We’ve rounded up some of our favorite custom tile patterns created by designers and DIYers alike that’ll be sure to give you all the inspiration you need and get those creative juices flowing!

Penny Round Patterns

A tried-and-true style, penny round tiles instantly bring a chic, vintage feel to your space – plus, they’re super easy to build custom patterns with! As you can see in the photos below, these small circular porcelain tiles can be used to create stylish borders, floral-inspired designs, retro stripes, and more! With a variety of colors in both matte and glossy finishes, our penny rounds offer endless options when it comes to creating an eye-catching design.

One of our new favorite spaces is this small but stunning powder room designed by Chris Loves Julia. If you want even more CLJ bathroom inspo, check out their modern cottage primary bathroom – trust us, you’ll be swooning.

If you love the penny round look but aren’t quite ready to design your own pattern, explore our new patterned penny round mosaics!

Subway Tile Patterns

It’s no secret we love subway tile – it’s versatile, easy to install, and allows for maximum creativity with endless colors, materials, and finishes to choose from. Keep scrolling to see all the different ways it can be used to showcase design styles ranging from bright and bold to soft and calming.

All about the bright and playful aesthetic? Check out these six tips for designing with color from color-enthusiast and interior designer Ashley Wilson of At Home with Ashley.

Small but impactful trim pieces bring the perfect amount of elegance to this beautiful bathroom. Learn everything you need to know about incorporating tile trim and accessories into your design with our in-depth guide.

Checkerboard Patterns

Checkerboard is back, in a big way. One of our favorite current design trends is custom checkerboard patterns featuring mixed materials – as you can see in the photo below featuring our Volakas marble and Legno limestone. Of course, you can never go wrong with a classic black-and-white color palette either! Explore our extensive selection of square tiles to find the perfect combination for your own custom checkerboard pattern.

This whimsical handmade-look tiled backsplash was created in a kitchen renovation during the Spring 2021 One Room Challenge – check it out to see the before photos, as well as even more breathtaking transformations!

Hex Patterns

Quickly growing in popularity, hexagon tiles bring striking dimension to any space with their bold geometric shape. Smaller hex tiles can achieve the same intricate look of penny-rounds with sharper edges, while larger hexes bring a more dominant feel to a design. We can’t get over these especially creative designs that take tile artistry to the next level!

We absolutely adore the handmade-look tile in this farmhouse kitchen. Along with the fun hex flooring, you can also spot a subtle checkerboard patterned backsplash that offers effortless cohesion and visual interest. Find out just what makes handmade-look tile so special, and see more incredible spaces featuring it, here.

Feeling inspired to make a custom tile pattern of your own? Schedule a free design consultation with one of our tile experts to get a jumpstart on your next project. Oh, and be sure to tag us @thetileshop on Instagram so we can see your unique creation!

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The saying “What’s old is new again” doesn’t ring truer than in the home design industry. Now more than ever, designers and homeowners are seeking out ways to bring a sense of character and individuality into their spaces. For the same reason reclaimed wood, antique furnishings and upcycled thrift store finds have seen a resurgence in recent years, so has the popularity of handmade tile. Unlike the classically crisp and clean nature of the medium, tile crafted by hand features delicate imperfections and organic beauty that makes each piece one of a kind.

Thanks to recent advancements in tile technology, it’s now easier than ever to mimic the nuanced look and feel of handmade tile in more durable and maintenance-friendly materials. We’re diving into all things handmade-look tile and showing you some of our favorite spaces featuring it below!

Rich Color Variation

One of the most notable features of handmade and handmade-look tile is its beautiful color variation. While a typical tile tends to display the same consistent, even-colored body throughout, a handmade option will often showcase its layers of richness with a number of varying shades. Our handmade-look Riad Sand tiles are a stunning example of this variation – while each piece of ceramic is from the same batch, their creamy tan tones deviate from tile to tile, creating a slight patchwork effect. 

Perfectly Imperfect Texture

Due to the natural pooling of glazes during the making of handmade tiles, they feature gentle waves of texture that create an enticing sensorial experience. These same textured grooves can also be seen and felt in handmade-look tiles, designed intentionally to closely mimic authentic handcrafted elements. With this subtle, one-of-a-kind dimension in each tile, walls and floors come alive with beautiful movement. 

A Hue Just for You

With a rainbow of color options from soft and subtle to bright and bold, our handmade-look tiles can easily be incorporated into any design style, allowing personality to shine. Warm- and cool-toned whites, greys, and tans create the perfect neutral backdrop for a space, while vibrant colors like rich sage greens, ocean blues, and bold lavenders offer a more striking focal point.

If you’re itching for more kitchen inspo, we rounded up 20 of our favorite kitchen designs here.

