*** 2025 MOSAIC PUBLIC WORKSHOPS: January 11, February 15, March 15, April 12, May 17, June 14, July 12, July 5 (Christmas in July – wreath & nativity), August 9, September 13, October 11, November 15, December 13 (Dates are subject to change and new workshops like a mosaic birdhouse or tray may be added. Check with Amy to confirm before making your plans.)
All public mosaic workshops are from 9 am – noon.
Sign up for Amy’s weekly newsletter for the most up-to-date schedule or contact her to find out about her upcoming classes. Some classes fill early so make your reservation today!
Join Amy Glass, local mosaic artist, for one of her amazing mosaic workshops in the Far North Dallas area. Amy has been teaching others to make mosaics since 2007 and loves watching people tap into their creative side – regardless of their ability.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
All supplies are provided, and the best part – Amy grouts your mosaic for you! At a workshop, you pick out the base and all the tesserae (broken dishes, tiles, and embellishments). After she gives instructions, you glue the pieces onto the base. After the glue dries, Amy grouts them and has them ready for pick up within a week of the workshop.
SUPPLIES:
- Base – Amy has over 100 different shapes, which she cuts from various types of wood. She loves taking discarded or scrap wood and making it into something beautiful. Each base is unique because she hand cuts each one with a jigsaw. No two bases are alike.
(1) Western – Texas (2 sizes), cowboy boot, cowboy hat, longhorn (2 sizes), Oklahoma, Arkansas, star (2 sizes)
(2) Faith – cross (3 sizes, many different shapes), angels (2 sizes, 4 styles), Star of David, crown
(3) Music – music note, guitar (2 types)
(4) Insects – butterflies (5 styles), ladybug, dragonfly
(5) Birds – parrot, owl (2 styles), hummingbird, partridge, eagle,
cardinal, penguin, flamingo, songbird
(6) Animals – dogs (13 types), cat, elephant, chicken,
pig, dolphin, shark, fish, sea turtle, bunny (2 styles), horse
(7) Hearts – hearts (2 sizes), elongated heart, curved
heart, open heart, double heart
(8) Miscellaneous – teacup, teapot, USA, flag (Texas or USA), house, chess knight, cancer ribbon, star, picture frame, flower, birdhouse, cupcake, pointing finger, anchor
- Glue – Tacky glue is used to glue tesserae onto the wood bases, which are for indoor projects.
- Tesserae – Amy has spent over 15 years collecting and gathering all types of tesserae to create her extensive collection. Her shelf alone has over 1,000 lbs of tesserae, not including embellishments.
(1) Dishes, china, tiles are hand nipped in various sizes and organized by color and pattern. Amy also has stained glass for her guests.
* Primary colors – red, yellow, blue
* Secondary colors – purple, orange, green
* Other colors/mixes – black, white, gray, teal, cream, dark brown, warm mix, bright mix, jewel tones, peach, Fiesta, Blue Willow, fine china, gold mix, turquoise, sea foam green
(2) Embellishments
* Jewelry – costume jewelry, silver charms, watches, pearls
* Glass Gems – clear, colored, frosted, marbles, glass balls, crackled, shaped gems
* Miscellaneous – shells, game pieces, plastic animals, mirrors, rocks, polished rocks, coins, bottle caps, buttons, keys, foreign coins and more
(3) Letters – 10 types of letters for writing names or phrases (including several types of Scrabble)
COST: $45/guest
($35 for alumni)
REGISTRATION: Registration available on this website under the Register tab or you can contact Amy @ 972-746-7002 to start the process. Reservation is confirmed when payment is received. No walk ins.
PAYMENT: All major credit and debit cards (American Express, Discover Card, Mastercard and Visa) are accepted. Contact Amy if you want to pay by cash or check.
WORKSHOP ADDRESS: 7319 Williamswood Drive, Dallas, TX 75252
FOOD AND DRINK: Guests may bring in snacks or drinks but alcohol is not permitted.
CANCELLATION: Life happens and guests can’t always attend a workshop. Please let Amy know if your plans change before the workshop so she can plan accordingly. Although Amy does not offer refunds, guests who contact Amy before the workshop may select art from Amy’s wall in lieu of the workshop. Guests who do not contact Amy will not receive art in lieu of the workshop.
Email Amy to sign up for her weekly newsletter for the most up-to-date schedule. Some classes fill quickly so make your reservation early.
Have questions? Email Amy @ [email protected].
Want to receive the latest information on classes and specials? Email Amy @ [email protected].
Private groups are also available!
You bring your friends and Amy provides the rest.
Want to learn how to grout? Learn tricks and tips through a private grouting session. Amy can teach a one-on-one grouting session with one of the mosaics created in her workshops or kits. Cost: $15
Want some dishes hand-nipped? Amy nips guests dishes brought to a workshop at no charge. Can’t attend a workshop? She can hand-nip 5 pieces of china for you to maximize the amount of usable tesserae. Cost: $15
“We drove from Oklahoma to attend a class here and had an amazing time! Loved our art pieces and our time at Broken By Design Mosaics!"
Carolyn Faircloth
"Amy is so sweet and helpful! We did the crushed glass resin art canvas and had an amazing time! She has eery color of the rainbow! Definitely will be back to do mosaic!"
Amanda Clemons
"This art from Amy Glass is truly incredible! her studio has so many materials that are so organized! She is so experienced and knowledgable with any type of art. She is great with people. Definitely a must if you have the time!"
Tabitha Bratcher
"Amy has a gift for teaching mosaics as well as a passion for helping others. I am not creative at all, but loved learning how to make mosaics from her. I have done several workshops and always have a great time. Amy is a blessing to all who attend her workshops. One of my favorite things is seeing how everyone else does their project - each one unique to the individual."
Angela Baxter
"I love how accessible Amy makes mosaics to anyone at any level of skill. I can't believe how cool my finished products are, and it's because of her attention to detail for her workshop attendees. She definitely goes above and beyond.”
Annie Stahr
“I recently spent time with all of the ladies in my family, doing a private class on crushed glass art. What a wonderful experience! Thank you so much for a lovely afternoon. We will definitely be back!"
MelissaTrotta
"BBD came into my life at a time of personal tragedy. Creating mosaics is great therapy as in taking broken pieces and making something beautiful. My heart’s broken pieces have, over time, come back as one piece forever changed but still full of love. The supportive environment of Amy’s studio is soothing to my soul and is my happy place. A time of reflection and healing. I’m so glad BBD mosaics came into my life and I’ve received much peace and healing from the experience."
Vicki Joswiak