TheMosaicButterfly

Mosaics from Broken China EcoFriendly RePurposed

Springdale, Arkansas 493 Sales On Etsy since 2008

5 out of 5 stars (139)

TheMosaicButterfly

Mosaics from Broken China EcoFriendly RePurposed

Springdale, Arkansas | 493 Sales

5 out of 5 stars (139)

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Vanessa Ryerse

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Vanessa Ryerse

Announcement    Custom orders are currently limited due to maximum volume of orders. I will open custom orders again after labor day for custom stepping stones and mailboxes.

I LOVE old dishes! This is how I "gather up the fragments" into one-of-a-kind mosaic works of art. I'm also amused by using bits of old paper, thrift store prints, antique sewing notions and sea-shells.

Visit my older establishment - TheClassicButterfly.etsy.com to see my curated shop of vintage treasures.

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Last updated on Jul 30, 2019

Custom orders are currently limited due to maximum volume of orders. I will open custom orders again after labor day for custom stepping stones and mailboxes.

I LOVE old dishes! This is how I "gather up the fragments" into one-of-a-kind mosaic works of art. I'm also amused by using bits of old paper, thrift store prints, antique sewing notions and sea-shells.

Visit my older establishment - TheClassicButterfly.etsy.com to see my curated shop of vintage treasures.

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I love seeing photos of custom orders in their new homes. I hope this memorial stone brings joy and comfort for years to come.

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    • Laying out a large design
    • one of my tools for hand-cutting each piece
    • my favorite pieces to work with
    • grouting is messy work
    • custom work from special china

    DON'T THROW THAT BROKEN DISH AWAY!

    I'm genetically wired to love old dishes, I think. They say my Great Grandma went to auctions and bought partial sets of dishes thinking she would find the rest later. I started buying antiques in the fifth grade. It was no surprise when I became a vintage seller online more than a decade ago. But I was always so sad when an old dish with a full and interesting life was unwanted just because it was chipped or stained.

    When my wise husband bought me a pair of tile nippers for Mother's Day one year (he knows me SO well!) I began my adventure with mosaics made from broken china. This craft is officially called picassiette, but you probably find it most often by searching for "broken china mosaics." I've always been creative, but no craft had my full attention until I started cutting up plates, cups, saucers and creating new things from the pieces.

    My mother's gift for quilting informed my use of color and pattern, and my years of studying antiques gives my work a harmony of era. Practical and a bit stubborn, I'm much more challenged by using old surfaces like old furniture, silver trays and old frames as a starting point than a predictable store-bought substrate. That means each piece I make is one of a kind and has a story all its own. After 5 years of practice, I feel like I really know my materials and my craft and I'm excited to share it with you.

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    • Vanessa Ryerse

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      I LOVE old dishes. I have practiced the art of making mosaics from old dishes for many years. I hand-cut each piece and arrange them in one of kind designs and I enjoy the challenge of using the imperfect to make something new and beautiful.

    Shop policies

    Last updated on November 16, 2011
    I am a conscientious seller who will always be harder on myself than you are. I consistently provide:
    quick communication for your questions and concerns
    honestly described items
    lightening fast shipping
    environmentally sensitive packing (recycled, reused and no extra paper)
    water-proof wrapping
    tracking numbers

    I am human, but I will try to be super-human for you.

    Accepted payment methods

    Accepts Etsy Gift Cards and Etsy Credits
    • Money Order
    Returns and exchanges
    Ideally, every transaction will go smoothly, but realistically problems do happen. Always convo me if something goes wrong so I can make it right if possible. I rarely have losses or breakages and will work out situations on a case by case basis to your satisfaction. Always convo me before leaving feedback.

    If the item does not fit, isn't what you imagined, or you just plain change your mind, you are responsible for the cost of return shipping, so be sure to check measurements carefully BEFORE purchasing. No refund is available on an item that is returned to me damaged.

    Returns must be set up within ONE WEEK of your receiving your item. I cannot refund after this time frame since by then, I have used the money to buy gas and groceries, so be sure to check your packages promptly and convo immediately about any problems.
    Payment
    I prefer immediate Paypal but can also accept money orders in the US only.

    I will accept layaway payments and arrange reservations. Please inquire.

    I reserve the right to cancel a reserve after five days with no communication.
    Shipping
    Most items are shipped via United States Postal System via Priority Mail

    Parcel Post and First Class is available on large and international orders.

    Tracking info available upon request
    Shipping overages on orders of TWO or more items are refunded. (It's is usually a shipping bargain to buy more than one item!) Shipping cost covers both shipping and handling.

    I pay any shipping costs that exceed my stated price.

    Insurance is available on US shipments upon request and is automatically added to items over 50 dollars in value in the US (orders that total 50 dollars or more, not the combination of item and shipping).

    Insurance is not available on international orders.
    Additional policies and FAQs
    Other questions:
    Can you adjust the shipping for my country? Yes

    Can you provide other pictures or measurements? Yes

    Can I request a different shipping method (ie. expedited, first class, etc.)? Yes, but some handling charges may apply.