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Talavera pottery is a centuries-old art that developed in Puebla, Mexico. Recognizable by its predominantly blue aspects, this pottery is one Mexico's many beautiful forms of art.

New designs this week explore this magnificent style with pieces that burst with bold blues, golds, and reds. Traditional subject matter, such as birds, butterflies, and flowers are ready to brighten up shirts, jackets, table linens, and towels.

Home decor embellishment packs include squares, sprays, borders, and corners -- everything you need to stitch on placemats, table runners, and linen napkins. Dress up pillow shams, curtains, and quilts with these bright designs with a fiesta flavor.

Dance your way down the page and celebrate this pillar of Mexican heritage. Enjoy these new designs!

Combine the classic sunflower quilt block with bright and sunny fabric and designs to make a stunning placemat. Click here for free project instructions!

Talavera in Bloom

A dahlia is the centerpiece of this square design. This beautiful flower is native to Mexico and Central America, and has long been a focal point in Mexican art. Ancient Aztecs used the flower for food, decoration, and religious ceremonies, too.

Available in four sizes:
7.79"X7.80" and 5.87"X5.87" and 4.88"X4.88" and 3.86"X3.87"

This floral spray features a dahlia, and is stitched in traditional pottery colors of yellow, blue, and green. Beautiful on pillow shams for breakfast or bolster pillows, as well as yokes of shirts and table linens.

Available in two sizes:
9.41"X4.00" and 6.84"X2.90"

This bold border features a dahlia in the center, flanked by blue and orange stylized floral motifs. Delightful as a feature to placemats and table runners, as well as bath towels.

Available in two sizes:
9.41"X4.73" and 6.00"X3.12"

A stylized floral border, inspired by classic Mexican talavera pottery. Repeat on hemlines to brighten up denim skirts; stitch onto tablecloths; incorporate into quilts and wall hangings!

Available in three sizes:
9.40"X2.45" and 6.00"X1.76" and 3.87"X1.02"

The dahlia corner on the left is a delightful addition to pockets of shirts and cardigans. And, the single dahlia blossom on the right is wonderful when used in coordination with the above designs. Dahlias grow in many, many color variations. Experiment with color to match your personal preference and taste!


Available in two sizes: 4.84"X4.83" and 3.85"X3.85"		Available in one size: 3.86"X3.84"

Talavera in Bloom Design Packs

Add fiesta and flavor to your garments and home decor items with these designs. They can be purchased individually above, or order them in a design pack! Click on a link below to the size that you need for your machine or project, and add the pack to your basket.

The pack is available in 5 sizes:

**XXL - (9 designs, $12.97) - 7.9"x10" size
**XL - (8 designs, $12.97) - 7.9"x7.9" size
**Lg - (9 designs, $12.97) - 6"x10" size
**Md - (8 designs, $12.97) - 5"x7" size
**Sm - (4 designs, $6.97) - 4"x4" size

Talavera Elegance

One of our favorite Mexican folktales is about the mythical Cu bird. The Cu bird was very unhappy with his looks -- he had no feathers. A barn owl took pity on the Cu bird, and asked all of the other birds to donate one feather each to the Cu bird.

Available in four sizes:
7.78"X7.78" and 5.85"X5.84" and 4.88"X4.86" and 3.86"X3.86"

In exchange for these feathers, the Cu bird was to be the messenger of the bird council. The Cu bird loved his new plumage, and spent hours and hours every day admiring his feathers and reflection.

Available in two sizes:
5.80"X7.58" and 4.84"X6.33"

One day the eagle, the head of the bird council, asked the Cu bird to send a message to the other birds to come to an important meeting. But the Cu bird saw his reflection in a lake, became distracted by his own beauty, and didn't give the message to the other birds. As punishment, the Cu bird is a nighttime bird, and its magnificent medley of feathers isn't seen. These designs are inspired by that story, with a bird in the center in a nighttime silhouette.

Available in two sizes:
9.31"X4.66" and 6.00"X3.32"

Tail feathers of the Cu bird form a sweet, symmetrical border. Stitched in traditional colors of gold, orange and blue. Experiment with colors to match your personal preference and taste!

Available in three sizes:
9.40"X2.37" and 6.00"X1.57" and 3.85"X1.53"

The corner design (left) is a stunning addition to pockets, napkins, and washcloths. The single Cu bird on the right is a lovely accent when used in conjunction with the above designs.


