Next comes the grouting, this is a lot of fun but it can be messy.  Have supplies ready and prepared for the grouting process.  This is best to do outside and it is a must to wear disposable gloves.  The grout will pull the moisture out of your skin causing painful dry cracked hands.

Scoop about a cup of grout in a disposable container and add a small amount of water at a time.  Using your gloved hands mix to the consistency of uncooked cornbread.  Be sure to mix well in the bottom of the container.  This is why it is better to only mix a couple of scoops at a time.  If you have too much water, add more grout and if mixture is too dry add more water.  Then just plop a handful over your entire project.

Spread the grout all over your project pushing the grout in-between the mosaic pieces. It may take more than one handful of grout.  Wipe off excess grout with paper towels.  If grout becomes to dry and hard to rub off just lightly mist project with water bottle, let dry for about 10 minutes.  Gently brush off grout dust with large paint brush.  Project will begin to haze as it dries then buff with dry rag.  Off and on for the next 24 hours spray your project with a water mist bottle.  This will help prevent the grout from drying out too fast and cracking.

STEP 4

After 24 hours your project should be completely dry, and then you can use the glue cleaner to remove any excess glue. If you used recycle glass this is a good time to file off any sharp edges with an emery board. After the grout has dried for 24 hours you can add a grout sealant to your project.  Pour a small amount of sealant in a disposable container and apply two coats with a paint brush covering the entire project.  Immediately wipe the entire project dry with a cotton cloth.  Be sure to thoroughly buff and dry your mosaic pieces to prevent build up, and then clean your project with a glass cleaner. Paint any areas of pottery that may be necessary and your ready to show off your talents.