tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-73372852964361400152024-03-13T00:49:27.736-07:00My Dream CanvasMy Dream Canvas is a lifestyle blog on design and decor. The Shop at MDC is my little online boutique filled with Eclectic treasures and Global Finds.My Dream Canvashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15278665643505830160noreply@blogger.comBlogger1576125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7337285296436140015.post-72528993729954379792022-04-25T15:38:00.002-07:002022-04-25T16:35:33.821-07:00Wailuku, Hawaii and the story of a table runner that I couldn't resist!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHsjBjttEorqpx3PGlBXiQLtExs_syT40JYH5p0W5KUQu2aiij-p6Uw9umel0CRzLZvnTkRb3jx_h1WiXVDDWFoYke0kIwtISiWTCiHRWyBmAq1Nvkmf0WQA6PReexFfoHi-noi8lPw40xHAAIK-6C5J3qJqpvbtyD01x4LV-M6niuBCKQKZZJMv1eGw/s4032/IMG-4051.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHsjBjttEorqpx3PGlBXiQLtExs_syT40JYH5p0W5KUQu2aiij-p6Uw9umel0CRzLZvnTkRb3jx_h1WiXVDDWFoYke0kIwtISiWTCiHRWyBmAq1Nvkmf0WQA6PReexFfoHi-noi8lPw40xHAAIK-6C5J3qJqpvbtyD01x4LV-M6niuBCKQKZZJMv1eGw/w480-h640/IMG-4051.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Wow!! Hello there! I am embarrassed to say its been more than a year since my last post. It is something, I hope to rectify. I will strive to be more regular with my posts. </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">It is funny how a simple thing like a table runner inspired me to return to blogging :) There is a small story about how this runner came home with me. I love shopping local when I am on vacation. Somehow, the busy souvenir shops and the high end retailers near fancy resorts hold very little appeal for me. I have nothing against them but I enjoy the small local stores and farmers/flea markets way more. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">We were recently on a trip to Maui. This was our second trip back there and I had made a list of some of the towns that I wanted to visit. I had read an article about Wailuku at the base of the West Maui mountains. Often overlooked by tourists, Wailuku is slowly emerging as a cultural and culinary town and is going through an interesting revival. We were in fact told by one of the shopkeepers that she was impressed by the fact that we made it there and that we were truly off the beaten track :)</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">We browsed a few shops and one of them had some art work but was also selling fresh flowers. A lady came by to pick up the most dazzling display of fresh flowers. We got chatting and she told us to walk with her to see her store. We went along and entered a delightful looking gallery. The gallery was impressive and she introduced us to her husband who was the artist. </span></span><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(85, 85, 85); color: #555555; font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; text-align: left;">Christine‘s</span><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"> husband Philip Sabado was born and raised on the tiny island of Molokai. He studied art in California and years later moved back to Hawaii. He now has a studio in Wailuku. It was a delight chatting with the couple. The artwork in the gallery was amazing !! </span><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(85, 85, 85); color: #555555; font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; text-align: left;">Christine </span><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">mentioned how during the pandemic she decided to use his artwork to create textiles and especially table linen. I was intrigued. Lately, I have become obsessed with the taro plant after seeing it in a local shop in the Seattle area. Their giant green leaves have stolen my heart. I am waiting impatiently for my local nursery store to get some taro plants. While it is going to be a challenge to grow it in the Pacific Northwest weather, I am certainly going to give it a go :) It was truly love at first sight when I glanced upon this runner with the taro leaves. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">I bought the runner and l love seeing it on my table back home. Shopping for me is all about the experience and about meeting and interacting with locals. I will never forget how a random exchange at another store led us to this gallery. A memorable conversation combined with meeting the artist made this shopping experience truly one of a kind!!</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">I do hope you enjoyed this story of how this runner came into my life :-) Do stop by <a href="https://www.sabadoarthawaii.com/our-gallery">Sabado Art Hawaii</a>. if you are ever in Maui, you will not regret it. Our conversation with the artist and his wife was as engaging as the art itself. Interacting with them, one felt how liberating it must be to truly follow your passion and make a career of it!</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">I am sure a lot of you have interesting stories that go with something you bought. I would love for you to share your story with me :-) Drop me a comment and let me know.