Thank you for sharing this tutorial with others. Having taught art techniques to others it is critical to always remember to instruct everyone to wear safety glasses when cutting any glass, tile, stone, mirror etc. Please consider wearing safety glasses when you make videos that people watch as tutorials.
Thanks for the info I gathered some broken ceramics from our local dollar tree ‘garbage’ accidentally and at first thought to perhaps reassemble some of it but realized I was missing too many pieces and that it would not look very presentable if I did. My immediate second thought was to just collect up all the broken pieces from the box it was in and just take it home and save it up to make some kind of mosaic. I’ve never made anything like that but have always wanted too. Your videos gave me A real focus on how to go about it all. I am going to approach the store manager to see if they will save the broken ceramic or glass in a pail or box and I will regularly come by and pick it up ( buy it if they prefer) to ensure #1 that it doesn’t end up in our landfill, and #2 it can be recycled by me or I can start a group for seniors to create beautiful things and give them activities / programs to do that are not extremely expensive to run. I thoroughly enjoyed watching you break apart that plate. It made my stomach tense up initially; but then a sense of wonder came over me as you continued to take pieces off the plate ruminants.i really see my three baskets of scrap ceramics and glass sitting amongst others I need to organize as Prime Materials I now know what to do with immediately re storage as I know what will be done with it. Thanks again and I look forward to all your videos!🙏😊🥽🧤♻️😖🌹🌼🌸🌺🔨🌅
Have you ever thought of gluing a marble under the clay pot because the bottom row gets all mucky and black after sitting in the clay saucer or use a flat plate with a small rim
I actually prefer to use Montolit wheeled nippers for plate cutting now. The "Side biter nippers are the other nippers on the table in this video and although they do work, they are not my first choice. I have another video that demonstrates how to use them--How to Cut Tesserae with wheeled nippers: Leponitts, Montolits and More! Thanks for your question!
Nice video...tho' I'm surprised you aren't recommending safety glasses...unless it comes in later in the video. Also, a glass cutting wheel helps to 'score' the glass, and seems to move the break in that direction...kinda cool for curved pieces. :-)
Thanks, this is about the only vid on how to use tile nippers. All the others about using the wheeled nippers. Once I get to grips with using one, I might also upload a vid.
I came back to this video after trying some mosaics myself. Funny that these days China and plates, you can't sell them - even if they are antiques...so they ARE going the way of Mosaics! hahaha
Hi Shelley, That’s a great question! It’s not possible to get “perfect” circles. It is possible to use nippers to cut circular and roundish shapes or a ring saw which I have a tutorial on as well. A ring saw will give a smoother edge and you a smoother edge and more regular circle shapes. With the nippers you just can start with an angular type piece and round off the edges. Hope this is helpful. This may be a good idea for another video!
Karen, you mentioned in one of your videos that you couldn't use the ring saw for ceramics. I found this out the hard way but I have ordered a mega blade for the ring saw which says it can be used with ceramics and porcelain - just wondered if you had tried this and what you thought? Love your videos. Thanks for sharing!
what kind of a tool is that? and do they sell those at Lowes?? also did you know what kind of wet grinder I can use to smooth out the edges to make pendants?
Hi Cathy-Yes this is an older video so as far as the difference between the nippers I’m using here-The side biting nippers are sometimes easier to cut thicker plates with, however, I now use some wheeled nippers as well-Montolits which are able to be used on thicker plates also. They are angled wheeled nippers and a bit pricey compared to the side biting nippers but may provide more precise cutting in my experience.
The better strong nippers are great, if you use smaller ones, your thumbs get sore after awhile!! Some plates are alot harder to cut, older plates cut so much easier compared to say, microwave safe plates, you'll see what I mean after cutting awhile!
Yes. The most effective way is to use a bandsaw. Second way is doable but not as easily controlled--Using nippers you would circle around the plate nipping on the outside first gradually going closer to the center. You have to position the nippers away from the center as you do this. This would take some trial and error. Depending on the direction of the nippers you still could accidentally cut across the middle portion of the plate. Hope this is helpful.
i once got a glass shard in my eye when doing mosaics at school as a teenager. Luckily i was fine, but did the teachers quickly realised that they should probably provide safety goggles from that day forward....
