Rainbow Mosaic Board

The Rainbow Mosaic Board uses a grid of plain square tiles as the starting point for pictures and patterns. A cream frame surrounds shades of terracotta, mustard, sage, sky blue, peach, and navy. Each square has a simple color face, so the finished design depends on where the colors are placed and how they repeat.

Start with a band of one color, then build a second row that mirrors it or alternates two shades. A diagonal stripe can cross the board one square at a time, and a few contrasting tiles can turn that stripe into a zigzag. Try making a small flower, a simple initial, or a picture with a different color in each corner.

For a shared activity, take turns placing a tile without agreeing on the final picture first. You can also make a pattern on one side and use the other side to reflect it. When you want a new design, change a few squares or start again with a completely different color order.