Learn how to make beautiful mosaic flower pots using broken china or pre-cut tiles. This is a great way to add your own style to your outdoor decor and repurpose salvaged items.
Optional: Apply clay pot sealer inside and outside of the terracotta pot. Allow to dry overnight.
Cut plate or tile pieces (if needed) using tile nippers. Always wear protective safety goggles and gloves when cutting tile. You can cover the plate with a towel or place it in a plastic bag to help prevent pieces from flying when cutting.
Apply tile adhesive to the tiles or flower pot directly, creating any mosaic pattern you like. The spaces in between will be filled with grout. Allow to dry 5-6 hours or per the manufacturer's instructions.
Apply the tile grout in between the spaces on the flower pot. It's easiest to use nitrile gloves for easy application and smoothing.
Allow the grout to dry 15-30 minutes before wiping away the excess to reveal the tiles. You can use a sponge or wet towel for this purpose. Then, allow the grout to set for 24 hours or per the manufacturer's guidelines.
Buff the flower pot with a damp cloth. If desired, you can further protect the flower pot with a mosaic grout sealer.
Notes
Always use appropriate safety goggles and gloves when cutting tile. Adult supervision is required.