THE 7 BEST MOSAIC TOOLS FOR BEGINNERS | Includes 3 Honorable Mentions + Tool Budgets (PART 1)

[@jenl374]

You are so informative and gracious for sharing your craft and secrets! Im excited to watch all the videos and go break some glass!! thank you

[@deborahhardin1843]

Hi Julie, I would say my favorite tool is..... you.😁 may I add to the favorite list? As much as I hate them, dust masks, when sanding ceramic.

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Hi Deborah! Awww, thanks!😊 I agree with you on the dust masks. They're a must!! Keep creating and I'm so glad you're here!🔥

[@roseosullivan6553]

Hi, Julie. This was very informative. Very handy. I'm out of hospital about a month with a pulmonary embolism a clot on my lung. Im staying quite by watching arts and crafts on KZbin. But it great to know the right tools for the job. Have a good day. It's 4am in Cork at the moment. My pains have eased of so I will say goodnight and I will watch more of your videos tomorrow. Take Care.

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Oh my goodness Rose, WOW! Great to hear you are recovering at home. Glad my channel is entertaining you while you continue to mend. Take care of yourself.

[@Purnimalalpet]

wowwwwwww.... what a video... love from India

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Hi Purnima! Thanks so much for watching. Glad you’re here!

[@MsK-xm7vw]

Hello Julie; I've just found your page. Welcome to the KZbin Mosaic Community. I'm not sure where you live, but I just split a gut laughing when you said $50 bucks. The latest nippers I just ordered are $129 before tax and shipping...lol I love your advice to those just getting started as far as what tools to buy on a budget; but, I have got to be the biggest scrounger, beggar, will approach foremen at renovation sites for excess tiles kind of girl, and it should be noted here that mosaic art is not cheap. I believe you can always find old tiles, plates, or other mediums to create your art with; but, you should always invest in the very best tools you can afford. Having the right tools makes the hours of cutting and shaping you will do an enjoyable and creative part of your creative process, having poor quality tools makes cutting an arduous task. Tools can be a one-time investment if you start with the best, and don't cheap out. Stained Glass, Smalti, Tessera are not cheap investments, I would recommend people make sure they have the right tools to start with. Compound nippers, a good pair of side biters, glass scorers & running pliers should all be top quality, they can cheap out on everything else. At least that's what I tell my students starting out. And believe it or not, Father's Day is the best time for mosaic artists to go shopping for tools and materials.

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Thanks for the warm welcome! I appreciate your comments.

[@amandasymon4363]

Brilliant informative video - So grateful. Thank you 🙏👊

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Hi Amanda! YAY! I'm so glad you got value from it.😊

[@sandybeach5284]

Very informative! Thanks so much!

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Hi Sandy! It's great to hear you enjoyed it. Lots of useful tools and accessories to get you started. I'm glad you're here! Keep creating!

[@carmenortiz5294]

Like the bloopers, Iaughing is good.

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Awww thanks Carmen! I don't take myself too seriously. Laughter is the best!

[@carmenortiz5294]

@@JulieWeilbacher Neither do I, learning to laugh at yourself is good for the soul.

[@martyjohnson7730]

Beginner and Love your videos!

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Hi Marty! Thanks for your kind words and welcome to the world of mosaic! There's lots of tips, tools, and tutorials here on my channel. Let me know if there's something in particular you'd like to see a video about. I'm always taking requests. Keep creating and I'm so glad you're here!🔥

[@crystalstegall9356]

Thank you for so much info it really helps a beginner like me.

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Hi Crystal! Yay! Great to hear you got value from the video.🙌 Let me know if there's anything specific you'd like to learn more about. I'm always taking requests. Keep creating and I'm so glad you're here!🔥

[@lovewillwinnn]

My hero. Thank you. 🏅 🏆 😊❤

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Awwww, thank you!!😊

[@Mindywright27]

Thank you! This is so very helpful!