You can also get the nippers and roller nippers at Michael's crafts. And many weeks they have a 40% off coupon that you can download from their website to your cellphone, and can be used at checkout.
This was like watching cloverfield. camera with the zooming in and out, no need. There are no prizes for youtube cinematography,, honestly it was like being on a rollercoaster. but the information was good. Camera person if your bored don't zoom in play on your phone or something.
I really enjoy your videos! Along with that being said, I cringed when I saw you didn’t use safety gloves nor safety glasses.😔 You seem to be a natural teacher so please don’t think I am being critical just concerned.
I was devastated to see a beautiful undamaged plate used to create jewelry when there are so many broken or imperfect pieces available. I have customers who look for single replacement pieces for heirlooms or to finish a collection. The problem is, when you purposefully break a vintage or antique China piece, it's gone forever. Vintage and antique items are so precious in this world and to destroy them is such a shame. I have so many imperfect pieces of china in gorgeous patterns that will be listed in my store soon and they will be advertised for broken china jewelry or mosaic crafts but I can't imagine breaking something so precious and perfect. Please reconsider using already imperfect or damaged china to do projects.
Deja vu Vintiques - Get over it,and quit complaining ! The lady is is only doing her thing.The plate had a good life, and was lucky to end up on a Mosaic Art piece . instead of on some boring shelf with old sad China .
right....killing history...not only totally unsafe but reckless with beautiful china. If you are ever on here again, message me as I have many extras that I buy, some are good which I keep and others are chipped or damaged and get chopped up for incorporation into art. But I have a plates if you ever are in need of something and I am not trying to retire selling plates. I get them for a couple of bucks for a stack at yard sales. Just recently got some Block Transition. I can't even put the chipped ones in the art pile...
These are the most awkward nippers to use and are not nessesary for cutting china plates or cups IMO. Many people find that two wheeled tile and glass cutters are easier. .Also a glass scorer and a pair of running pliers are a great asset to get the shapes you require...I am AMAZAED that you are not wearing safety gear!!!! Dust and shards can be very dangerous people!
Sure, because if you get a china sliver in your eye, you still have one left. Right? I'll just assume you're joking. Any eye protection is better than none, even your Minion goggles are ok. Goggles. Who thought up that word? It's silly.
She takes her time and explains the process in an understandable manner - You may find it slow but as a retired art teacher I appreciate that she does not rush the project and does not try to cover too much in one lesson - Her relaxed approach removes a lot if the fear beginners may have and will encourage them to try something new - I agree, she should wear gloves and glasses
Thank you for sharing this tutorial with others. Having taught art techniques to others it is critical to always remember to instruct everyone to wear safety glasses when cutting any glass, tile, stone, mirror etc. Please consider wearing safety glasses when you make videos that people watch as tutorials.
Thank you so much for doing a talking video instead of playing music the whole thing. Nice job very helpful
I appreciate this reminder. I do usually wear glasses when I'm working on various projects and will remind people to do this in future videos!
Thanks for the info I gathered some broken ceramics from our local dollar tree ‘garbage’ accidentally and at first thought to perhaps reassemble some of it but realized I was missing too many pieces and that it would not look very presentable if I did. My immediate second thought was to just collect up all the broken pieces from the box it was in and just take it home and save it up to make some kind of mosaic. I’ve never made anything like that but have always wanted too. Your videos gave me A real focus on how to go about it all. I am going to approach the store manager to see if they will save the broken ceramic or glass in a pail or box and I will regularly come by and pick it up ( buy it if they prefer) to ensure #1 that it doesn’t end up in our landfill, and #2 it can be recycled by me or I can start a group for seniors to create beautiful things and give them activities / programs to do that are not extremely expensive to run. I thoroughly enjoyed watching you break apart that plate. It made my stomach tense up initially; but then a sense of wonder came over me as you continued to take pieces off the plate ruminants.i really see my three baskets of scrap ceramics and glass sitting amongst others I need to organize as Prime Materials I now know what to do with immediately re storage as I know what will be done with it. Thanks again and I look forward to all your videos!🙏😊🥽🧤♻️😖🌹🌼🌸🌺🔨🌅
Have you ever thought of gluing a marble under the clay pot because the bottom row gets all mucky and black after sitting in the clay saucer or use a flat plate with a small rim
I actually prefer to use Montolit wheeled nippers for plate cutting now. The "Side biter nippers are the other nippers on the table in this video and although they do work, they are not my first choice. I have another video that demonstrates how to use them--How to Cut Tesserae with wheeled nippers: Leponitts, Montolits and More! Thanks for your question!
