Uploaded August 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Alma Thomas was a talented 20th-century American painter who lived and worked in Washington, D.C. She drew much of her inspiration from nature’s brilliant colors and varied perspectives.

Watch and learn how to make mosaics inspired by her 1969 work “Autumn Drama.”

Required Materials:

- Coasters
- Wooden tray
- Adhesive (Weldbond is recommended)
- A selection of tiles
- Grout powder
- Glass bowl
- Spoon
- Paper bowl
- Spackle scraper tool
- Sponge

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