Today is the day we’re suppose to show our “after” projects for Melissa’s Procrastinator Party! Well I have a good excuse for not doing my project – we’ve only had 2 consecutive days with no rain so I couldn’t paint the checkerboard pattern on my deck. But…..I have a number of pending projects so I picked another.
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Some of you may remember when I painted my buffet yellow I said that I’d like to mosaic the top…Well I did it!
I used what I had. The only thing I purchased was a container of white grout. I had mosaic pieces because a few years ago I was going to do a birdbath and I had started a project covering concrete edgers (which I soon tired of)!
Here’s my project!
It would have been better to draw it out in the beginning especially in doing the circles. The center one is a big wonky because I just started gluing down pieces without having any sort of guide.
It’s not perfect. I learned a lot while doing it. I didn’t plan out what I was going to do ahead of time. I knew I was going to do a big focal point in the center but the rest I just made up as I went along.
I think it came out pretty good for never having done this before! Sometimes you just have to go for it!
Richie's 2ts Inspires says
OMG!!! You really did it, Mrs?
What a brave and creative woman you are! Job well done. Very well done!
Have fun…
Kathleen Grace says
It looks beautiful Manuela! You did a great job. I keep thinking I want to try this, Penny Carlson is such an inspiration with her beautiful creations:>) Now I just need to find the right thing to try it on…
Sue says
I love it! I have a similar piece that I have wanted to try this with but have not pushed myself to do it yet!
Emily@remodelingthislife says
nice job! i have a big concrete garden table and 2 benches that I want to do this to but haven’t a clue where to start.
Adrienne says
Hi Manuela – Your projects are wonderful! I’ve been thinking of giving mosaics a try. Love yours. ~Adrienne~
Linda's Blue Gate says
Look at you…… it looks GREAT…….. I have hidden away my first projects……. but yours is wonderful…… no hiding needed here…… Good job……. did you have fun doing it?
HUgs
LInda
Stacey says
Manuela, that is fabulous! I’ve always wanted to try that and have been chicken. You are inspiring!
Becky K. says
Oh yes! This is great!
I love that the form is a bit freeform. I totally love the M!
Very pretty! Congratulations on your project.
Terri and Bob says
I think it is adorable! I am very impressed. The perfect things in life are often forgot but the things that have character are often remembered! Your piece has character!
Heather says
wow, i think it’s great. all that hard work!
Doris the Great says
It looks so pretty. I think you should pat yourself on the back! And the wonkiness of the 1st circle is adorable. If it bothers you, put a large bowl there!
You’ve inspired me — especially with the concrete garden stones. I want to do some stepping stones, especially one of my beautiful Colombian student who will be going home in another month.
Tricia Anne says
What a beautiful table! I like the garden stones too. :o)
Sincerely ~ Tricia Anne
A Touch of Country says
Manuela it is so gorgeous! I bet it took a while to get it completed.
Thanks for some great inspiration!
Vee says
Oh wow! Manuela, that is gorgeous and, of course, I love the yellow! I think a little wonky is altogether more charming.
Penny @ The Comforts of Home/Lavender Hill Studio says
It turned out wonderful Manuela! And like I tell my husband, mosaic is an art form…it is not suppose to be perfect! A little wonky makes it real!
Hugs,
Penny
Mrs. Rabe says
I remember the concrete garden edgers!
I really like how the mosaic top looks on your buffet.
Great project! Oh, and the M tile is the perfect touch!
julie - eab designs says
Beautifully done!! Love the color combination you chose for the tiles.
Sue says
What a great fun project you completed. I wouldn't worry about "wonky." It is just sooooo cooool…..Color & design motif are pretty. Great inspiration piece for all of us to attempt.
🙂 Sue
Jennifer says
Manuela, it really looks good! I love that you just took the plunge and got it done. You must be so proud! The colors are great and I am sure it adds so much to your room.
Have a wonderful Thursday!
Jennifer
Teresa says
Man that looks like tons of work! Beautiful-
someday I what to try that.
Robin @ My Blessed Nest says
Very pretty! I have a mosaic table project, too, that is still in the very before stage…and probably will be for awhile yet! You’ve given me encouragement and inspiration, though! Blessings!
june@craftyniche says
Simply GORGEOUS! I love it!!
Nina Knox says
This looks great. I’ve always wanted to try a mosaic. I keep collecting broken china. Now you’ve inspired me. The “wonky” is good. When I do something that’s not quite perfect, I tell people I did it on purpose so you could tell it was hand made.
glorv1 says
Manuela, I think you did a pretty good job. I can’t believe it was your first time doing that. Even Penny says it looks great. Congrats on accomplishing this, but then again, YOU pretty much can do anything you want. Have a great Thursday. Take care.
Susan says
OOOOOOOO I love it! That is a wonderful, beautiful and very brave project!
Tami (Pixeltrash) says
That is really pretty. If you made mistakes, you can’t tell! I’d love to see the rest of the room where you have this table. Maybe you’ve posted it. I’ll go look for it.
Glenda/MidSouth says
You did good – pretty. I am not creative enough to tackle a project like that.
Glenda
mamaK says
Wow! That is so beautiful!!! I especially love the ‘M’. Off to get my project butt in gear!
Rosey Pollen says
It is lovely! Very creative!