Shape It Up

Bring a whimsical touch to the everyday subway tile with a handmade-look option. While it still offers a classic overall design, the handmade elements bring a soft charm to the typically sleek and uniform style. For a more contemporary style, try our handmade-look options offered in pickets, squares, hexagons and more.

Find more tips and inspiration on designing with subway tile here.

The Final Touch

As with any tile, the finish makes all the difference when it comes to overall appearance. For a more organic look and feel, a matte finish—like that featured in our Color Market tiles—is the perfect option. To get a slightly smoother and shinier style, a gloss finish will reflect light beautifully while highlighting the tile’s unique surface texture, as can be seen in the Splendours collection. Offering a striking touch of glamour is the pearlescent finish displayed in the Mallorca tiles – glistening in the light, its luster is unmatched. 

Check out our Guide to Tile Finishes for a deep dive into the different styles offered for each tile type!

If you’re loving this one-of-a-kind style as much as we do, shop our entire assortment of over 200 handmade-look tiles here!

Explore our Customer Room Gallery to get fresh inspiration and see our tile in a variety of real spaces. Don’t forget to tag us @TheTileShop for a chance to be featured!

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Reminiscent of the vibrant colors found in the sea and sky, a coastal color palette brings a fresh, earthy feel to any space. Get ready to see some of our favorite ways these striking blues and greens can be used in a variety of unique homes!

We’re starting off with this gorgeous bathroom featuring a fully tiled walk-in shower. The glossy blue-green tones in the Color Mind Marine subway tile create a bold focal point that’s elegantly accented by gold hardware and marble hex floor tile.

Learn how to incorporate the color blue into a variety of different design styles here!

This laundry room utilizes a softer color palette of greens, blues, and greys that allows the patterned cement tile to shine – plus, the hand-painted look adds a beautiful Mediterannean vibe! Cement and cement-look tiles are a wonderful choice when trying to create a space that feels rich in character.

Catch up on the history of cement and cement-look tile, and see some of our favorite styles on the blog!

A unique mix of colors and patterns breathes life into this bathroom. The shower backsplash features a striking combination of navy and gold, while the geometric design instantly adds depth and dimension.

A calming color scheme and natural wood elements ground this dreamy boho living room while the tiled fireplace takes center stage. Pressed and painted by hand, this cement tile adds just the right amount of color and pattern to this oasis-like space.

See some of our favorite fireplace design ideas here!

If your style leans more sophisticated, you can easily dress up blue or green with a classic black-and-white palette. Black-rimmed mirrors and small-scale checkered flooring elevate the mint green cabinetry in this space to feel extra chic and elegant.

The cloth-inspired shower tile in this sleek bathroom offers a gorgeous artisanal element drawing from a color palette of metallic blues and soft browns. Balanced with the white hex flooring, the space feels both fresh and dynamic!

We’re loving the statement wall in this whimsical kitchen! Floating wood shelves and sage green cabinetry add a warm, bohemian feel to the eye-catching backsplash.

Retro and coastal design styles combine in this bathroom to create something soft and whimsical. The wooden vanity and pastel decor bring just the right amount of warmth to the space.

The bold cobalt blue shower surround contrasts beautifully against the rest of this all-marble bathroom, creating an atmosphere that’s both contemporary and luxurious.

Don’t be afraid to show off your personality in your designs! This playful bathing area features bold elements of maximalism to create something that’s truly one-of-a-kind.

Colored island cabinetry is incredibly popular right now, and coordinating it with a patterned backsplash is an easy way to make a design feel more cohesive and custom. Plus, this handmade-look tile provides a textured, artisanal style for added character!

Love tropical vibes? The Amazonia Emerald Tropic collection features a gorgeous blend of blues and greens, as well as various leafy prints to achieve an especially calming, earthy feel. The shower wall hexes bring movement and dimension to this bathroom, while the crisp white marble and green subway tile provide balance and serenity.

Bring the light-and-breezy feeling of the beach indoors with a fun shower surround! The ocean blue color of this hex mosaic contrasts beautifully against the white framed subway tile. Tying the space together is a black flower-patterned floor – a playful element we absolutely adore!

Crisp white tile featured throughout this glamorous kitchen brings a fresh energy to the space and coordinates beautifully with the rich blue cabinetry. A mix of gold and wood accents helps this design feel totally unique and custom!

An artisanal-style dream, this bathroom features handmade-look tile with a blend of soft blue tones and uneven surface texture. The patterned floor tile adds a subtle, yet impactful bohemian vibe to the space with a geometric design.

Chambray fabric-inspired, this sky blue Annie Selke tile features a raised woven design that instantly creates a soft, cozy atmosphere. Paired with bright white and gold accents, it’s effortlessly chic.

Feeling inspired to bring a bit of coastal essence into your space? Shop blue, turquoise, and green tile online, or set up a free design consultation to get advice from our tile experts!

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