The History of Mosaic Art
We like to think of Mosaic as a form of “puzzle art“ – which has traditionally been used in decorating both interior and exterior spaces. The art of mosaic work has remained mostly unchanged since their origins in Mesopotamia – between 4,000 to 5,000 years ago. The art evolved and added beauty and colour to walls,…
Make a Grand Entrance this Diwali
Your entrance and perhaps also a foyer area – if styled with care and love – can set the tone for a feel -good celebration. Something that’s much needed to elevate everyone’s spirits. Whether you choose to express yourself with humble but handmade terracotta love from the local potter down the road or bring out…
6 Ways to get set for Diwali 2022
The festival of lights, laughter, of giving and receiving is just around the corner. We love how the festive spirit is slowly manifesting – with evening card games and family dinners, with a gentle nip in the evening air creating a happy and festive vibe. Our creative team has come together and shares their recommendations on…
Tanjore Paintings – Tales of Royalty and Religion
The classical, ornate and lavish style of painting from the town of Tanjore (also known as Thanjavur) in Tamil Nadu, is today eponymously called as Tanjore Painting or Tanjore Art. While the tradition of Tanjore art goes back to the early 17th century and was used as an object of worship in temples and homes,…
Festive Gifting Ideas – 2022
Gifting sweets and chocolates and dry fruits are now so passé. If you’re running out of inspiration and gifting ideas – we’ve got the perfect selection for you to choose from. Our ultimate gifting guide is guaranteed to make you the toast of your family and friends. So that you enjoy the festivities to the…
A World of Light: Diyas, Tea lights, Candles
Today, with the hustle culture overwhelming our way of life, we frequently forget to stop and enjoy the little things in life. Some of us are the exception. We travel back to our roots by immersing ourselves in traditions and rituals that bring us true peace. Lighting a lamp or diya is one such endeavour…
Trending Cushion Cover Design Ideas in 2022
Cushions and Throw Pillows are pretty standard part of our home décor. So what is the big deal about exploring style ideas and trends for something so basic and one that we take pretty much for granted ? The Big Deal about Cushion Covers For starters – changing cushion covers is the quickest and easiest…
Kalamkari – Weaving Timeless Stories
The traditional art of Kalamkari uses vegetable dyes as colours and utilises unique pens made from the bamboo tree to paint by hand on cotton or silk fabric. The Persian term “Kalamkari,” in which “Kalam” means pen and ‘Kari’ means workmanship, encapsulates the origin of the word “Kalamkari. This craft requires 23 time-consuming procedures, including…
How to Choose Ceiling Lights for your Home
Lighting matters – and not just for essential tasks. Great lighting can dramatically transform a space. It adds depth and sets the tone and changes the vibe of a room. Lighting can draw attention to parts of a room and create accents – or lack of it can create mysterious and compelling corners and spaces….
The Prettiest Artisanal Rakhis for Rakshabandhan 2022
As we look forward to the beginning of the festive season this year – beginning with Rakshabandhan in August it’s a time to reaffirm bonds of love – with the tying of a ‘Rakhi’ around the wrist of a brother by his sister. With time – and as there are new spins on tradition –…