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Mosaic Books - our recommendations (links to amazon.com & .ca)

to amazon.ca
Ancient Mosaics  - Roger Ling -

Ancient Mosaics - "mosaics were first made in the fifth century B.C. with the use of inset pebbles to provide durable pavements..."

to amazon.ca

The Art of Mosaic Design  - JoAnn Locktov -

The Art of Mosaic Design: A Collection of Contemporary Artists - "an impressive portfolio of artists working with mosaics in glass, ceramic, stone, and mixed media..."

to amazon.ca
Classic Mosaics   - Elaine M. Goodwin -

Classic Mosaic: Designs and Projects Inspired by 6,000 Years of Mosaic Art - "explains how the process of application is an integral part of the design, whether using ceramic, Venetian glass smalti, gold, marble, stones, shells, or mirror..."

to amazon.ca
Complete Pebble Mosaic Handbook   - Maggy Howarth -


Complete Pebble Mosaic Handbook - "not only a history of mosaics and beautiful photographs, but a how-to guide for pebble projects.."

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Decorating with Mosaics   - Deborah Schneebeli - Morrell -

Decorating With Mosaics - "clear instructions and step-by-step photos ensure that even the beginner finds success, use of paper-mache, colored grout, and other innovative ideas..."

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Design Sourcebook Mosaics   - Martin Cheek -

Design Sourcebook Mosaics (Design Sourcebook)  - "fantastic collection of mosaic images for creative mosaic inspiration..."

 to amazon.ca
Encyclopedia of Mosaic Techniques   - Emma Biggs -

Encyclopedia of Mosaic Techniques - "guide to the materials and techniques of designing and laying mosaic tiles in both indoor and outdoor settings..."

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Fantasy Worlds   - John Maizels, Angelika Taschen & Deidi Von Schaewen

Fantasy Worlds (Jumbo) - "features 73 environmental creations - 37 in Europe, 27 in America and 9 in Asia and Africa..." 

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Making Bits and Pieces Mosaics   - Marlene Hurley Marshall -

Making Bits & Pieces Mosaics: Creative Projects for Home and Garden - "bits and pieces, pique assiette, memoryware -- there are many names for this unique folk art technique that has flourished for centuries around the world..."

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Making Concrete Garden Ornaments   - Sherri Warner Hunter -

Making Concrete Garden Ornaments - "concrete techniques with molds; form over armatures; model or carve with concrete; and treat concrete surfaces with mosaics, embedded objects, incising, and coloring..."

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Modern Mosaic   - Tessa Hunkin -

Modern Mosaic: Inspiration from the 20th Century - "colorfully illustrates how to successfully meld a timeless art form into contemporary do-it-yourself masterpieces..."

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Mosaic Art and Style   - JoAnn Locktov -

Mosaic Art and Style: Designs for Living Environments - "explores our fascination with mosaic art and illustrates how artists have crafted architectural installations as well as decorative and functional objects..."

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The Mosaic Idea Book   - Rosalind Wates -

The Mosaic Idea Book - "wide variety of illustrated motifs provides an excellent source of ideas..."


Mosaic Materials, Techniques and History    - Isotta Fiorentini Roncuzzi -

Mosaic Materials, Techniques and History - "basic and advanced information on history, techniques, materials and professional ancient, modern and contemporary methods..."

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Mosaics   - Kaffe Fassett, Candace Bahouth -

Mosaics: Inspiration and Original Projects for Interiors and Exteriors -" an assemblage of highly imaginative ideas for mosaics..."

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Mosaic Techniques & Traditions   - Sonia King -

Mosaic Techniques & Traditions: Projects & Designs from Around the World - "history of the art, tools and materials, and techniques come first:  bases, adhesives, and grout; shaping and placing tesserae; practical and artistic design considerations; and several methods of creating the actual mosaic..."

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Mosaic Workshop   - Emma Biggs & Tessa Hunkin -

Mosaic Workshop: A Guide to Designing and Creating Mosaics -  "the book builds chapter by chapter into a complete course in mosaics. Whether you want to embellish a picture frame or transform an entire wall, Mosaic Workshop will guide and inspire every step of the way..."

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Outdoor Mosaic   - Emma Biggs, Tessa Hunkin -

Outdoor Mosaic: Original Weather Proof Designs To Brighten Any Exterior Space - "dazzling collection of ideas and projects shows you how to bring color and style to any outdoor space..."


Philadelphia's Magic Gardens - The Art of Isaiah Zagar    - Isaiah Zagar -

Philadelphia's Magic Gardens The Art of Isaiah Zagar - "the full color book featuring stories and pictures of Isaiah's work..."

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Stained Glass Mosaics    - George W. Shannon, Pat Torlen, Greta Torlen -

Stained Glass Mosaics: Projects & Patterns - "step-by-step projects, a photo of the finished item, plus coverage of all the basics (tools, materials, the work area, pattern transfer, glass cutting)..."