How to reuse broken china to make lovely decor
It’s awful hearing the sound of your favourite plate or cup smashing on the floor, but don’t despair. Instead of tossing them in the bin, repurpose them into unique mosaics that can add a touch of personalised glamour to your home.
Watering can
Use a classic pattern to create a fun mosaic watering can that can work as a vase on your windowsill.
Bedside table
To add a splash of colour to a small table, create a mosaic top using an appropriate colour for your bedroom. It really works well next to the plain dark wood.
Birdbath
Turn a plain birdbath into a centerpiece by choosing a flower pattern for your mosaic. Use white grout to hold your design in place.
Planter box
If you’ve got a jug or pot with a broken handle or rim, use it as a planter box in your garden instead.
House number
For a unique way to signpost your house number, use an antique platter as the base for your design. Simple use a hot glue gun to stencil on the numbers.
Cake stand
A way to make the most of unused (not broken) china is to turn it into a tiered cake stand. Perfect for holding cakes and sweets, this is sure to be a talking point.
Flower Pot
Grab some tile adhesive to stick your broken china onto a plain flower pot. Choose colourful or flower-themed pieces to work with your garden.
Flower vases
A beer or wine bottle can be turned into a simple mosaic vase to complement your home decor.
Photo sources: PracticalPages, TheMosaicButterfly, L'Von Qualls & 2ndTimeAroundMosaics
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Reinvent your home with just a bucket of dye and oodles of imagination