The idea
Look at brushy movement, loose stripes, and imperfect shape—not another maker’s exact work. Make your own composition from ordinary materials.
Try it at the table
Use what you already have, then test it under real light with real tiles.
If it misses
Keep the part you love and remove a competing detail. A playful room can change its mind.
Let the game stay visible.
Visual fun does not require borrowed cultural symbolism or a hard-to-play table.