Design and Create Portuguese Ceramic Tiles

Meet Marisa and Alba. After seeing the emblematic azulejos disappear around Portugal, Marisa and Alba set out to preserve this historic part of the country’s heritage. Subsequently, in 2016, Gazete Azulejos was born. Hear their story, their mission, and their inspirations.

First, Marisa and Alba go through the tools and materials needed in the course, including how to safely use them. Next, learn how to prepare the mold to correctly cut the tiles and see how to make a pattern stencil to paint your first tile. Then, practice painting your designs on paper while hearing some painting tips and correction techniques.

Create four tiles by molding and cutting the clay as Maria and Alba guide you through the process. Discover how to glaze your tiles with the Majolica technique. Paint your first tile using the stencil made in the last unit. Learn the traditional Sgraffito technique for the second tile and the Strezido technique for the third. Finally, experiment on the final tile by combining different techniques.

Afterwards, Marisa and Alba talk about different patterns you can create with tiles. Wrap up the course by learning how to properly care for your tiles and get Marisa and Alba’s tips on using them to decorate your home.