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Blue Talavera
Talavera Style Blue & White Bird Papier Mache Heart Necklace
Blue Talavera, Talavera Style Blue & White Bird Papier Mache Heart Necklace
Length: 20"
Edith Orozco
Working in papier mache, Edith Orozco recreates motifs from Mexico's classic Talavera ceramics. A graceful swallow soars amid swirling brushstrokes known as plumeado, or "feathered" on a... read more$19.99$17.99Artist: Edith Orozco
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Gold Metamorphosis
Yellow Ceramic Sterling Silver Butterfly Pendant Necklace
Gold Metamorphosis, Yellow Ceramic Sterling Silver Butterfly Pendant Necklace
Length: 17.75"
Alonso Luis
Mexican artisan Alonso Luis brings the unmistakable beauty of Talavera-style pottery to his handcrafted jewelry. In this pendant necklace, the artisan creates a beautiful butterfly with ceramic wings... read more$149.99$134.99Artist: Alonso Luis
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Heart of Mexico
Hand Painted Ceramic Heart Pendant Necklace from Mexico
Heart of Mexico, Hand Painted Ceramic Heart Pendant Necklace from Mexico
Size: 19.75" L x 0.1" W
Monica Vazquez
Inspired by her admiration for the Talavera ceramists of Puebla, Monica Vazquez expertly hand-paints a Talavera-style heart. Classic motifs in cobalt blue and presents it in a sterling silver chain.... read more$49.99$44.99Artist: Monica Vazquez
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True Blue
Ceramic Puebla-Style Blue Floral Heart Pendant Necklace
True Blue, Ceramic Puebla-Style Blue Floral Heart Pendant Necklace
Length: 17.75"
Monica Vazquez
Monica Vazquez crafts this lovely necklace with a Talavera-style pendant. Shaped like a heart, the ceramic medallion in hand-painted with a classic cobalt blue motif. The Mexican artisan presents it... read more$39.99$35.99Artist: Monica Vazquez
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Indigo Morning
Ceramic Puebla-Style Blue Floral Egg-Shaped Pendant Necklace
Indigo Morning, Ceramic Puebla-Style Blue Floral Egg-Shaped Pendant Necklace
Length: 19.75"
Monica Vazquez
Artisan Monica Vazquez of Mexico hand crafts this lovely pendant necklace with a single Talavera-style ceramic pendant painted with a beautiful deep blue floral motif. The pendant hangs from a... read more$44.99$40.49Artist: Monica Vazquez
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Cobalt Quintet
Hand Painted Ceramic Pendant Necklace with Lapis Lazuli
Cobalt Quintet, Hand Painted Ceramic Pendant Necklace with Lapis Lazuli
Length: 19.5"
Monica Vazquez
Working with hand-formed and painted ceramic beads from Puebla, artisan Monica Vazquez creates this beautiful pendant necklace. The ceramic beads alternate with orbs of sterling silver to center a... read more$129.99$116.99Artist: Monica Vazquez
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Blue Metamorphosis
Blue Ceramic and Sterling Silver Butterfly Pendant Necklace
Blue Metamorphosis, Blue Ceramic and Sterling Silver Butterfly Pendant Necklace
Length: 19.5"
Alonso Luis
Mexican artisan Alonso Luis brings the unmistakable beauty of Talavera-style pottery to his handcrafted jewelry. In this pendant necklace, the artisan creates a beautiful butterfly with ceramic wings... read more$149.99$134.99Artist: Alonso Luis
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Talavera Heart
Blue & White Talavera Style Papier Mache Heart Necklace
Talavera Heart, Blue & White Talavera Style Papier Mache Heart Necklace
Length: 20"
Edith Orozco
Beautiful in blue, this delightful necklace is centered by a heart. Edith Orozco recreates motifs from Mexico's classic Talavera ceramics. A graceful swallow soars amid swirling brushstrokes known as... read more$19.99$17.99Artist: Edith Orozco
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Crescent Garden
Ceramic Puebla-Style Blue Crescent Pendant Necklace
Crescent Garden, Ceramic Puebla-Style Blue Crescent Pendant Necklace
Length: 19.75"
Monica Vazquez
Monica Vazquez crafts this lovely necklace with a Talavera-style pendant. Shaped like a crescent moon, the ceramic medallion in hand-painted with a classic cobalt blue motif. The Mexican artisan... read more$39.99$35.99Artist: Monica Vazquez
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Talavera Swallow
Blue & White Talavera Theme Papier Mache Heart Necklace
Talavera Swallow, Blue & White Talavera Theme Papier Mache Heart Necklace
Length: 20"
Edith Orozco
A swallow flutters amid foliage and flowers, seeming to emerge from a heart. Working in papier mache, Edith Orozco recreates motifs from Mexico's classic Talavera ceramics. The heart is protected by a... read more$19.99$17.99Artist: Edith Orozco
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Talavera Butterfly
Talavera Ceramic Butterfly Pendant Necklace from Mexico
Talavera Butterfly, Talavera Ceramic Butterfly Pendant Necklace from Mexico
Length: 16.5"
Alonso Luis
Crafted of ceramic, a beautiful butterfly is hand-painted with black petal motifs in the style of Talavera handicrafts. Alonso Luis designs this accessory, which circles the neck with black leather... read more$149.99$119.99Artist: Alonso Luis
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Indigo Garden
Ceramic Pendant Necklace with Lapis Lazuli
Indigo Garden, Ceramic Pendant Necklace with Lapis Lazuli
Length: 18.25"
Monica Vazquez
Artisan Monica Vazquez works with hand-painted ceramic beads from Puebla to create this pretty pendant necklace. The ceramic pendant centers a strand of deep blue lapis lazuli beads, accented with... read more$99.99$89.99Artist: Monica Vazquez
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Enticing
Cultured Pearl and Ceramic Puebla Bead Necklace
Enticing, Cultured Pearl and Ceramic Puebla Bead Necklace
Length: 17.75"
Monica Vazquez
Artisan Monica Vazquez of Mexico hand crafts this lovely necklace with a single Talavera-style ceramic bead painted with a beautiful deep blue floral motif bordered by sterling silver beads amidst a... read more$44.99$40.49Artist: Monica Vazquez
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The Village Council
Your answers straight from the village experts


