How to Make Mosaic Picture Frame (Easy DIY Craft)

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How to Make Mosaic Picture Frame (Easy DIY Craft)

Learn how to make a glass tile mosaic picture frame!

This cute and easy craft is a fun way to upcycle an old wood frame and even broken glass pieces.

Make a mosaic glass frame in an afternoon with this simple tutorial, no skill level required for this fun and creative craft.

GLASS MOSAIC FRAME:

A glass mosaic frame is easy to make and doesn't take too long.

The glue needs time to set and the grout needs to dry and usually a second application, but this would make a fun Summer Camp craft that could dry overnight and finished up the next day.

I love the simplicity of the wooden frame and the 4x4" opening, just a big enough project to use creativity but not overwhelm.

GLASS MOSAIC FRAME: A glass mosaic frame is easy to make and doesn't take too long. The glue needs time to set and the grout needs to dry and usually a second application, but this would make a fun Summer Camp craft that could dry overnight and finished up the next day. I love the simplicity of the wooden frame and the 4x4" opening, just a big enough project to use creativity but not overwhelm.

SUPPLIES NEEDED FOR MOSAIC PICTURE FRAME:

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Wood Frame (This is Martha Stewart from Plaid)
500 Glass Mosaic Tiles
Iridescent Mosaic Glass Pieces
Pre-Mixed Tile Grout (1/2 Pint)
E6000 Glue
Cellulose Sponge (or a soft cloth)
Baby Wipes

They also sell small packs of square glass mosaic pieces at Dollar Tree and any craft store, so that's an option too, although I like the varied glass shapes in my mosaics.

NOTE: If you shop at Plaidonline for your frame, be sure to use the code: DOODLECRAFT15 for 15% off your entire purchase!

SUPPLIES NEEDED FOR MOSAIC PICTURE FRAME: affiliate links Wood Frame (This is Martha Stewart from Plaid) 500 Glass Mosaic Tiles Iridescent Mosaic Glass Pieces Pre-Mixed Tile Grout (1/2 Pint) E6000 Glue Cellulose Sponge (or a soft cloth) Baby Wipes They also sell small packs of square glass mosaic pieces at Dollar Tree and any craft store, so that's an option too, although I like the varied glass shapes in my mosaics. NOTE: If you shop at Plaidonline for your frame, be sure to use the code: DOODLECRAFT15 for 15% off your entire purchase!

*NOTE: This is a fun craft for a wide range of ages and very little skill needed...however, these are small pieces, so avoid small children that can't keep things out of their mouth.

Step 1: Arrange Glass Tiles

Begin by arranging glass tiles on the wood frame in the desired pattern and color arrangement.

I find the best way is to start with the larger pieces and then fit small pieces in between.

Fill the entire thing, but leave gaps between the tiles for the grout to fill in later.

Step 1: Arrange Glass Tiles Begin by arranging glass tiles on the wood frame in the desired pattern and color arrangement. I find the best way is to start with the larger pieces and then fit small pieces in between. Fill the entire thing, but leave gaps between the tiles for the grout to fill in later.

Step 2: Glue Glass Tiles

Next step is to use the E6000 glue and stick each of the pieces down on the frame in place, again starting with the large pieces is the easiest way.

Then let the E6000 glue dry for at least 4 hours.

Step 2: Glue Glass Tiles Next step is to use the E6000 glue and stick each of the pieces down on the frame in place, again starting with the large pieces is the easiest way. Then let the E6000 glue dry for at least 4 hours.

Step 3: Apply the Grout

Now adding the pre-mixed tile grout to these little mosaics takes it up a whole new level.

This process is a bit messy and takes 2 applications...it's helpful to have a paper towel, baby wipe or dry cloth on hand to wipe off when it gets messy.

Use a craft stick or plastic knife to spread some of the grout right on the surface of the tiles.

It's hard to really press the grout into all the cracks, so after getting a layer of grout on with the craft stick I used my fingers to really press it in all the places of the ceramic mosaic.

Use your finger to remove as much of the excess grout on the top of the tiles and put it back in the jar for another time.

Now let the grout sit on the mosaic picture frame for 15 minutes before wiping any of it off.

STEP 4: WIPING

Now use a wet cellulose sponge to gently wipe the surface of the mosaic tile pieces.

Careful not to shove the sponge down hard or it will mess up the grout lines.

Just wipe, rinse and wipe again.

It's a lot of wiping off...and you can do some editing after the grout dried, but it's much easier to get it off now during this wet stage.

STEP 4: WIPING Now use a wet cellulose sponge to gently wipe the surface of the mosaic tile pieces. Careful not to shove the sponge down hard or it will mess up the grout lines. Just wipe, rinse and wipe again. It's a lot of wiping off...and you can do some editing after the grout dried, but it's much easier to get it off now during this wet stage.

Use a clean section of the sponge every time you wipe.

When the sponge has no more clean surfaces, rinse it out in a bucket of water and start again.

Now set them in a room or a box to dry overnight.

After drying the grout had settled and air bubble sink holes had formed in places.

I just did a second application of the grout and then the wiping off and let them dry again.

This resolved any issues.

Now set them in a room or a box to dry overnight. After drying the grout had settled and air bubble sink holes had formed in places. I just did a second application of the grout and then the wiping off and let them dry again. This resolved any issues.

Now fill the beautiful mosaic picture frame with a quote or a Summer camp picture and put it on display!

I love how the glass tiles sparkle and shine in the sunlight!

It's a fun craft and will remain a keepsake for years to come.

Now fill the beautiful mosaic picture frame with a quote or a Summer camp picture and put it on display! I love how the glass tiles sparkle and shine in the sunlight! It's a fun craft and will remain a keepsake for years to come.

That's it!

Make a mosaic picture frame in an afternoon for an awesome Summer craft.

Get creative with your glass tile design, the colors and the vibe.

This craft will remain a cherished keepsake to fill with quotes, photos, and mementos in years to come.

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Make a mosaic picture frame in an afternoon for an awesome Summer craft. Get creative with your glass tile design, the colors and the vibe. This craft will remain a cherished keepsake to fill with quotes, photos, and mementos in years to come.

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I love the reflective shine of a DVD. I have been fascinated by them since I was in 9th grade and my dad bought a computer with a CD rom.

I know, right!? It was high tech, CD's. Since then we've watched tech come and go. DVD's are basically out now, right? Do you still use DVD's?

We used to back up our computer, but so much can just be done on back up drives or on a cloud...so DVD's sit, useless in a pile. Let's use them for this awesome craft!

I did this fun resin post back in 2017 with a tray from the thrift store and old DVD's and I still love it! It's been a huge resin craft hit, and I've seen lots of pictures of similar projects made by you!