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Jerusalem Pots

18 years ago

Hey, ya'll. Bought a big ole' bucket of tiles "Made in Israel" in Hobby Lobby a couple of months ago. Big Mistake!! So, made this to use them up! Named it "Jerusalem Pots". The base is a pinkish terra cotta paver that I got at Lowe's. I'm not going to grout it because I glued the tiles so close to use them all up. I know it's rather simple and childlike. And, by no means is as sophisticated as all the other mosaic pieces posted here, but I actually do like the Matt finish on the tiles. There's very soft and remind me of chalk. I'll probably have to put it in a covered area. I am; however, going to seal it. DH says it looks like a tombstone or headstone! LOL But,... I like it- and... I DID IT ALL BY MYSELF!!! Not sure what to put in the little pots yet. May make 2 small gazing balls.

Jeanette from Mississippi

Here is a link that might be useful: Jerusalem Pots

Comments (12)

  • 18 years ago

    I think it's festive and fun. I love the soft colors to the tiles and your idea of putting gazing balls onto the pots. Even more color to enjoy!

  • 18 years ago

    Very colorful...I like the chalk-like look of it!
    Gazing balls will look really nice in those pots! Good job!

  • 18 years ago

    Um... where's the mistake? I think the tiles are GORGEOUS! Love the pastel colors. And love what you made with them. And you're right, they don't need grouting. I think you found a great item and used it beautifully.

    Hey, if ya don't want the rest of the tiles I'll gladly take them off you hands! ;-)

  • 18 years ago

    I've seen those tiles... I sure like what you did with them! It's fun to try different things!!!
    Couldn't help but look at other things in your album, Kitty. What a cute turtle you mosaicked!
    AND.... were did you find those
    gorgeous,
    HUGE,
    blue stones???
    The color is wonderful!

    Here is a link that might be useful: Link to Kitty's turtle and great blue stones!

  • 18 years ago

    I have the same tiles! I think they are really good for kids because they are easy to cut and don't have shards, but I think you are right, they are not for outside. You did a great job using them up.

  • 18 years ago

    Jeannette, I think those tiles are great. The colors and chalk like look are really cool. What is wrong with them?? Is it just cuz you can't use them outside, or do the break where and when you don't want them.??

    Anyway, like the others said, you did good and keep t hem coming.

    I like you turtle and other items too. You've been a very busy girl!!

  • 18 years ago

    Those tiles remind me of Valentine conversation hearts. LOL I think the pots are cute.

    I am learning something new every day. Why can't you use them outside if you seal it?

  • 18 years ago

    pretty!!!PJ

  • 18 years ago

    mmmmValentines conversation hearts...no wonder why I instantly liked them!lol! Very cute projects, and I really like the turtle and the big blue globs!!! Yes Yes! Where did you get those puppies??!!!

  • 18 years ago

    Calamity_j, got the blobs in a combination import market/ dollar store in Tupelo. Unfortunately, I noticed a couple of weeks ago that it had gone out of business. I don't remember the name of it. They are actually made of glass. I also found some that were orange and black.
    Jeanette

  • 18 years ago

    LOL, youhad me wondering what Jerusalem Pots were! I bought some of those once as well. I don't remember what I used them on...a bowling ball most likely. After I sealed them, I liked them a lot better.

    Be Safe, Rach

  • 18 years ago

    Oh, I missed this one. Cute idea, and you did well. I've used those tiles on a couple of my mosaics. They're very porous, and it's a tad tedious taking the grout off them, but as CHICKEN says, they're better looking sealed. I'm still wondering what the content of those tiles are. You can cut them w/sissors.

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