Learn to mosaic.  You can use alot of different materials to create a mosaic of your very own. This was created in a number of steps over several days. Approx. 2 hours lay-out.  One hour prep of table surface and table base. Two more hours to pick-up the pieces, to apply the adhesive and then to replace all of the pieces. The adhesive then has to cure or dry.  You can then grout  (build up the area which surrounds the tiles and mosaic pieces) to give the top an even surface. This can take about two more hours to get a nice finish and to uncover the areas you want exposed. The grout must be allowed to cure  then you can seal the grout surface. The glass edges were also ground to be sure no one would cut themselves. The base of the table was painted cobalt blue and the sea shells were given a light coat of water based urethane to enhance the natural color.  This tabletop was created using a combination of square tiles, six sides tiles, broken glass and sea shells. The table is shown before the grout was applied. The finished table is for sale at my shop $ 200. I will be taking reservations for a class wheich will be held in April. Start looking for a piece of furniture which you may wish to create a mosaic for. You may also begin with a picture frame, a serving tray, a wood box. The piece you select should have a recess in the top or have a surface to which a trim piece can be added (this will hold everything in and allow the surface to be leveled). Call me if you wish to attend the class, I will be announcing the date in the next two weeks.

Made in the USA. These are sterling silver pendants made by teacher and artist Robert Jiorle, of Phillipsburg, New Jersey.  He starts with a slab of stone from which  he selects a portion  with the correct color, contrast, shapes & characteristics he wishes to use, he then proceeds by cutting the stone and polishing it.  He then designs the custom setting which will complete his composition and frame the finished artwork piece. Check out more pieces at http://picasaweb.google.com/grousestudios/Jewelry#

Regal

English Ironstone Bowl mounted in intricately handpainted antique cabinet. This is a show stopper !!! You must have a large space and desire drama. You will never see a bathroom piece like this anywhere.  The balcony on the back mimics the contour of the drawers. Very Good Design !! Both drawers are fully functional and the doors below open to hold loads of towels, shampoo, and incidentals. Dimensions: 42″ Length, 21″ Width (Deep), 37″ Height to top of counter (38-1/2″ to top of bowl). Faucet is Polished Chrome, Delta “Vessona” Series, Model 25925. Price is $895,US and does not include shipping. At store. You must come to see this piece of furniture/art.

LeavesII

Gorgeous Blue & White Sink with Leaves and swirling glaze makes one think of water swirling in the basin. This handmade Pottery Sink is mounted in a beautifully handpainted base cabinet with leaves and floral patch pattern. Very unique fabric/oilcloth top. Plenty of storage in base cabinet. Dimensions: 28-1/2″ Length, 20-1/2″ Width (Deep) 32-1/2″ Height. Handmade Pottery Sink Bowl is 10-1/2″ in Diamter. Faucet is Brushed Nickel, Pegasus Series 1000.813973G. Price is $625,US. Does not include shipping. At Store. You must see these Sinks and Vanities to understand and appreciate the workwomanship that has gone into these ONE-OF-A-KIND pieces.

GoldLeaves

Black & Gold Custom Pottery Sink in Antique Empire Dresser. This piece is totally custom and all pieces coordinated: leaves in the sink, mildly suggested in the handpainted dresser body and in the etched mirror. You must see this to believe how beautiful this is. Dimensions: 42″ Length, 21″ Width(Deep), 35″ high to top of counter, 67″ high to top of mirror. Handmade pottery bolw is 12″ in diamter with large surround. The faucet is American Standard Brushed Brass “Adriana” Model 6024BB. Price is currently $895 US,does not include shipping. At store

This was the highlight of her day

This is the sink which I showed on the websight previously, and labeled it “SOLD”.  It was installed in a very historic home located in Pittstown, New Jersey and was one of the featured items in the home during the “Harvest Home” House Tour.  I can custom design a sink for your home also. I enjoyed working with the home owner in the design of the sink. Thank you Betty for letting the world see how great it looks in your home and speaking to people about the sink during the tour.

SOLD

These amazing pottery sinks are designed and handcrafted by Julia. These bowls have an organic quality not found in any bowls which you can purchase at a home improvement store. This custom sink was built to fit in a particularly small powder room and is shaped to fit in a corner cabinet.  Because I chose to design the bowl by selecting plants which were growing in her own garden, the owner of this sink is thrilled that I was able to capture her surroundings as well as design a vessel which is in keeping with her historic  home.           This is a real show piece.