Ever finished a mosaic only to wonder Did I choose the right grout color? You're not alone. Grout can dramatically change the look of your work—highlighting details, unifying color schemes, or, sometimes, muting a vibrant design. But there's a simple way to preview your options before you commit: dry grout testing. The Dry Grout Test Once your adhesive has fully dried, you can sprinkle dry grout over a section of your piece, gently sweeping it into the gaps with a soft brush.

Every artist’s story has a beginning. Mine? It started with a pair of nippers from a big-box home store, some scraps of glass (thanks to...

I'm Barbara Henderson, the mosaic artist and instructor behind Henderson Arts, and I'm thrilled to invite you on a joyful journey of...