Mosaic Bricks Are A Great Way To Add Whimsy And Beauty To Your Garden

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Here's the situation. Your backyard is dying for a touch of flair, but you're not quite sure how or where to make the magic happen. You have your sleek raised garden beds, a charming bird feeder, and a cascading water fountain, which only enhances its tranquil beauty. Where else could you add more oomph? Perhaps adding some mosaic bricks to your garden's pathway is the fancy touch you need to spruce things up. Don't have a garden pathway? No problem. There are other places where you can incorporate mosaic designs to add style as well.

Anything from planter stands and fire pit tops to stone columns and deck surroundings can be elevated with the use of a few awesomely decorated mosaic bricks. If you're looking for a DIY project that is simple, budget-friendly, and easy to take on, look no further. You may have to break out your wallet if don't have any bricks or want to add more, but it's still a relatively inexpensive way to add whimsical touches to your outdoor spaces. 

You can find bricks at home improvement stores, often for around $1 each, or via local online sellers on LetGo, eBay, OfferUp, and Facebook Marketplace. And if you really want to save, consider visiting construction sites, where the company might offer you free materials so you can upcycle leftover bricks for your garden. From there, you can add your own mosaic designs to the bricks. Packs of BTMIEY mosaic tile are available for less than $20. Note that you'll also need an adhesive for this craft hack. Making these ornamental bricks takes very little time. Simply place a thin layer of adhesive on a clean, dry brick. Then add the tiles, and let it dry.

The beauty of mosaic bricks is that you can incorporate them anywhere in your backyard. If you have an existing brick walkway, remove an old brick and put a mosaic brick in its place. If you're installing a new brick patio in your backyard, you can strategically place mosaic bricks into the layout. You can place the mosaic bricks randomly or create a distinct pattern. Or, build intrigue by illustrating different stories or themes on every other brick on your garden's pathway — a unique touch that will definitely impress your visitors.

If you truly want to bring life to your garden space, trying creating a coordinated theme using edging as a canvas. Interesting designs such as geometric shapes, animals, trees, and even flowers can captivate guests and construct an enchanting atmosphere as they stroll along your garden. You can also line certain areas of your garden with mosaic stepping stones to guide guests through your space. Perhaps the path to the bird feeder or toward your outdoor seating area can be highlighted with strategically placed bricks, topped with your most creative tile designs.

Pair these decorative bricks with earthy, natural landscape edging ideas to elevate your backyard and highlight the border. Consider adding multi-colored bricks around the trees near your garden to invite a rustic touch to the space. You might create your own mosaic brick backdrop near the end of your garden where it can stand out. Give your a garden bright, soulful vibe by pairing painted bricks with those containing mosaic tiles, and position them near colorful surrounding plants. Take this same idea, and use it to create matching planter stands with complementary colors. Getting creative with mosaic bricks lets you personalize your space with whimsical accents.