Mosaic Cross
Step by step on how to make mosaic cross, presented by Joan Launspach
For any questions contact: Joan Launspach
The thing to note in this project is that we have used a resin based cross as a move away from traditional wood. This is so that the cross can be used externaly without any additional preparation you would normally have to do to protect the wood base from the elements.
You can obain a variety of mosaic resin bases from Crafty Corner directly. We have a range of standard designs and can make up any design you require.
What you need to make mosaic cross:
- Resin cross mosaic blank
- Assortment of mosaic tiles, mirror and ceramic inserts
- Wood Glue
- Tile cutter
- Wheel cutter
- Light grey grouting
- Water
- Mixing bowl and spoon
- Sponge
- Old dry towel
- Container with water for cleaning off sponge
- Clear Silicone Glue
Read through all the instructions first before starting this craft.
Step 1
Design your layout and cut the tiles that you will need to make your mosaic cross
Step 2
Using a mosaic two wheel cutter, shape your tile bits to fit your design.
Step 3
Glue your mosaic design to the resin cross using standard wood glue.
Step 4
Once you have glued your tiles to the cross leave for at least 12 hours for the wood glue to set completely.
Step 5
Take enough grout to fill all the gaps around your tiles on your cross and mix with tap water until you get the consistency of icing.
Step 6
Using a sponge spread the grouting into the gaps between the tiles. Make sure that you fill all the areas leaving no air pockets in the grouting.
Step 7
Before the grout dries, gently remove the excess grout with a damp sponge. Be careful not to remove too much between the tiles.
Step 8
Leave the grouting to dry for about an hour before you polish off the final bits of excess grouting with a soft dry cloth.
Step 9
Finally, you can now glue on any additional items to your cross that you have selected, such as a ceramic rose. To do this you will use a little clear silicone glue. Make sure that you leave your project to dry for a full 24hrs before you hang it up to ensure that all materials have set to full strength, especially if this project is for the outside of your house.
