Mini Glass Gems 12 mm, Ebony and Ivory, 50 g
Ebony and Ivory Optic Drops for monochrome patterns and elegant contrasts
Ebony and Ivory contains round 12 mm Mini Glass Gems, also known as Optic Drops, in black, charcoal, white, ivory and pale cream shades. This timeless mix of dark and light tones is ideal for graphic patterns, animal motifs, lettering, borders and modern mosaic designs. The strong contrast makes details stand out, while the iridescent finish on some pieces adds subtle colour and movement.
The flat backs make the pieces easy to glue, while their round, domed tops add shine and dimension to mosaic designs. The Optic Drops can be used on their own or combined with glass mosaic tiles, mirror mosaic and other speciality-shaped mosaic pieces.
Key information
- Diameter: 12 mm
- Height: approximately 6.5 mm at the centre and 5 mm at the edge
- Pack size: 50 g
- Quantity: approximately 33–35 pieces
- Coverage: approximately a 7 × 7 cm area
- Shape: flat base and domed top
- Use: suitable for indoor and outdoor projects
Product details
- Product range: Mini Glass Gems / Optic Drops
- Colour name: Ebony and Ivory
- Colour: a mix of black, charcoal, white, ivory and pale cream shades
- Material: recycled glass
- Surface: smooth and glossy, with some iridescent finishes
- Base: flat and easy to glue
- Properties: UV- and frost-resistant
- Cutting: Can be cut with mosaic nippers when needed
The colour distribution and quantity may vary slightly between packs. The arrangement, grout spacing, cutting and shape of the project will affect the final coverage.
What is Ebony and Ivory suitable for?
Ebony and Ivory is particularly suitable for checkerboard patterns, lettering, animal figures, eyes, facial details, abstract motifs and defined borders. The gems can be used to decorate plant pots, lanterns, mirrors, trays, ornaments, wall decorations and garden features.
The 50 g pack is suitable for small mosaic projects, individual motifs and designs where black and pale shades are used as details, borders or bold contrasts.
Expert tip
Use Ebony and Ivory on its own for a timeless monochrome look. Add gold, silver or one bright accent colour, such as red or turquoise, for a more striking finish.
