How to Easily Decorate and Pretty Up a Photo Frame With Mosaic Glass

Susan Goode
by Susan Goode
6 Materials
$3
1 Hour
Easy

A mosaic photo frame is a quick and easy creative project anyone can try and get really lovely results even if its your first attempt.

What you need is PVA glue. I use Uni bond and some assorted pretty glass mosaic tiles. I chose some sparkly ones and some different shaped tiles to add interest colour and texture.

Preparation for photo frame project

I begin by putting some pva glue onto the frame I bought from charity shop. I begin at the edge and choosing tile that fits the shape of corner.

Glue glass mosaic tile to frame

Continue adding glass tiles in assorted colours and shapes to create pretty detail. I do not leave any gaps as there is no need to grout this.

Adding mosaic glass tiles in frame

I Mosaic the edges also with variety of sparkly and varied size and coloured tiles.

Add tiles to edges

Continue to fill up the frame with the gorgeous little gems.

Mosaic glass tiles on frame

I’m delighted with the final look. This photo frame is full of character now.

how to Mosaic a photo frame
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  • Dianna Holmes Dianna Holmes on Feb 27, 2019

    The frame is beautiful! I love the picture in the frame also! Will you share how you made it?

  • Robin Robin on Feb 27, 2019

    You did such a nice job on that frame! I love the picture inside. Any way to find a copy of that?

  • Leeann Leeann on Mar 23, 2019

    That is a beautiful frame! I thought if small pebbles or rocks painted would work?

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  • KateRos KateRos on Oct 11, 2025

    Looks amazing!

  • Alice Norton Alice Norton on Oct 11, 2025

    Wow! I should also try it! Thanks! I love how this project could give a frame such a personal, creative touch. And the idea of doing one myself makes me think my next family photo from prestige portraits will finally have the perfect display.

    • Susan Goode Susan Goode on Oct 12, 2025

      Yes and show us the amazing results as everyone’s turns out different!

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