We’ve had a smashing time this week, making mosaic mirrors with a small group of students. First they chose tile colours, then carefully broke the tiles and fitted each piece on the mirror frame. Once everything was glued and grouted, a quick polish really made the colours pop.

Each mirror is one of a kind. We got hands-on, learned new skills and had plenty of laughs along the way. Thanks to everyone who joined in and brought these pieces to life.

Mosaic art goes back over 5,000 years to ancient Mesopotamia and was later adopted by the Romans in their villas. By the Byzantine era it had moved onto church walls and domes, including the famous mosaics in Hagia Sophia that still shine today. Making a mosaic mirror teaches you to plan a pattern, measure and cut tiles precisely, handle grout without smudges and work with patience and a steady hand.