Every year (for the last 5 years) we have made the usual trek to a pumpkin farm, picked up some pumpkins & a couple of days later, my front porch would sport a happy pumpkin & it’s slightly wicked smiley cousin. This year though, saw some painted pumpkins on Pinterest & immediately knew that it […]
How To Make Beeswax Candles
With the upcoming festival season, we are all getting ready with our finest festive attires, pulling the brassware out, preparing the menus, planning decorations, it is indeed a joyous time of the year! You can catch up on my previous posts on how to host your parties in an eco friendly way here, here and […]
10 reasons to use greenery in décor
If you have noticed , more often I use big branches of leaves in my styling instead of flowers. Mainly because, I enjoy the wild, yet simple no fuzz look greenery brings to the space. Also, why settle for the usual when you can create something unique for your everyday décor. And by greenery here, […]
How to DIY an easy plant table
I am planning to bring in a series of simple DIYs for around the home.First in this series is a super simple side table that doesn’t require any power tools or man power. A makeshift side table that is very laid back & oozes oodles of boho charm and you can use this in a […]
Creating a welcoming entryway – shop your home edition.
Entryways –tiny as they may be in most cases,they are often overlooked & relegated as the space to toss your shoes & mails in.Well, Small or big, an entryway is not a place for mismatched socks & disheveled shoes & jackets.With just a little bit of vision they could be so much more! It is […]
A look back on summer…
Summer went by fast… almost in a haze.It began amidst lock down. It began with us getting used to what looked like the new norm.Time went by fast & slow at the same time. Time went by worrying about parents & family back in India.Time went by worrying about scheduling grocery pickups & sanitizing […]
Spring Around the House
Coming out of the cold & dreary days, what does the word spring conjure up for you? I have never been a seasonal decorator except during winter, I have a lot of throws around & festivals of course get special treatment. Other than that, I have never swapped out pillows or cushions when the season […]
How to Create a Gallery Wall
I cannot stress enough on how much I love gallery walls. There is no easier way of displaying your memories, your life journey, your interests, your passion than a gallery wall. Seriously! When done well, it is a beautiful reminder of things that you appreciate, admire & are thankful of. If you follow me on […]
Sun room makeover
It’s hard not to say this about every room, but the sunroom is hands down our favorite. Not just us, to our friends & even to first timers as well. People just tend to gravitate towards the sunroom. Even before it was all decked up, this room with windows on 3 sides, with views of […]
How to get ready for Diwali
Diwali is a festival of lights, love & family togetherness. While historically, it signifies the battle of good against the evil, I now see it as a day to rejoice & celebrate all the battles you have faced and overcome in your day-to-day life. It is a day to remember that even though the good […]