Mosaic Secrets

Project-based Tips and Techniques for all Abilities

Becky Paton

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Herbert Press Ltd
06 January 2026

Learn the secrets to creating great mosaics with 17 exciting projects suitable for makers of all levels.

In this attractive project-led book, artist Becky Paton imparts the secrets she has learned about making mosaics across two decades. By working on these step-by-step projects – including mirrors, coasters, wreaths and disco balls – you too can master the art of mosaic design, working with ceramic and glass tiles, fossils, glitter and other materials, and setting pieces using grout, concrete and resin. Two bonus sections give special advice on working with schools and communities, and on techniques for creating the perfect mosaic portrait.

Whether you aspire to a large wall-mounted piece or just fancy adding a few sparkly highlights to your garden, this is the perfect guide to all things mosaic!

By: Becky Paton
Imprint: Herbert Press Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 280mm, Width: 216mm, Spine: 25mm
Weight: 454g
ISBN: 9781789943221
ISBN 10: 1789943221
Pages: 176
Publication Date: 06 January 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

INTRODUCTION A brief history PART 1: GETTING STARTED Finding inspiration Designing your mosaic Work environment Tools Tiles Cutting techniques Mosaic bases Adhesives and glues Grout PART TWO: THE PROJECTS Projects with grout - Terracotta dish - Personalised present tag - Pride love heart - Cheese plant smorgasboard - Mosaic mirror - Moorish-inspired coasters - Mini robin - Iridescent beetle - House nameplate Projects with concrete and resin - Concrete garden accent - Garden flower - Christmas star decoration - Garden dragonflies - Mirror ball - Rosebud brooch - Ivy leaf - Mosaic wreath PART THREE: GOING A LITTLE FURTHER Community and public art Perfect portraiture Acknowledgements and Image credits Mosaic stockists and handy suppliers

Becky Paton studied Public Art and Design at Chelsea School of Art and specialised in mosaic. She has undertaken many public and community art projects in this medium and is hugely inspired by nature, with insects, birds and fossils currently taking top spot. Her other passion is portraiture, with her ongoing life’s work being a collection of ‘Warrior Women’, from Joan of Arc to Jane Morris.