Artisan Craftsmanship. Each piece a singular work of art.

Winter Wonderland;  Beautiful Sparkling Pewter from Mexico

Winter Wonderland; Beautiful Sparkling Pewter from Mexico

December 18, 2017

Winter Perfect:  The Pewter Coral Tray Collection

Beautiful as a winter landscape, and featuring a coral-like lattice look designed to complement most decors, you'll find this gorgeous piece a perfect addition to your home, wall and table.

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Meet Fiona:  the newest Rustica Gift & Pottery Family Member

Meet Fiona: the newest Rustica Gift & Pottery Family Member

December 15, 2017

All of us here at Rustica Gift & Talavera Pottery would like you to meet the newest member of our family: Fiona!

She has joined us from the local shelter.  She stood out to us as a sassy girl who didn't let a thing like being out on the street, get her down.  She's all purrs and warm whiskers and gratitude.

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Rich, Lush, Holiday Gifts Served Here

Rich, Lush, Holiday Gifts Served Here

December 06, 2017

For the Holidays:  Handcrafted Artisan Beauty

Perfect for the holiday table, special occasions, or simply as a stunning centerpiece in your home decor.
Dramatic, colorful, and over-flowing with richly-colored blossoms, the Flores collection of Mexican Talavera Mayolica pottery pieces brings contrast, color and lush floral design to your home. This artisan-created large platter elicits the soul of Italian pottery, with the craftsmanship, beauty and heritage of its artisans.  

The Santa Rosa Mayolica studio has been creating these one-of-a-kind usable art pieces for almost 50 years. Every piece is hand-signed, and created from rich, durable local clays and hand-ground pigments.

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Fall Seasonal Tableware Fresh from the Talavera Pottery Pumpkin Patch

Fall Seasonal Tableware Fresh from the Talavera Pottery Pumpkin Patch

October 31, 2017

It's Fall, and what is more festive, seasonal and delicious-looking than warm colors and bold, rich designs of our Dibujo collection of tableware.

Well, if it's fresh from the "pumpkin patch," and it's our handcrafted Talavera pottery place settings from Mexico's finest artisans, then you have something seasonal to celebrate

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Fall Tableware Collection Talavera Pottery

Fall Tableware Collection Talavera Pottery

October 25, 2017

The lush beauty of Mexico's authentic Talavera and Majolica pottery is never more timely than when Fall and Thanksgiving holiday entertaining rolls around.  

This season,make your seasonal table and Thanksgiving holiday even more special with heirloom pieces that do your holiday feast justice.  Indulge in the original artistry of the world's most talented craftsmen, and  share their beautiful pottery, pewter and alpaca silver work with family and friends.

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Puebla's Zocalo - Mexico's Beautiful Culture

Puebla's Zocalo - Mexico's Beautiful Culture

October 02, 2017

Welcome to the Zocalo:  Puebla's Beautiful Heart
Art. History. Beauty. The Zocalo, the main square in the city of Puebla, Mexico, is the site of stunning architecture, dramatic lighting, and the unexpected delight of al fresco performances.
 
Here, this acting troupe re-enacts the early history of Puebla's aristocracy. 

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Beautiful Fall Dishes Viva Majolica Artisan Pottery

Beautiful Fall Dishes Viva Majolica Artisan Pottery

September 29, 2017

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Garden Party Grilling:  The Hungry Gardener Grills Summer Veggies

Garden Party Grilling: The Hungry Gardener Grills Summer Veggies

August 28, 2017

GRILLED VEGGIES:  A SUMMER OUTDOOR FAVORITE

It's true, we love our table settings and pottery around here.  But let's face it; a plate is only as good as the delicious food it's serving up.  So, let's talk about making your tableware as happy as your taste buds.

We're happy to treat you to a how-to look at great summer grilling from internationally-applauded The Hungry Gardener!

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Talavera Pottery and Majolica Pottery:  The Gorgeous Difference

Talavera Pottery and Majolica Pottery: The Gorgeous Difference

August 05, 2017

ALL IN THE FAMILY:  TALAVERA & MAJOLICA POTTERY

 

If you've had a chance to look at the extraordinary artisan-created Mexican pottery we showcase here at Rustica Gift, you may wonder why we make the distinction between Talavera pottery and its close, cousin, Majolica?

Are we trying to make life difficult for ourselves, as we already have committed ourselves to only the finest quality Talavera (no offense to the colorful and inexpensive Talavera planters, frogs, cats and other fun tourist and patio ware you can readily find).  Is it just another fussy distinction in a world in which distinctions don't matter?

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The Authentic Talavera Pottery Video Story:  Behind the Handcraft

The Authentic Talavera Pottery Video Story: Behind the Handcraft

August 01, 2017

Beauty.  Artisan Craft. Community.  

Discover the beautiful story behind the authentic Talavera pottery collection of Rustica Gift.

While shopping for beautiful things for no other reason than, well...shopping for beautiful things, here at Rustica Gift & Pottery, we'd like to offer you more.

We start by beautiful things for your enjoyment, but we also offer plenty of beautiful reasons to shop our gallery collection of Mexico's finest Talavera pottery, Majolica ceramics, Mexican pewter and alpaca silver.

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Contemporary & Bohemian Charm: Our Azul Authentic Talavera Pottery Delivers

Contemporary & Bohemian Charm: Our Azul Authentic Talavera Pottery Delivers

July 26, 2017

Contemporary or Bohemian? Our Artisan Pottery Charms Equally

Deep cobalt blue and golden sand; the colors of nature, and the hues found in our authentic Talavera pottery collection from Santa Rosa Majolica.  Colors as bold and vivid as the tints found in this collection bringth warmth and focus to cool, contemporary homes, and rustic charm to the most vibrant design theme.

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Reflections of Artisan Color:  Vivid History

Reflections of Artisan Color: Vivid History

July 14, 2017

Pottery Artisans Color Palette Reflect Their World

When the Rustica team was in Mexico, we were struck how everyday life was reflected in the color palette of its pottery and craftwork.

It there is one thing that is abundantly evident when you view these Mexican pottery, pieces it is the detail and vivid color that emerges.

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