Cobblestones Tiles Brights Mosaic Coasters Free Project Guide

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<p><strong>Materials and Tools</strong><br /> 4 - 4&rdquo; MDF Square Coaster Bases<br /> Jennifer&rsquo;s Mosaics White Grout<br /> Cobblestones Tiles - Brights<br /> Mosaic Adhesive &ndash; Weldbondor E6000<br /> Pencil and paper<br /> Disposable cup or bowl<br /> Disposable spoon<br /> Paper towel or sponge<br /> &nbsp;<br /> <strong>Instructions</strong><br /> 1. Cover your work area with newspaper or kraft paper. Place the coaster bases on a piece of scrap paper. Trace around it to create a template.<br /> 2. Using the image as a guide, layout the tiles, leave 1/8&rdquo; space from the edge and between each tile.<br /> 3. When you are satisfied with your designs, spread adhesive over one coaster.<br /> 4. Next, place each piece onto the base. Place tiles, starting with two adjacent sides, this way you can ensure the tiles fit nicely width and height wise. Be sure to leave 1/8&rdquo; space from the edge and between tiles. Continue filling the coaster until it is complete and repeat with additional coasters.<br /> 5. Allow glue to dry according to manufacturer&rsquo;s instructions before moving on to the next step.<br /> 6. Mix about 2 tablespoons of water with 1/2 cup grout in a disposable cup or bowl and mix thoroughly to achieve the consistency of peanut butter. If needed, add more water a teaspoon at a time.<br /> 7. Wearing a glove, spread the grout over the tile, filling in all of the crevices.<br /> 8. Wait 5-10 minutes and wipe away the haze with a damp paper towel.<br /> 9. Allow grout to dry overnight, buff tile with a soft cloth.<br /> &nbsp;</p>