Designed by Sharra and custom made in Minnesota, USA from baltic birch plywood for indoor use and select frames are also available in commercial grade marine MDF for exterior.
Each frame starts from Sharra's hand drawn sketch and is transformed into a ready made frame, ready for your creativity! Fill in the inset space with vibrant mosaic patterns using china, tile, glass, beads and more using an adhesive of your choice.
Benefits
Design has been prepared and is ready for the fun part! Just fill in with your favorite materials. It's like a coloring page for mosaic!
A raised edge provides an instant frame, allowing the artist to work much more efficiently while protecting the finished mosaic.
Display as a wall hanging or shelfie.
Finishing
Leave the frame unfinished with a light clear sealant (Sharra prefers waterbased Minwax) or stain, paint, Rub n Buff or decoupage!
Included
Frame comes with hanging hardware and a FREE Download of Sharra's list of recommended tools, adhesives and mosaic materials.
FAQ
Do I need to seal the frame?
The birchwood mosaic frame is intended for indoors. It is not necessary to seal the frame but it doesn't hurt. The wood can be sealed with Minwax Sealant or a mixture of Weldbond and water (1-4 parts).
Do mosaic materials come with the frame?
No, unless you are purchasing a kit.
Does the frame hang on the wall?
Yes, hanging hardware is included for each frame purchased. Exterior frames come with two different hardware systems, a hanger for wall display and two u-clips for a garden stake mounting (1/2" rebar).
Is the Exterior-Grade MDF really waterproof and safe for outside?
Yes! This is an exceptional MDF that my manufacture used in special custom signage in outdoor, tropical areas with torrential rains. This specific MDF has zero absorption and qualifies as an excellent exterior frame option.
Can I create a mosaic with this frame and then sell the mosaic?
Yes! Sharra's Shapes are intended to support working mosaic artists in creating original mosaics of their own to sell.
Can I purchase Sharra's Shapes to use in mosaic classes:
Yes! You can use Sharra's Shapes as substrates for your own mosaic classes and teaching.
Can I copy the frame(s) to cut my own substrate(s)?
No. Sharra's Shapes, original mosaic designs and images are all copyright protected and enforced.