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Hi Mindy, thanks so much for watching! Great to hear it was helpful. Glad you found us!

[@danabarrett1847]

Thank you, thank you for your informative videos!!! I am very new to mosaics and beginning with making step stones with pre-made concrete step stones and using broken plates from Dollar Tree. I am loving it and getting the hang of it even though these plates are difficult to deal with. Can you tell me what you cover your table with? I use a desk with plastic over it, then use cardboard to put the step stones on.

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Hi Dana! Thanks for your kind words. I truly appreciate your support!😊 I use heavy-weight brown shipping paper on my work table. I buy it by the roll (amzn.to/3cSHfy2). Your cardboard idea is a winner too! Keep creating and I'm so glad you're here!🔥

[@iliketowatch.]

(6:04) I'm pretty sure this is available at dollar stores. It's sold as a "knife sharpener." (It does work well as a knife sharpener). I have one and I'm a notorious cheapskate. There's a chance that I picked it up at Harbor Freight. This is a discount hardware store that everyone should know about.

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Thanks for sharing!🙌

[@aprilaurie]

Hi Julie…I just started watching mosaic videos as I was hoping to try my hand doing a mirror frame with a ceramic sink that was mailed to me and broke in transit. There are parts of the sink that are thicker than 1/4”. Can you recommend a tile nipper that would open wider? Thank you! On a side note, your videos are the best out there on this subject. Very informative and easy to understand! And I love your humor 😂

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Hi aprilaurie! Awww, thank you for your kind words, truly.😊 It warms my heart that you enjoy my videos and are getting value from them. I would suggest using compound tile nippers. If that still doesn't open wide enough, check out this video to see what I did when trying to get a broken table lamp down to smaller tesserae pieces: kzbin.info/www/bejne/apbTYq15n6h2m9E. This video might also be a good solution for you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pp-ri4eJpq6Up5Y. Sounds like a fun project!! Keep creating and I'm so glad you're here!🔥

[@einewid]

Hi Julie, I am enjoying your videos, I was searching for the correct mesh for mosaic to use for a bathroom tiling. Does the mesh you referred to in another video, fiberglass, apply to the use for bathroom mosaic as well?

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Hi Belle! Yes it does. Keep creating and I'm so glad you're here!🔥

[@vrindarmenon924]

Thank you so much!!

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Hi Vrinda! Great to hear you enjoyed the video. Have you used any of the tools mentioned, or which one are you excited to try first? Keep creating and I'm glad you're here!🙌

[@kayebishop9419]

where did u get the eye glasses>>>>

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Hi Kaye! For the materials list (protective eyewear), it's under the video in the description. If you're on a mobile device, look under the video and there will be a down arrow to the right of the video title. Click that and it will expand the description and you can click 'more' to reveal the entire description which is where the materials list can be found. Keep creating and I'm so glad you're here!🔥

[@carolinazuazo1075]

Love it!

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Hi Carolina! Great to hear you enjoyed it. Now you've got a wish list! 😉 Keep creating! I'm glad you're here.

[@Amospully]

Love it ! Thank you! I use a paint brush as my dust brush. Lol

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Hi Amy! YAY! Great to hear you enjoyed the video! A paint brush works great too! We've all got an old one of those, right? What's your favorite mosaic material to work with? Keep creating and I'm so glad you're here!🔥

[@crazysquirrel9425]

What kind of work surface and lighting do you recommend? Work standing or sitting? With or without coffee?

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Hi Crazy Squirrel! I work on a sturdy wood table, I like natural and artificial light, I stand and sit depending on my mood, and ALWAYS a strong hot chai latte with almond milk. Keep creating and I'm so glad you're here!🔥

[@sandrabarbera1222]

Hi Julie I found a sanding stone is 60/80 do that work?

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Hi Sandra! That'll work!