Sharon says
So beautiful Manuela 🙂 I love the patterns and colors. I also like the edgers but won’t try it if I know you tired of it 🙂 I know I would too!
Have a great day and thank you for sharing 🙂
Songbirdtiff says
Wow, great job! Thanks for sharing!
Pat@Back Porch Musings says
Manuela it’s absolutely wonderful! I love it!
Kathy at Shocking Pink Thread says
This is one of your best projects! So creative! Thanks for sharing and inspiring the rest of us. ~Kathy
Ally0005 says
You did a great job for your first time. I love it!!!!!
Ally
Christina says
Oh, Manuela, that is awesome. Such pretty colors and just wonderful.
You did a great job. I know y’all will enjoy that table this summer.
I am trying out some cilantro in the shade like you told Victoria.
Mrs. Querido says
Manuela, you are adventurous 🙂 I would have obsessed over it and agonized…and that is why I will probably never be brave enough to do a mosaic 🙂 It looks great!
Oh and I got my gift card…thank you so much! I can’t wait to see what I do with it!
A Bushel and Peck and Pigtails Paper Trails says
I have attempted this and failed so I really appreciate the work you did and it looks great….good job!
KarenB says
Manuela, it turned out so great! Don’t you love it when you learn while doing? Sometimes it doesn’t turn out as well a yours did, though. I think it look very beautiful!
Angie says
Truly beautiful! I don’t know if I have the patience to try it!
Kim @ Manning Family Tree says
Turned out fabulous! Even the wonkiness (I love that word). I don’t know if I would have been brave enough to do this. Kudos to you.
Emily says
I LOVEE it!! It looks GREAT! Way to go! Its so beautiful!
salmagundi says
That looks like quite a time-consuming project! It turned out great. Sally
Anonymous says
Wow! Just a little party and you get all that done : )
It came out so nice. I would love to know if you are planning on writing out the steps to that project.
I’d be doing the happy dance if I were you!
Dee
Storybook Woods says
Wow Manuela, I am sooo impressed. It is gorgeous, really !!! Clarice
scrappy quilter says
That is absolutely amazing. I love it. It turned out so pretty and goes so well with the cabinet. Great job!!
Rhoda @ Southern Hospitality says
Awww, that really turned out cute. Looks like a fun project.
Teri says
So pretty! I love the yellow bottom and mosaic top. Nice job!
Betty says
Absolutely smashing! Betty
Lady Katherine says
Oh, I just love it! This has been one of my project not getting done a long time! Congrat to you, you have it done and it is wonderful! I love how the buffet is made! I do not think I have ever seen it? Now doing it your self, what makes it so special. Perfect? An artist work is never, well usually never perfect. For handmade items usually say no two alike! I think its totally Perfect! I love the flower bed ones too! You should do more. lol Now! Hand over the Recipe! For My Old Family Secret Recipe! How I would love to make a real one, but My daughter and my friend would think it was from the grocery! lol
Barb~Bella Vista says
Manuela, it is fabulous!!!! You are one talented lady.
Barb
Rosemary says
You did a beautiful job!!!
It looks amazing!!
So sorry about all of the rain.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Rosemary
Joy says
Wow that looks so pretty and you did it yourself. That is awesome. Love the design and colors.
Peggy. says
Looks great! I always wanted to try doing this.
Sarah @ Thrifty Decor Chick says
OH my goodness, that is just beautiful!! Now it is something you will really, really treasure. Love it.
jenjen says
I LOVE IT! It is adorable! I love that look. My mom and I did a mosaic backsplash using old plates in her guest house and it was really cute. I wish I would have taken pictures of it. She has since moved. But I love it on a dresser. What a great idea!
XOXO
jen
Melissa @ The Inspired Room says
Manuela, you are a woman of many talents. Always inspiring and amazing me with what you think of and what you accomplish. Thank you for sharing your project today!!!
blessings!
Gracie says
It’s a very well done job for a first time! Bravo to you!!!!
Rebekah says
I LOVE your wonky circles! Wow, Manuela! I thought it looked great before, but now it’s spectacular.
Debbie @ ribbonwoodcottage.blogspot.com says
Wow girl you are absolutely amazing! What a great job, and what a great piece to have and enjoy always! I’m so glad you jumped on board with the party!
Blessings,
Debbie
ellie says
you go girl..you are one brave DIYer!
laurie @ bargain hunting says
Love it! I want to do something like this, but I am afraid to begin. Maybe your pictures will motivate me. I think it is much more charming because it isn’t perfect. laurie
Sue says
Hi Manuela…I am very impressed..you did a fabulous job..you are very talented and you can do it all!!
FrenchGardenHouse says
It looks beautiful! Makes me long after the dresser I did long ago. Put it outside and after years and years of getting wet…I had to get rid of it last year. Maybe I’ll do another one soon, you’ve inspired me!
xo Lidy
Laura says
How beautiful. What an amazing project!
Laura
Anonymous says
Wow! That is beautiful! I love the look of the edging tooooo! Ya got me getting ideas for my yard. I love dishes and china things and have some that have broken that I still have…I could use them for a start….Thanks! As always you are full of inspiration and come up with million dollar ideas on a $1 budget!! Congratulations Manuela you did it again!! Jody
Linda says
I really love this piece! You did a great job on it. Hmm now you have me looking around at something for me to mosaic the top of…