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  • Easy Mosaics
  • From "Scrapbooking"
    episode SCB-260
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    Creating a photo mosaic is easier than you might think. All you need are a few of the tools available today. For best results, select photos with the same brightness and colors.

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    Figure A

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    Figure B

    Designer Tami Potter easily creates a mosaic page with the look of a stained glass window. The secret to her success? A special mat and grid paper.

    Materials:

    Mat with 1/8" grid
    Repositionable adhesive
    Craft knife
    Ruler with cork backing
    Mosaic Moments? grid paper
    7-10 photographs with similar lighting

    1. Begin trimming the photos by positioning on the grid mat, then use the ruler and craft knife to cut each photo (figure A) into 1" squares. Tip: For easier positioning and cutting, apply a few lines of repositionable adhesive on the back of each photo before cutting.

    2. Next, transfer each photograph square onto the grid paper (figure B). Arrange and adhere as desired.

    Die-cuts/templates provided by Ellison Craft & Design. For more information about Ellison, see Resources.

    Click here for DIY's Scrapbooking Glossary.


    RESOURCES :

    Die-Cuts and Templates (Ellison Craft & Design)
    Cropping and cutting system are not available
    Ellison
    Website: www.ellison.com

    Creative Photo Cropping for Scrapbooks: Steps for Turning Your Photos into Works of Art
    Author: The Editor of Memory Makers Magazine
    North Light Books (F & W Publications)
    Website: www.fwpublications.com

    Mosaic Moment Mat™ and Grid Paper
    Wish in the Wind
    Williamsburg, VA 23188
    Phone: 757-564-6400
    Fax: 757-564-6322
    Website: www.wishinthewind.com


    GUESTS :
    Tami Potter
    3356 Ironbound Rd.
    Williamsburg, VA 23188
    Phone: 757-564-6400
    Fax: 757-564-6322
    Website: www.wishinthewind.com
    Wish in the Wind

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