A cheerful-looking mosaic walkway leads to a side door covered with an abstract design. (Ricardo DeAratanha / LAT)
Glas-Snappers are used to cut ceramic plates and tiles. Other pieces, such as the glass stars and stained-glass squares, are purchased at craft stores. (Ricardo DeAratanha / LAT)
The Farnams home was transformed by a mosaic facade that took six years to complete. The detail on a side door shows tiles, plates and faux gems. (Ricardo DeAratanha / LAT)
