Mosaics have been found as early as 3rd century BC in Greece.  In these times they were used to decorate floors.  It wasn't until the 4th century AD that this changed when Christians began to use mosaics to decorate the walls of their churches instead.

Here are a few mosaics found from the 4th century.

This one was found in an ancient Roman villa and is only a partial view.  The detail is amazing.

Pictures were found at Wikimedia and Classical Mosaics.  If you want to see more just visit those links.

Mosaics were quite the art form. So, since we're studying the Middle Ages and we were in the 4th century we decided to try our hands at mosaic art.  I decided against ripping out the carpet for them to decorate and settled instead for stepping stones.

It was fun.  It was easy.  We have a functional item that will be well used in our garden and it was inexpensive. 

I think they're just great.

I'll be posting a tutorial on how to make these in a few days so that you too can enjoy masterpieces made by your sweethearts. 

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