Talavera Tiles

Bring the beauty of Mexican Talavera into your hands. This book features 40 original tile designs inspired by the famous hand-painted ceramics of Puebla and Tlaxcala, a Mexican tradition recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Each page is a mosaic of tiles that connect to form flowers, stars and borders, just like the ones in Mexican kitchens, fountains and churches. Color one tile, repeat your colors, and watch the full pattern come to life.

• 40 unique tile designs, each on its own page
• Blank backs so colors don’t bleed through
• Large 8.5 x 11 inch format
• From simple patterns to more detailed mosaics
• Includes a page on the history of Talavera, color tips and a color test page

Use classic cobalt blue and white, or fill the pages with yellow, orange and green like the most colorful Talavera. Perfect for relaxing, for anyone who loves Mexican culture, or as a special gift.

Author: Juan Coss