Thank you for Sharing. It has been very helpful.
Nice video...tho' I'm surprised you aren't recommending safety glasses...unless it comes in later in the video. Also, a glass cutting wheel helps to 'score' the glass, and seems to move the break in that direction...kinda cool for curved pieces. :-)
Thank you, your hands are awesome
Great tutorial. Now I want to hit the thrift store.
I glued marbles under my pots so the bottom row doesn’t get all mucky and black from getting wet from the clay pot tray or just use a plate
Thanks, this is about the only vid on how to use tile nippers. All the others about using the wheeled nippers. Once I get to grips with using one, I might also upload a vid.
I came back to this video after trying some mosaics myself. Funny that these days China and plates, you can't sell them - even if they are antiques...so they ARE going the way of Mosaics! hahaha
Hi Shelley,
That’s a great question! It’s not possible to get “perfect” circles. It is possible to use
nippers to cut circular and roundish shapes or a ring saw which I have a tutorial on as well. A ring saw will give a smoother edge and
you a smoother edge and more regular circle shapes. With the nippers you just can start with an angular type piece and round off the edges. Hope this is helpful. This may be a good idea for another video!
Thanks for sharing 😃
Karen, you mentioned in one of your videos that you couldn't use the ring saw for ceramics. I found this out the hard way but I have ordered a mega blade for the ring saw which says it can be used with ceramics and porcelain - just wondered if you had tried this and what you thought? Love your videos. Thanks for sharing!
What's the difference between the three nippers you have on your table?
What kind of glue do you use to adhere to the clay pot? And can you use the same mosaics/glue for a plastic pot?
What type of adhesive do you use for outdoor mosaics projects? Thanks
Have you ever thought about using a Dremel diamond disc to cut through the plate?
Thanks! You need to have an electric water saw to cut a teacup in half. I will
work on a tutorial for that as well!
I want to do this to a serving tray. I am going to make a mosaic serving tray for my future dtr in law to give her as a Christmas gift.
What kind of nippers was that it looked curved mine are flat .thank you
I have learned a lot I am from PR which is the best glue for placing ceramic in wood and pottery pot that I can hind at Home Depot
Maravilha!!!!!
Ok good process
what kind of a tool is that? and do they sell those at Lowes?? also did you know what kind of wet grinder I can use to smooth out the edges to make pendants?
Maria V chieago
But how do you cut the center and keep it intact?
Hi Karen...I know this is an older video, but can you tell me just what is the difference between the nippers you used and the wheeled nippers. TY
Hi Cathy-Yes this is an older video so as far as the difference between the nippers I’m using here-The side biting nippers are sometimes easier to cut thicker plates with, however, I now use some wheeled nippers as well-Montolits which are able to be used on thicker plates also. They are angled wheeled nippers and a bit pricey compared to the side biting nippers but may provide more precise cutting in my experience.
Hi, what's the best way to clean up the grout tools if you shouldn't wash grout down the drain?
Fill a plastic tub with water to clean and rinse… then pour the water on the ground outside.
The better strong nippers are great, if you use smaller ones, your thumbs get sore after awhile!! Some plates are alot harder to cut, older plates cut so much easier compared to say, microwave safe plates, you'll see what I mean after cutting awhile!
what is that growing...in the back ground?
Can you send me the video link to making a mosaic flower pot
This was very helpful. Goggles, yes, though! Lol
Is there a way to cut the plate so the design in the middle stays as one piece uncracked?
