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Worm0703
Terre Haute, IN
September 14, 2009
02:18 PM Post #7063401
| This is my first stepping stone that I have attempted. I liked it before I grouted it, but now I HATE it. I took me forever to make and I am really disappointed now. I dont really want to just throw it out but I dont really want to give it to my grandma, who I made it for, looking like this. I didnt finish grouting it cause I was just getting more mad that longer that I looked at it. So, I guess my question is...can this be saved or should I just give up on it and move on? 
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rose318
Houston, TX
September 14, 2009
04:22 PM Post #7063898
| Are you kidding? It's beautiful , and your Grandmother will love it. Keep going and grout it.
Patti |
digger9083
Dahlonega, GA
September 14, 2009
09:32 PM Post #7065030
| What's to hate ? I wouldn't mind being your grandma , with a treasure like that . FINISH it !If I had one like that , I'd be so proud. |
Worm0703
Terre Haute, IN
September 14, 2009
10:39 PM Post #7065328
| Thanks guys. I guess I really should finish it. I just liked it so much more without the grout. Before, the wings didnt look like they blended together. Maybe I should have chosen a different view of the butterfly, now I know for the future. This is only my second mosaic so I'm still learning. Thanks for the encouragment! |
imapigeon
Gilroy (Sunset Z14), CA
(Zone 9a)
September 14, 2009
10:47 PM Post #7065351
| What's not to like??? I think it's wonderful, and your grandma will be thrilled that you made it for her! If she isn't, you can send it to me---LOL! |
digger9083
Dahlonega, GA
September 15, 2009
09:33 AM Post #7066408
| I think I see what your talking about . It looks lacy and delicate to me , but a darker grout would have defined the wings more . It's beautiful as is . digger |
Fish_knees
Phoenix, AZ
September 15, 2009
11:41 AM Post #7066895
| Yup, love it ♥ |
ridesredmule
Barnesville, GA
(Zone 8b)
September 15, 2009
01:40 PM Post #7067297
| It is a beautiful stepping stone. There is nothing wrong with it. You have to keep trying
until you get something you like. i sure would like to be your Grandma. That took a lot of
work. Please don't scrap it. |
digger9083
Dahlonega, GA
September 15, 2009
08:17 PM Post #7068567
| Naw , you gotta finish it and give it to her . That was made with love , and another wouldn't be the same . It suits the others , who do this all the time and if they say it's fine , then it's fine . digger |
Mazda1994
Oklahoma City, OK
September 15, 2009
08:20 PM Post #7068578
| I think it looks great! |
digger9083
Dahlonega, GA
September 15, 2009
08:40 PM Post #7068626
| See ? |
Worm0703
Terre Haute, IN
September 15, 2009
11:05 PM Post #7069123
| Yes, I do see. Thank you all! Maybe I will post a pics when I get it finished:) |
the1pony
Pony in Lakewood, WA
(Zone 8a)
September 16, 2009
12:52 AM Post #7069366
| I think it's pretty as-is, but if you want the grout darker, you could stain it. |
digger9083
Dahlonega, GA
September 16, 2009
08:32 AM Post #7069801
| What do you mean , maybe you'll post pictures ? we need to see pictures so we can enjoy too !! . Be great to see a pic of grandma when she sees it . digger |
ridesredmule
Barnesville, GA
(Zone 8b)
September 16, 2009
08:45 AM Post #7069841
| I know that's right. She'll be grinning from ear to ear. |
Blucile
Hartsville, SC
September 21, 2009
08:34 AM Post #7086955
| Please...I hope by now you have finished it, I do mosaics and I like it. |
digger9083
Dahlonega, GA
September 21, 2009
09:47 AM Post #7087175
| Well , where are the pictures ? Come on , don't tease us . digger |
Worm0703
Terre Haute, IN
September 26, 2009
06:47 PM Post #7107401
| To be honest, I havent touched it since. But I'm going to, I promise! |
digger9083
Dahlonega, GA
September 27, 2009
04:58 AM Post #7108635
| We all are waiting . digger |
Worm0703
Terre Haute, IN
September 27, 2009
07:10 PM Post #7110655
| I put another layer of grout on this evening. Pics coming soon!! |
digger9083
Dahlonega, GA
September 27, 2009
09:06 PM Post #7110994
| Thank you so much . Can't wait . I'm leaving Tuesday morn and will have very little time at the library to play . Hope you get them on b4 then . Wont be back for six mos . digger |
the1pony
Pony in Lakewood, WA
(Zone 8a)
September 27, 2009
09:14 PM Post #7111012
| 6 months?! Digger, how are we supposed to do without you for that long? o.0 |
digger9083
Dahlonega, GA
September 28, 2009
10:34 AM Post #7112339
| Aw shucks , thanks Pony , I will be looking at a lap top . Will have to consult my kids about which one is best for what I want , can still use library 12 mi away . digger |
the1pony
Pony in Lakewood, WA
(Zone 8a)
September 28, 2009
12:56 PM Post #7112930
| A laptop is a good idea. Everybody should have one. I wish I did, even though I never go anywhere... LOL |
Worm0703
Terre Haute, IN
September 28, 2009
02:42 PM Post #7113253
| OK, here it is! I decided to grout the whole thing white. I just didnt like the grey (that was supposed to be black). I like it better now. 
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Worm0703
Terre Haute, IN
September 28, 2009
02:45 PM Post #7113260
| Also here is something little that I made while I was deciding what to do with the butterfly. It was done with the little glass globes and was so simple and fast to do. I'm going to give this one to my brother. 
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imapigeon
Gilroy (Sunset Z14), CA
(Zone 9a)
September 28, 2009
05:34 PM Post #7113949
| I love the way your butterfly turned out---I'm glad you're happier with it. And the new project is TOO cute----I'm sure your brother will treasure it...for as long as he's a Colts fan, anyway...LOL! |
digger9083
Dahlonega, GA
September 28, 2009
07:52 PM Post #7114387
| Thanks for finishing that and posting b4 I left in the morning .
Lets face it , you do beautiful work. digger |
Worm0703
Terre Haute, IN
September 28, 2009
09:40 PM Post #7114829
| Thank you all, I wouldnt have finished it if weren't for your encouragement.
Digger, have a fun and safe trip. Look for more from me when you get back. LOL. Im sure I will need your advice. |
the1pony
Pony in Lakewood, WA
(Zone 8a)
September 28, 2009
09:53 PM Post #7114872
| I think the butterfly turned out great. :) The other dealybobber is cute, too! ;) |
digger9083
Dahlonega, GA
September 29, 2009
07:55 AM Post #7115751
| Worm , you do darn good on your own . Unplugging puter . |
clammy
Boothbay Harbor, ME
September 30, 2009
08:30 AM Post #7119295
| Worm...it's beautiful! Don't toss it...if you don't like it then re-grout it with a new color! A color that will bring out the butterfly...hope this helps |
Worm0703
Terre Haute, IN
September 30, 2009
05:34 PM Post #7121106
| clammy-- Thank you! I did regrout it all white and like it much better. The pic is a couple posts up if you didnt see it. |
