15 Awesome Backsplash Kitchen Ideas

Confession. This post was created out of utter confusion and if truth be told, the need to vent!

In 2 months or so, I will be redoing our kitchen, and so as I am a compulsive control freak I already chose everything from floor to ceiling as far as materials and colors go down to the most minute detail...that is except the backsplash.  Normally I am really good at making a decision and sticking to it but not this time.  I have flip flopped so many times now with various tile choices I could actually be worn on someones feet. But then who can blame me?

Materials for backsplashes are so extensive now.  They come in every style or material you can imagine, plus they now come in mixed materials like sea shells mixed with textured glass, mixed with copper and so much more variations.  The tiles are exquisite but more than that, the colors are swoon worthy.   What's a girl to do with so many fabulous choices!  Seriously.

So far I have narrowed it down to 4 choices in tiles.  That is as far as I got today. It was a valiant fight to get to this point in my selection so patting myself on the back.  Hopefully in a few days I can decide which is the winning tile selection...sweating as I think about that.  Feels like I am choosing a winner at a beauty pargeant. Sigh.

Those of you who are judging me right now, here is your opportunity to put yourself to the test. Check out these fabulous ideas and tiles and tell me, and you will see exactly what I mean. Good luck, and consider yourself warned!

Cherio!

♥ Glam Home ♥ DIY Bathroom Vanity Remodel

Needed inspiration for a vanity makeover, and came across this makeover.  Check it out.  So simply explained and so fab. Love it!

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Swoon Worthy Mosaic Tables & Mirrors

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I cannot tell you how much I adore mosaics.  Now, I know some of them can look a little busy or dated but when you find a good piece, its truly a "shut the front door!" moment.  Mosaics can look modern, vintage, romantic and so much more. Its kinda like cooking.........You choose the ingredients and make it work!  It is your personal style that gives the mosaic or anything you create its very own flavor.   

Jean Pierre Frey

What is Mosaic?

A Mosaic is an image or design, where small pieces of media such as glass, tiles, shells, and much more are placed together with space showing between them. The goal here is to make an image or design from lots of broken pieces.  Sometimes the space left is filled with grout, however, grouting is optional. In ancient Greece, nearly 4000 years ago  exquisite mosaic tiled floors, walls and ceilings were very popular.  Some of these exceptional designs still exist today. And, as expected they are much revered for their beauty and skilled craftsmanship. 

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Over the years the art of using mosaic decor has evolved from floors and walls to mirrors, plates, wall hangings and even signs.  In this post I included some of the pieces that I covet love. 

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Well, I certainly hope you enjoyed the eye candy.  Hopefully this post gave you a new perspective on mosaics too. 

I'll catch you later, I have a date with an old table, white paint and a box of glass tiles!