Garden wall mosaic with broken vintage china

yes I know, its been years since I posted anything. But here is what I am busy with, but am only halfway. 

Smashed vintage china used to mosaic a garden wall. Never throw broken beauties away, you can use them after a lifetime collecting broken china..

First chip the paint off the wall, paint with a slushy cement with bonding liquid

Start sticking your pieces up

Grout with waterproof grout

Grind off any sharp bits

 

A decorated circle mosaic

I had fun decorating some bisqued circles- about 10cm in diameter. beautifully glazed at the Knysna Pottery House and then I went a bit off tangent and did an intricate background glass mosaic which took ages to do.  Base is made with fibre cement board, waterproofed. It can withstand being outdoors in warmer climates. (Not sure about icy places)

So the next one will be an easier design and as a result, more affordable. I obviously needed some therapy!

Red Orchard Mosaic

Red Orchard Mosaic

Outdoor wall panel mosaic

5- 6 weeks work

Recycling ceramic casualties

Broken porcelain shards

Ceramic inserts- leaves and animals

Craig drilling some holes in the corners for me, Getting ready for final installation at a Pezula  garden- outdoor barbecue/ braai area. Find us on Instagram as #knysnapotteryhouse and on Facebook as the Knysna Pottery and Dye house