Talavera Tear Earrings

Regular price $110.00 USD

Artist Lucina of Motcy Designs creates a romantic marriage of traditional and contemporary jewelry designs with her Talavera Jewelry Collection. She creates an elegant collection for those seeking to find a connection to México through timeless designs. 

To date, this has been Lucina's most challenging and time-consuming collection. The preparation and desired result of each model took the artist days to achieve. With these pieces, Lucina is highlighting ancestral techniques and adding a contemporary touch.

Of note, this collection was produced during a difficult stage for the artist as she navigated some personal challenges and life's unexpected blows. For her, these pieces reflect her journey through these struggles and are the result of love and light and what happens when you calm your heart and mind.

  • Elaboration Time:
    • Wire Wrapping: 3 hours
    • Talavera: 3-4 days
  • Size: 3.5" L x 1.5" W
  • Weight: 0.5 ounces
  • Material: Certified Talavera from Puebla, México
  • Metal: gold plated, hypoallergenic, nickel free

Please Note: Each pair is made by hand and therefore one-of-a-kind. There may be a few inconsistencies with each design due to the artisanal nature of each earring.
Care Instructions: This item should be kept in a dry space when not wearing. Do not wear while swimming or showering.

Wire-wrapping is the artisanal technique of taking malleable wire and wrapping it around itself or beads to form unique shapes and patterns. It is a jewelry artform used to connect several pieces together without having to solder or heat the metal wire.

For the Talavera collection, Lucina wire-wrapped Talavera ceramic beads into unique designs to create the perfect marriage between traditional and contemporary design. Talavera ceramic is typical of the state of Puebla, Mexico. It is recognized for its white background with designs in blue but it comes in all colors. Original Talavera pottery from Puebla is only made in the state, specifically in the towns of Atlixco or Cholula, due to the high quality of the clays found in these regions and the four-centuries-old traditional manufacturing. The Talavera used in her designs was sourced from Talavera Salazar in Puebla, México.

Lucina Montañez Mota is a talented jewelry designer currently residing in Dallas, Texas and native to Aguascalientes, México. Her designs are made to elevate Mexican culture with a touch of freshness and boldness. She prides herself in creating designs with quality materials so they last for many years to come.

Her main technique is fine wire work from which other techniques are derived such as crimping, framing, herringbone, coiling, urban filigree, hatching, among others. Many of her collections include a nod to her Mexican background by including artisanal-made materials.

Lucina considers herself a lifelong student of jewelry design as well as a teacher in her local community. She currently teaches several beginner classes for jewelry making in Dallas and aims to continuously improve her techniques and her teachings.

“I want to be a part of your special days and help highlight your beauty by framing it with Motcy Designs,” she says. Making jewelry has allowed her dreams to come true and all her current and future clients play a role in her joy.

 

Ready to Ship Orders

All orders are processed within 3 to 5 business days (excluding weekends and holidays) after receiving your order confirmation email. Please note this does NOT apply to made-to-order items and pre-orders). Once shipped you will receive another notification with tracking details; please allow 24 hours for the tracking to reflect transit details. 

Note that special holidays result in high volume of packages and subsequent delays may occur.

Domestic Rates & Delivery Times
First-Class Mail - $6 5 to 8 business day
Priority Mail® - $10 3 to 4 business days
Priority Mail Express® - $45 Next day to 2-day

Nayibi Bridal Pre-Orders

Please note that due to the intricate craftsmanship involved, the production and delivery of this item may take approximately 4-6 months. However, we understand that sometimes you need your dress sooner. If your event is within the next 2-month window, we can expedite your order, but we require immediate notification. Please don't hesitate to contact us to inquire about availability. We'll do our best to accommodate your needs and provide you with the perfect piece in a timely manner.

Please reach us via our contact form or e-mail us at service@cadenacollective.com.

When your order is ready your item will be shipped via Priority Mail.

We understand that things don't always go according to plan, and when they don't, we're here to help. We stand behind the products we offer, and if something doesn’t work out, we’re committed to making it right! Our goal is to ensure you have the best experience possible.

Order Cancellations: 
Please note, we are unable to accept order cancellations beyond 24 hours from the time of purchase.

Exchanges & Returns: 
If your order didn’t meet your expectations, we’re happy to assist with an exchange or return within 30 days of delivery. You can choose one of the following options for your return:

  1. Exchange
  2. Store Credit
  3. Refund

Important Information:

  • Exchanges and returns are available only for orders placed within the United States.
  • The return or exchange request must be made within 30 days of delivery, and we will honor the date of your initial contact. So, no need to worry if you don't hear from us right away within that time frame.
  • A restock and processing fee of $10 will be deducted from the refund or store credit amount.

Exclusions:
The following items are NOT eligible for exchange or return:

  • Custom items (e.g. bridal designs)
  • Made-to-order items (e.g. Maria Consuelo Designs 14k gold jewelry)
  • Clearance or archive sale items
  • Items marked as "Final Sale"
  • International orders

Eligibility Criteria:
To qualify for an exchange or return, the following conditions must be met:

  1. The item must be in its original condition: unworn, unused, with tags attached, and in the original packaging.
  2. Please inspect your order upon delivery and notify us within 3 days if the item is damaged, defective, or if there is an error with your order.