The Joy of Macramé

Macramé is a French word that means ‘knot’. A century-old knotting technique that was prevalent in the 1970s as home decor trend. It is a form of textile art which weaves you into its story since it’s purely done by hand, without needles, and by weaving threads or cords together into simple as well as…

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The Precious Art of Mata ni Pachedi

In Gujarat, the Mother Goddess is worshipped by her “pujaks” or worshippers for her blessings – including members of the Vaghri community. Due to caste restrictions earlier, they were not allowed to enter temples, so they painted images of the goddess on fabric hangings –  which were displayed during ceremonies and later put away when not…

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Reviving Tholu Bommalata Art

India has a rich culture and a diverse heritage. Every state also has its own legacy – of art and craft that are linked back to the lives of their ancestors. One such art form from Andhra Pradesh is Tholu Bommalata Art. Understanding Tholu Bommalata Art The word ‘Tholu’ means leather and ‘Bommalu’ means dolls…

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Celebrating our Women Partners

This International Women’s Day, we celebrate women entrepreneurs & artisans who have found success after stepping outside their comfort zones. We are proud to be celebrating womanhood – and the achievements of our women seller partners. Explore their craft, read their stories, and let’s support them! Amaryn Deepa Pant founded the label Amaryn, under the…

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Top Table Lamp Trends for 2022

Table Lamps are small lamps designed to be placed on a table or any piece of furniture. They add personality to a room and can create a warm, welcoming and cozy atmosphere. Use of Table Lamps Table lamps are versatile and can be used in every room. In case of a study or a home…

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Furniture Trends 2021 – Wrap-Up!

Because home is where the heart is, we celebrate its beauty and the things that make it special! Let’s revisit 2021’s Trends in Home Furniture – that you’ve appreciated & taken home this year! From modern rustic to vintage to sustainable options and more… explore our collection of artistic furniture! Tend Modern Rustic Vintage Sustainable…

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The Craft Tradition of Thewa

Thewa is a craft form practiced by a small number of artisans who work to fuse filigreed gold sheets onto glass. This hereditary craft is practiced by artisans in the towns of Pratapgarh in Rajasthan and Rampura in Madhya Pradesh. Even today – these master craftsmen use red, green, or blue glass as a base…

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Plant your winter garden !

Each season has its own charm. And nature has her way of spreading her abundance and colour all the year round – with a bit of love and care from us. Temperatures are now ranging from mild to cold – depending upon where you are – but with a bit of effort and persistence –…

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