Choose a support or base for your bead mosaic. Wooden boxes and art canvas boards provide suitable surfaces for mosaics. Prime the surface with one to two coats of gesso.
Draw or sketch a pattern directly onto the primed support. You can also create the design as you go for an abstract effect.
Apply craft glue to a small area on the surface. Place individual beads onto the glued surface using tweezers. If you have large areas of solid color, you can apply several beads at the same time. Continue working in small sections until the mosaic is complete.
Dry the mosaic for at least 12 hours. Gently run your fingers over the mosaic to check for loose beads. Reglue beads that become displaced. Lightly polish finished mosaic with a soft cotton cloth.