DIY Christmas Decor Ideas Ho! Ho! Ho! When its December knocking everything Christmas-sy starts pondering over the mind….. A snowman in the meadow, some happily ringing sleighbells, a tall Christmas tree, some glistening fairy lights, the magical aroma of Plum cakes & a glass of red wine! How dreamy is that? But why let the feeling be in dreams only, why not get some Christmas decor right into our houses!! Even if not a winter wonderland we surely can bring the joy of Christmas ringing into your homes. Christmas decorations can range from a huge Christmas Tree 🎄 to just a small star 🌟 hanging beside your window or let’s say a little…
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Gurudwara Kitchen renovation: The Before-After Story
Kitchen Renovation- The Faith & Belief They say Kitchen is the heart of the home but what do you call a kitchen which is at a place where God resides & serves to hundreds of people!! Isn’t it the most pious place around!! I just can’t thank my stars enough that the task of renovating the Langar Kitchen of Gangtok Gurudwara fell into my laps. We recently completed the renovation project with an incredible teamwork & was applauded by one & all. So here I am all excited to unfold the story behind the scenes, what all went into it & the challenges we faced through the work. The Story…
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Mayfair Kalimpong – A Trace of fairy tale
Visit to Mayfair Himalayan Spa & Resort Kalimpong – a whiff of a fairy tale experience. Spectacular view of hills, lush green lawns, heritage hill architecture, tinkling sound of wind chimes & a pathway which is more than a hanging garden……. all this & much more embraces you with a warm & inviting feel. Yes! Mayfair Kalimpong carries you into a refreshing, breezy & cozy fantasy land. History Nestled atop the beautiful hilly town of Kalimpong, West Bengal, this place has an aura of timelessness. While the resort is now a property of Mayfair Hotels & Resorts it has a history dating back to good about 117 years. Earlier famous…
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Winter Decor Trends & Tips
Trending Winter Decor Tips While Autumn has set in after a long spell of rains here in the east, winters seem no far away. The bright and cheerful mornings and mild breezy evenings are soon going to turn into chilled windy days. This is also the time of the year when festivities are just around the corner. While we are busy shopping new clothes & accesories, it is also the best time to revamp our houses. Little changes to our home decor can turn our home into our cozy nest & make it look festival ready. So let’s take some inspiration from these lovely pictures which will help us to…
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Monastery – the Saga, the Belief , the Architecture
Monastery – the Saga, the Belief , the Architecture “Travel is more than seeing of the Sights, It is a change that goes on, deep & permanent, In the Ideas of Living” …………Anonymous So true seem these words…….the experience of exploring Sikkim has charged me with a new energy, a new spiritual air, a new inspiration & most of all a new way to IMAGINE. The colourful & unique architecture of the place has amused me as much as it’s serene natural beauty. The calmness in its air has brought forth a tranquil exploration. Sikkim boasts of an incredible history which mirrors the traditions & cultures of Tibetan & Nepalese…
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10 Floral Decor Ideas for your Home
Floral Decor Ideas Bright & Cheery Home Interiors are always a welcome & we all look forward to making our homes vibrant & happy. Springing up a Floral flair definitely works best for adding a cheerful note to the home. Floral themes bring a joyous vibe in the home with an added splash of colour around. Here I have collated some ideas where a floral element stands out boldly & spreads a cheerful radiance. These floral tips will surely transform your home with fresh patterns & designer ideas without indulging into major makeover schemes. So experience this blossoming fantasy tour and bookmark your favourite Floral Decor Idea! Floral Rug Give your entryway, foyer…
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Tulika- An Artist’s Soulful Brush
Featured Artist – Meenakshi Sharma I am so glad today to feature ‘‘TULIKA’ , an immensely incredible space which is all about Art. I recently had the pleasure of speaking to the immensely talented Founder of Tulika, Meenakshi, & came across the captivating & self taught work of her. She rightly calls her passionate space as Tulika which means a Paintbrush. For Meenakshi it is not just a brush but an instrument which strings her creative notes into a rhythmic melody. She paints with the brush dipped in the music of her soul. Each of her creation is a poetic depiction of flora and fauna. Inspired from Indian folk art & her…
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Contest Winning Entries – #mygreencorner
My Green Corner Contest – Winner Announcement Firstly, we want to send a Big Thank You to everyone who participated in our Contest and helped us make it a success. And special Congratulations to our Winners! I’m sure all our readers would enjoy going through the winning entries! Splash of colours – First Prize Caption – Splash of Colours cannot look Supreme …..Without a dash of Green… Anubha’s little corner is a collection of pots, platters, cups and a huge display of her Best out of waste- DIY skills. Her Green Corner conveys a vibrant energy through a splash of colours added to the greens. She rightly conveys the message…
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Monsoon Hacks for a Charming home
My Monsoon Story Think Monsoons & the romantic jingles start tickling your mind. The idea of a cozy spot overlooking the monsoon showers with sounds of pitter patter adding to the beats of an old Bollywood song playing in the background and a cup of hot chai!! What a picturesque scene that lifts the spirits high!! Errrrrrrr……….errrr…. But Come Monsoon, and the scene is absolutely different. The daily trouble of dealing with moisture, humidity & fungus makes all the romantic ideas hide in the clouds & worry of fungus and bad odour in the almirah, clothes, shoes tick tocks now and then. But applying small hacks to your everyday routine can…
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Room Divider Ideas – Add a Creative Layer
Room Divider Ideas Whether you are making space for multiple activities, or looking for creating a cozy nook in your room or just aimimg to separate different areas for better management, ‘Room Dividers or Partitions’ are the most preferred option. This post will help you get ideas, which collates a variety of Room Divider Ideas which offer unique & creative ways to carve out your space as per your needs. While these Room Dividers are functionally outstanding they are elegantly gorgeous too !! Contemporary Room Divider This idea works perfect when you are looking at separating your living or drawing areas. It acts as a charming showcase for your collectibles…