Yes. The most effective way is to use a bandsaw. Second way is doable but not as easily controlled--Using nippers you would circle around the plate nipping on the outside first gradually going closer to the center. You have to position the nippers away from the center as you do this. This would take some trial and error. Depending on the direction of the nippers you still could accidentally cut across the middle portion of the plate. Hope this is helpful.
i once got a glass shard in my eye when doing mosaics at school as a teenager. Luckily i was fine, but did the teachers quickly realised that they should probably provide safety goggles from that day forward....
You can also get the nippers and roller nippers at Michael's crafts. And many weeks they have a 40% off coupon that you can download from their website to your cellphone, and can be used at checkout.
This was like watching cloverfield. camera with the zooming in and out, no need. There are no prizes for youtube cinematography,, honestly it was like being on a rollercoaster. but the information was good.
Camera person if your bored don't zoom in play on your phone or something.
You need eye protection. Great work
Tip for advanced mosaic artists; when freely nipping workpiece, turn head with remaining good eye away from work. ☺
I really enjoy your videos! Along with that being said, I cringed when I saw you didn’t use safety gloves nor safety glasses.😔 You seem to be a natural teacher so please don’t think I am being critical just concerned.
Phew - great information but I'm dizzy with the whizzing about camera!
I was devastated to see a beautiful undamaged plate used to create jewelry when there are so many broken or imperfect pieces available. I have customers who look for single replacement pieces for heirlooms or to finish a collection. The problem is, when you purposefully break a vintage or antique China piece, it's gone forever. Vintage and antique items are so precious in this world and to destroy them is such a shame. I have so many imperfect pieces of china in gorgeous patterns that will be listed in my store soon and they will be advertised for broken china jewelry or mosaic crafts but I can't imagine breaking something so precious and perfect. Please reconsider using already imperfect or damaged china to do projects.
Deja vu Vintiques - Get over it,and quit complaining ! The lady is is only doing her thing.The plate had a good life, and was lucky to end up on a Mosaic Art piece . instead of on some boring shelf with old sad China .
right....killing history...not only totally unsafe but reckless with beautiful china. If you are ever on here again, message me as I have many extras that I buy, some are good which I keep and others are chipped or damaged and get chopped up for incorporation into art. But I have a plates if you ever are in need of something and I am not trying to retire selling plates. I get them for a couple of bucks for a stack at yard sales. Just recently got some Block Transition. I can't even put the chipped ones in the art pile...
Shelley W I can't find any broken china. It is very frustrating here in Brisbane Australia
Hi Shelley, Where are you located? I wish to buy some of your chipped china.. Thanks, Teena
Where are your glasses and gloves?
I loved your instruction video but it was hard to watch because of the camera movement. Nauseous!
I see your eyewash protection is on the table. Those shards can fly quickly. Be more careful
These are the most awkward nippers to use and are not nessesary for cutting china plates or cups IMO. Many people find that two wheeled tile and glass cutters are easier. .Also a glass scorer and a pair of running pliers are a great asset to get the shapes you require...I am AMAZAED that you are not wearing safety gear!!!! Dust and shards can be very dangerous people!
Aren't goggles a good idea?
gloves....wow so unsafe
how do you cut a ceramic coffee cup? Or do you? Hee hee!!
always wear safety goggles 安全護目鏡
Mosaik
You should be wearing goggles! Safely comes first with mosaic art and cutting plates - tiles -anything!
You should wear safety goggles.
@Boz M: Safety goggles are for sissies.
Sure, because if you get a china sliver in your eye, you still have one left. Right? I'll just assume you're joking. Any eye protection is better than none, even your Minion goggles are ok. Goggles. Who thought up that word? It's silly.
CuzKatieSaysSo "because if you get a china sliver in your eye, you still have one left."
lol
You'll shoot your eye out!
YES XO WHERE ARE YOUR SAFETY GOGGLES?.. PLEASE FOLKS PROTECT YOUR EYES
or you can use a hammer to smash it
Talk too slow
She takes her time and explains the process in an understandable manner - You may find it slow but as a retired art teacher I appreciate that she does not rush the project and does not try to cover too much in one lesson - Her relaxed approach removes a lot if the fear beginners may have and will encourage them to try something new - I agree, she should wear gloves and glasses
Please get a better camera person….makes me sick to watch…thankyou…tooo much moving around!!!😊