Handmade necklaces are incomparable works of wearable art. Each one is unique in shape, color, size and design. Artisans from across the globe offer their own distinctive style of craftsmanship. In India, the vibrant colored gemstones have become a signature fashion statement. Balinese jewelry is characterized by ornate sterling tendrils set with tiny silver spheres. In Brazil, womens necklaces are often sleek and contemporary, with gemstones chosen for their particular energies. Many jewelry designs from Bali and Central America feature hand-knotted macram, such as that used in Guatemalas popular friendship bracelets. Handmade finishes may show variations in metal patterns. No two natural gemstones share the same characteristics. Each necklace holds its own individualistic sense of beauty, making it evident that it was crafted by hand. Some even bear the artisans signature.


Sustainable necklaces are designed with reusable materials, and each culture makes use of the objects and materials most readily at hand. For example, many Andean, Central American and Thai artists use repurposed wood. West African artisans use recycled paper, and beads of recycled glass or plastic. In Thailand, Mexico and Bali, coconut shells are often used. Indian artists sometimes repurpose silk from saris. And Brazilian artists collect discarded zippers and soda pop-tops to crochet into stunning, eco-friendly designs.


Many artisans the world over work in lost wax. They sculpt the image they want in wax, encase it in a mold, and pour molten silver or gold into it. The wax melts and flows out, leaving only the precious metal. However some artisans in Peru specialize in handmade silver and gold filigree, and some Balinese necklaces feature chains that are handwoven from slender metal strands. Karen hill tribe artisans in Thailand often use manual tools to stamp decorative motifs on fine silver. Other techniques include macram, beaded or gemstone strands, hammered metals, and carved wood or bone.


Precious metals and natural gemstones are the most popular materials for women's necklaces. Silver, gold and brass all provide durability as well as beauty. Artisans also utilize local materials that can include coconut shells, bamboo, bright African print fabrics, ceramic beads, natural amber, carved bone and bull horn. Both Peru and Mexico have rich silver mines and silver is used for traditional jewelry as well as contemporary designs.


Women's necklaces are versatile and come in many styles and lengths. They can be layered or worn alone as a statement piece. Many designs go with everything from jeans to office wear or an evening out on the town. The best thing about jewelry is that its a customizable form of expression that provides a sense of luxury and individuality.


When assessing the workmanship of a necklace, its helpful to pay attention to certain characteristics. For example, quality necklaces are balanced designs that rest comfortably around the neck. Clasps are secure and work well, and gemstones and beads are properly set. The precious metals should be nicely finished, and beads should not be too tightly strung. Well-made necklaces reflect excellent craftsmanship and attractive materials.


Each culture celebrates its rich jewelry-making history through specific symbols and styles. For example, traditional West African beads, which adorn many necklaces from the region, each have a story and a specific occasion when they are worn. Others may feature the Ghanian adinkra symbols, which convey popular wisdom. In ancient Andean civilizations, the leaders apparel and jewelry showed their rank and also incorporated religious symbols. Similarly, necklaces from Bali often depict deities from the Hindu pantheon. In India, a womans jewelry is linked to her status in society and may depict Hindu gods as well as mantra symbols such as the omkara, the root of all sounds and the emblem of the Most High. Angel necklaces and harmony ball necklaces are often worn by pregnant women in Bali and in Mexico. The pendant makes a delicate bell sound, thought to soothe the mother and the baby she is carrying. Some believe it summons a guardian angel, thus making it a symbol of loving protection.
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Monica Vazquez Handcrafted sterling silver jewelry with Talavera ceramic accents
"I… use Puebla's handcrafted Talavera ceramic. It gives a special touch to my silver designs and each material enhances the other."
"I've been perfecting handmade jewelry with Talavera-style ceramics since 2016. It's a style I feel very proud to... read more
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