Keep it light, fresh and bright: welcome summer in style
It is that time of the year when the breeze is getting warmer, days are longer and the flowers on the mango trees are in full bloom. Woollens are being…
Photo essay: Upcycling idea – old window to a shabby chic travel souvenir placeholder
If you have been following my blog for sometime, you must be familiar with my festish for sourcing old unused items aka “junk” and upcycling them into something useful. Most…
Embrace the quirk, revel in kitsch: ideas to give your home a unique character and a personal touch
“Your home should tell the story of who you are, and be a collection of what you love bought together under one roof” – Nate Berkus It is often said…
Photo essay: Upcycling an old iron storage trunk to a quirky living room accessory
Storage trunks of the yesteryears have always caught my fascination. Normally tucked under the bed or stashed away on the attic, these black/ olive green heavy duty iron storage boxes…
Home Canvas: the one stop shop for all your décor needs
As the popular saying goes there is no place like home and your home is always a true reflection of your personality. The pleasure of doing up your home by…
Guest post: 5 easy and quick ways to give your Living Room a new look
Spending some quality time with your loved ones on a lazy spring afternoon is one of life’s choicest blessings, isn’t it? It surely is! That’s why home décor experts strongly…
Upcycling ideas with an old bench, pair of doors and discarded frames: Part II
As I mentioned in my last post, up-cycling is a hobby I am deeply passionate about. And when the item to be reused/up-cycled is wood, I really do not want…
Upcycling ideas with an old bench, pair of doors and discarded frames: Part I
If you have been reading my blog for sometime, I guess you are familiar with my love for reusing stuff by up-cycling. I enjoy transforming old stuff that has been…
LLADRÓ: handmade porcelain creations par excellence
Given my love for artefacts and souvenirs, visiting the Lladró store in the swanky UB city was truly a delight. The renowned Spanish brand is the epitome of luxury, prestige…
The courtyard house: top 5 decor inspirations
The classic charm and elegance of courtyard houses is something that never fails to enamor me. The history and origin of these houses in India date all the way back…