Big Projects in a Little Studio: Making It Work

People often imagine mosaic artists working in giant studios with huge benches and endless space.

That’s not my reality.

I work from a small studio—but that hasn’t stopped me from tackling large-scale mosaic projects.

Over time, I’ve figured out how to make big work happen in a small space, and here’s how I do it.

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The Secret? Second-Hand Tables and Smart Setup

1. Collecting Tables Over Time

I’ve gathered a collection of second-hand tables over the years.

They live stacked away or folded up until they’re needed. When I’m working on something big, I bring them out to:

Expand my workspace temporarily

Create sections to lay out parts of the project

Keep different parts of a design organised

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2. The Dining Table Becomes the Studio

When a piece is too large for my regular workbench, I’ll often take over the dining table.

It’s not glamorous, but it works. Big mosaics need space to spread out, and sometimes that means transforming the house into part of the studio.

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Why This Works

Working this way lets me:

Create big pieces without needing a massive workshop

Stay flexible, setting up only when I need extra space

Keep my main workspace functional for smaller daily projects

It’s not always perfect, but it means I never have to say no to a project just because of space.

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Final Thoughts: Use What You Have

Big art can happen in small spaces.

With a little creativity (and a few extra tables), you can make it work—no matter the size of your studio.

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