Available in two sizes: 4.86"X4.86" and 3.86"X3.86"		Available in one size: 3.20"X2.67"

Talavera Elegance Design Packs

The story of the Cu bird is just one of the many elegant and artistic cultural aspects to Mexico. The above designs can be purchased individually, or order them in a design pack! Click on a link below to the size that you need, and add the pack to your basket.

A Taste of Talavera

Fresh, ripe fruit is one of the favorite things for a visitor to Mexico. Mangoes, guavas, pomegranates, agave -- a delightful fruit cocktail! The following designs celebrate these native plants, pairing them with traditional Talavera artwork.

Available in four sizes:
7.73"X7.79" and 5.86"X5.91" and 4.86"X4.89" and 3.84"X3.86"

A colorful spray of fruit - can also be used as a border! Embellish table linens, kitchen cozies, chair backs, and pillow shams with this colorful, vibrant design.

Available in two sizes:
9.40"X4.30" and 6.86"X3.14"

A cocktail of graceful leaves and bright, stylized fruit. Use this border design as a feature to placemats and tote bags, and add bold hues to table runners, too.

Available in two sizes:
9.40"X5.14" and 6.00"X3.41"

Stylized pineapples lay end to end, connected with a flower stitched in shades of gold and red. A striking design for yokes of shirts, shirt fronts, towels, table linens, and more.

Available in three sizes:
9.40"X2.45" and 6.00"X1.74" and 3.85"X1.01"

An elegant corner design, left, is a perfect fit for linen napkins, corners of placemats, and pockets. The stylized pineapple, right, is a charming addition to decorator projects that use the above designs.


Available in two sizes: 4.85"X4.85" and 3.85"X3.85"		Available in one size: 3.85"X3.79"

Taste of Talavera Design Packs

The Taste of Talavera designs can be purchased individually above, or order them in a design pack! Click on a link below to the size that you need for your machine or project, and add the pack to your basket. Add this fresh, colorful flavor to all of your garment and home decor projects!

Traditional Talavera

Interesting and traditional subject matter appears in Mexican pottery and other artwork over and over again. Each subject has a deep and meaningful connection to Mexican culture, history, and heritage. In these designs, an icon is paired with traditional Talavera color and motifs, resulting in a magnificent and eye-catching blend.

Cross (Cruz)		Rooster (Gallo)

Available in two sizes: 4.77"X5.77" and 3.18"X3.85"		Available in two sizes: 4.49"X4.87" and 3.57"X3.86"

Cowboy Boot (Vaquero de Arranque)		Hat (Sombrero)

Available in two sizes: 4.40"X5.51" and 3.07"X3.87"		Available in two sizes: 5.50"X2.53" and 3.85"X1.78"

Turtle (Tortuga)		Butterfly (Mariposa)

Available in two sizes: 3.93"X5.26" and 2.89"X3.86"		Available in two sizes: 5.26"X4.22" and 3.86"X3.11"

Lizard (Lagarto)		Little Fish (Pescadito)

Available in two sizes: 4.86"X6.77" and 2.77"X3.86"		Available in two sizes: 4.86"X3.59" and 3.86"X2.85"

A Little Bird Told Me (Me Lo Dijo Un Pajarito)		Teapot (Tetera)

Available in two sizes: 4.86"X4.23" and 3.87"X3.35"		Available in two sizes: 4.88"X3.62" and 3.88"X2.87"

Frog (Rana)		Watering Can (Regadera)

Available in two sizes: 4.99"X4.67" and 3.85"X3.59"		Available in two sizes: 5.31"X3.42" and 3.86"X2.48"

Traditional Talavera Design Packs

Celebrate and stitch the beautiful colors and culture of Mexico with these designs. The above designs are available for individual purchase, or in a design pack. Get all 12 designs in the pack, for only $19.97! Click on a link below and add the pack to your basket.

The pack is available in 2 sizes:

**Lg - Designs smaller than 5"x7"
**Sm - Designs smaller than 4"x4"

Mexican Greetings

This design is a beautiful way to say "welcome." Graceful script is surrounded by traditional motifs and colors found in Mexican art and pottery. Stitch and frame or incorporate into a wall hanging to invite loved ones to your home.

Available in three sizes:
10.80"X6.99" and 9.04"X5.86" and 6.87"X4.46"

My home is your home - what a lovely sentiment, invoking loyalty, love, friendship, and warmth! Stitch and use as a door hanger, incorporate into a welcome wreath, or frame as an addition to an entryway or a kitchen.

Available in three sizes:
10.27"X7.00" and 8.49"X5.82" and 6.86"X4.71"