[@thelittlerascals405]

Love ❤️

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Hi there! Awww, thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed the video. Keep creating and I’m thankful you’re here!🔥

[@VB_2023]

Hi Julie 😊 question what electric grinder would you recommend? Thank you!

[@VB_2023]

I was looking at the Techniglass The Grinder 2 have you used this brand? thanks!

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Hi Victoria! I have 2 grinders...one for glass exclusively and one for ceramic/porcelain. I can't find either of my models online but this one (amzn.to/3dqPiCr) is a very popular model, and it's the same brand as my ceramic/porcelain grinder which I've been using for 20+ years. It's still going like a workhorse. If you do get the Techniglass model (amzn.to/3DAnNRA), make sure you also get the eye shield. Power tools! SO FUN! Keep creating and I'm so glad you're here!🔥

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Hi Victoria, I answered this question in my previous comment to you.💗

[@VB_2023]

@@JulieWeilbacher you are so kind! Teaching us and sharing your knowledge Julie thanks so much!!!🌹🌹🌹🥰🥰🥰

[@barbrathompson9798]

Hi Julie, I love your videos,,, thanks,, just wondering about the annoying music in between what seems like each sentence it comes on and then fades ,,,,

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Hi Barbra! This is one of the early videos on my channel. The music level has been adjusted greatly since then. Thanks for your feedback. I appreciate it. Keep creating and I'm so glad you're here!🙌

[@jackrussel8898]

Is that background music to drown out your voice, just to let you know it's working.

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Hi Jack Russel, thanks for your comment. Appreciate you being here. Keep creating!

[@ShieAyla]

What would you say is the best for China? China plates and cups etc? So I'm guessing that would be considered like ceramic 🤷🏼

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Hi ShieAyla! For breaking china, I would use wheeled glass nippers. They're more precise and 'gentle' on something like that. Keep creating and I'm glad you're here!🔥

[@m.m.riccio1834]

Hi Julie, Thanks for all the help, support guidance and inspiration that you share with us! I am now breaking plates as a beginner in piques Assiette mosaics. My question is: Some of the plates --fiesta ware and others are so difficult to break. I am using a compound tile nipper for the hard to break stuff---but still am unable to break some of the plates. Do you have any suggestions? I also have a wheeled nipper. But I am willing to buy something else if it can help me break the

[@m.m.riccio1834]

oops I got cut off--let me if you have any suggestions. Thanks, MM. PS. I do follow your suggestions and only put the nippers in 1/4 of the way.

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Hi MM Riccio! Awww, thanks for your kind words!😊 It's great to hear you're enjoying my channel and getting value from the videos. Ah yes, Fiestaware. I know it well. I've got a bunch of that myself. I love it! But I agree, it's super thick and difficult to cut with traditional mosaic hand-cutting tools. I have 2 suggestions for you. The first is a table saw (amzn.to/3ToqJGs), this one is small, compact and will do the job of cutting thick plates. It will give you a very controlled way of cutting the exact-size shapes you'd like. The second suggestion is to try a hammer (amzn.to/3ToqJGs). Keep in mind it doesn't allow you to control the size or shape of the pieces. And hammers can crush pieces of tesserae as well which is a bit wasteful. Keep creating and I'm so glad you're here!🔥

[@14wheels75]

What about a face mask to protect your lungs from harmful silica that floats up from breaking tiles and mixing powders?

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Hi 14wheels75! Absolutely. We talk about that a lot here on my channel. Keep creating and I'm glad you're here!🔥

[@flowerbug55]

Julie, once again a great video. Music needs to be just a little softer so it doesn't distract. Still videos to watch, gotta go! Thank you!!!

[@JulieWeilbacher]

Hi flowerbug55! Great to hear you enjoyed the video. Yes, along the way I started turning the music way down in videos so you'll start to notice that as you progress through my channel. I do very much appreciate your feedback. Keep creating and I'm glad you're here!

[@ΕλενηΤριανταφυλλου-θ6ν]

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[@TahloolaDarlin]

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