes the terracotta will degrade. If in your climate you have left terracotta pots outside without issue it should not be a problem. It is really about the pot not the mosaic.

[@annemcshane8960]

Hi, how do you dispose of the grouty water at the end? I’ve been letting it settle and pouring off the water but still a bit scared for my pipes.

[@MakeitMosaics]

I too let the water sit overnight, I dump it in my garden or on a tree, it does not hurt the plantings - actually they like it, filled with lime. Then I scrape out the remains and put in trah. This video may provide some additional insights: "No one wants to call the Plumber!" kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWSng3dniNhsgtE

[@annemcshane8960]

Thanks! I just saw your reply. I appreciate you taking the time to answer my question! Glad to know the plants like it too.

[@AbsentWithoutLeaving]

Safety mask! Yay!!

[@renaturezalife1001]

Very beautiful , work!!! Renato RS Brasil

[@kimwozniak6133]

Thanks!

[@RoseOriginals]

Gorgeous! I forgot to ask you on Part 1, did you do all the sides in one day?

[@fredrickmuse2414]

HI Rose, I was wondering if she did the whole pot in a day also...might me better to spread it out,,,,but they're arthe experts, so please let me know if you get the answer?? thanks have fun

[@jordanavasquez9697]

should be 24-48 hours wait for the thinset to dry

[@kimwozniak6133]

I did all the application the first day and grouted a couple days later.

[@trishfrench1927]

Hi Bonnie. Can you please tell me the color of the grout you used?

[@MakeitMosaics]

I THINK natural gray. Good luck and thanks for your interest!

[@trishfrench1927]

@@MakeitMosaics Hi Kim. I am having an issue with my pot. I have a few of the tiles that just don't want to stay on. I have a damp towel in the pot and I am wondering if the maybe the amount of moisture could be the problem, but it is only a FEW of the tiles, towards the bottom. Any suggestions would be welcomed

[@trishfrench1927]

I want to add that it has been over 48 hours that I have put the tiles on with the quick-set, but I haven't grouted yet. Thanks :)

[@kimwozniak5663]

@@trishfrench1927 First did you use pre-mixed or regular Thinset? If you used Premixed then you need to remove the cover and stop adding moisture. This material is quite different from the thinset that you add water to and mix yourself and needs air and no moisture to dry. It is also not nearly as water-resistant so it shouldn't really be used where the moisture level is high. If you used standard thinset from a bag I suspect there is too much additional moisture. You are safe to uncover and allow to set. I used a grey-green grout on the pot in the video. It may be difficult to find but as Bonnie mentioned natural grey would be nice I usually error on the side of darker grout rather than light.

[@trishfrench1927]

@@kimwozniak5663 thank you It seems to be the moisture, but I made sure to get the one I had to mix.

[@marinageorgiev9653]

Where I can order those tiles? Tks

[@JessofAir]

Is it possible to color the grout?

[@MakeitMosaics]

Yes! See our video Coloring Thin set mortar and Grout Video for processes. Thanks for watching.

[@XjtBA]

Where can I buy these mosaics?

[@MakeitMosaics]

Noted in description, www.witsendmosaic.com. BEST mosaic supply store, terrific customer service.

[@mostaanroya]

Where do you order those mosaics

[@kimwozniak5663]

www.witsendmosaic.com

[@keniacaballero7375]

Where can I get the petals for this proyecto

[@MakeitMosaics]

Fun tile shapes from witsendmosaic.com/ceramic-porcelain/fun-tile-shapes.html

[@reggaefever1546]

@@MakeitMosaics I just wanted to say I've done a lot of Mosaic art and you make a very messy process incredibly tidy. Thanks for the tips.

[@yolipedraza5556]

Where do you get the pot turner?

[@petertwining5729]

Craft shops and ceramic supply places, you can also use a lazy susan table piece will also work.

[@kimwozniak6133]

We sell them at WitsEndMosaic.com!

[@yolipedraza5556]

Thank you.

[@pinchpalschannel2640]

witsend.com, "turntable" - GREAT TRICK, countless uses. Thanks for your interest.

[@soumyasingh6477]

Amaginally superbbbb :)) liked n subcribed n Thanks for sharing :))

[@kimwozniak5663]

Thanks for watching and subscribing.

[@wendyj.6922]

Neat lady!

[@arelygomez7416]

Hola me gustaría en español

[@carrimacf]

Yikes! And you took your gloves off! Otherwise great video!!! Thank you!

[@MakeitMosaics]

Sometimes those gloves just get in the way. A quick rinse of your hands with white vinegar neturalizes the acid in the grout. Thanks for watching!

[@jeantemplemeyer366]

Beautiful!

[@MakeitMosaics]

Thank you for being a fan!!

[@nikkiduck974]

Where did you get your already pre-cut stones and glass

[@MakeitMosaics]

All the materials used for this project are detailed in the description. The tiles are here witsendmosaic.com/ceramic-porcelain/fun-tile-shapes.html

[@nettynoo]

Where do you buy the flower pieces?

[@MakeitMosaics]

witsendmosaic.com/ceramic-porcelain/fun-tile-shapes/brookstone-collection.html

[@MakeitMosaics]

Those beautiful tiles available only from Witsend.