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How do you make a simple mosaic?

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Lay out all the pieces before you glue them down to see if you like how they're arranged.

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How do you make a mosaic on paper?

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Glue the paper pieces to another paper, or use colored pencils to draw the square/triangle shapes however you want them.

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How can I create a paper mosaic?

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Glue the paper pieces to another piece of paper, or use colored pencils to draw the square/triangle shapes however you want them.

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How can I make a portrait using a paper mosaic?

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Sketch out the portrait first using a pencil and paper, then cut out small pieces of paper for the mosaic. Arrange them over your sketch and adhere them to the paper.

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How do I create the background of a paper mosaic?

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Usually, the background is white, but you may paint the background if you want.

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