Recycled Satelite Dish

15 years ago

I'm going to put this under the condensation line from one of the a/c units. The plan in that the drips from the a/c will keep enough water in the bowl for the butterflies to enjoy it. The large clear stones are taller and a have some texture so they can enjoy a sip and keep their toes dry.

It's my first attempt at mosaic and it does look like it, but all in all I'm happy with it.

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Comments (14)

marylee_2010
15 years ago
Very nice. I think you did just fine with your mosaic. It is very pretty and I am sure the butterflies will love it. And it will be maintenamce free with the A/C drips. Thank you for sharing. - Marylee
azcactusflower
15 years ago
VERY nice, Lizzardly!! It will make a very nice and colorful addition to your garden area.Looks like an outstanding job for your first try at mosaicing. LOL
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threekittens_ia
15 years ago
I like!
nanatricia
15 years ago
Very cute !!! You can shine it up with some vinegar. You did a great job!!
garden2garden
15 years ago
I think it turned out really nice. Good idea to put it under the drip from the a/c. Will you use the old mount to attach it to the wall or set it on something or just put it on the ground or what? Thanks for sharing.
sunnyca_gw
15 years ago
Like the border around it & the 3 green 1/2 marbles spaced around & the flowers, you did a very nice jog on it. And saved that dish from landfill!! Butterflies should have a great place to get a drink! Jan
concretenprimroses
15 years ago
Very pretty!
Kathy
jeannespines
15 years ago
Looks GOOD to me! Nice recycling! Good for you!!! Jeanne S.
lizzardly
Original Author
15 years ago
Thank you all. I'm starting to come down with what my kids are getting over- isn't that always the way?

Your kindness and encouragement put a much needed smile on my face this morning.
Marlene Kindred
15 years ago
Great job! Love the colors and the design! And the butterflies will be very happy I'll bet!
Purplemoon
15 years ago
That is wonderful. You did a super job on the design.
Sorry you are coming down sick, I hope you get better real soon.

hugs, Karen
chelcass
15 years ago
Great job! I Love the colors, just right. I have two of those dishes, just need to get going.
calicocat1967
15 years ago
Very pretty, love the colors. Excellent idea.

Kim
luna_llena_feliz
15 years ago
Normally I don't like white grout but it looks very pretty on your butterfly dish! I think your half marbles and squiggles will look very pretty in the sun. And great idea putting it under the a/c drip! I'm sure the butterflies will thank you.

To clean off the glass pieces, I take the scotch pads you use for washing dishes and just scour the grout off the glass pieces. It will take a little elbow grease but you'll be surprised at how shinier the glass will be. You might want to seal your grout too so it doesn't get dirty.

You did a great job! Keep those great ideas coming!