</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Thank you for your patience and for coming back to My Dream Canvas :)</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhg8dCntE9goQOu-mCq7u5p6k5_Z2k2Np7biNXvzWeVrDYxFPNWU594fjvqQICS_NlAxwoYL8HIouQtptL3P-jvosY7bdXZO0sgd4L_QXXasMQM4RmuFcoOkguE-HA4IpLPfaMqIV5B7ulEeV20dQdFyLJVZZTshPbG-By3vCJxKFsKND5_l9iUURo9Sg/s4032/IMG-4061.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhg8dCntE9goQOu-mCq7u5p6k5_Z2k2Np7biNXvzWeVrDYxFPNWU594fjvqQICS_NlAxwoYL8HIouQtptL3P-jvosY7bdXZO0sgd4L_QXXasMQM4RmuFcoOkguE-HA4IpLPfaMqIV5B7ulEeV20dQdFyLJVZZTshPbG-By3vCJxKFsKND5_l9iUURo9Sg/w480-h640/IMG-4061.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><span style="font-family: verdana;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></span></p>Images: Copyright My Dream Canvas</span><br /><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span><p></p><p><br class="Apple-interchange-newline" /></p>My Dream Canvashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15278665643505830160noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7337285296436140015.post-35792999527249523172021-01-24T16:48:00.000-08:002021-01-24T16:48:46.611-08:00Maadhumita's Curated Abode in Singapore<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: medium;"><i><br /></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: medium;"><i>I am delighted to begin my first post of the year 2021 with a Home Tour. Maadhumita's Mukherjee's home in Singapore evokes an old world charm that is infused with an impeccable personal style. It is like walking into a beautifully curated space with the most delightful accessories. </i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: medium;"><i><br /></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: medium;"><i>It is a warm and elegant home, well layered with textures and patterns that all blend together perfectly. I asked Maadhumita to describe her style in her own words so here goes.</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: medium;"><i><br /></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: medium;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><i>"We have been away from India for the last 35 years, but my heart and soul are still there. My love for antiques or vintage items came from growing up in colonial homes on the outskirts of Kolkata. Those were huge bungalows with wooden staircases, verandas with balustrades and filled with polished teakwood furniture. Scouting for old teakwood furniture is my passion. I have brought home many old broken-down pieces of furniture and restored them. My four-poster Burma teak bed is an antique which I picked up from one of the shops selling old furniture in Kolkata. The city used to be a haven for old furniture but nowadays it’s difficult to get genuine pieces.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> Despite that, </span>I still browse the shops, scouting for vintage artifacts.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></i></span><i style="color: #6fa8dc;">Vintage</i><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><i> things appeal to me. The walls of my home are covered with paintings and unique traditional pieces like framed prabhavalis. These artworks create a focal point and give the room a finished look. Artworks can be photographs, simple fabrics that are framed or even children’s drawings. They don’t need to be expensive.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></i></span></span></div><p></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc; font-family: verdana; font-size: medium;"><i>My husband and I started collecting quite early. We used to buy artworks of unknown artists who are quite famous now. Only later did I go for more well-known contemporary artists from Bengal. Fresh flowers and indoor plants give my home a fresh look. </i></span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc; font-family: verdana; font-size: medium;"><i>I have learned a lot from my mother. She was a big inspiration. She used to keep a beautiful home. I start with a neutral palette and add cushions, artifacts, carpets and lamps to introduce color to my rooms.</i></span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc; font-family: verdana; font-size: medium;"><i>After living in Singapore for many years I have come to appreciate handicrafts from Thailand, Myanmar, China and Vietnam. I have a collection of bells from Thailand and Myanmar. Additionally, Chinese calligraphy brushes with lovely handles are on my coffee table.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> I also have w</span>ooden lotuses from Chiang Mai hanging above my bed. Each piece is beautifully handcrafted.</i></span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc; font-family: verdana; font-size: medium;"><i>My home in Kolkata is ready and we plan to go back very soon"</i></span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc; font-family: verdana; font-size: medium;"><i><br /></i></span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: medium;">What a fascinating journey don't you think? Thank you Maadhumita for sharing your haven with the readers of My Dream Canvas. Wishing you all the best for your journey back to Kolkata. I am sure you will weave your magic there too. MDC will be waiting for a home tour part 2 from India :) It was hard to pick a favorite nook in her home as every corner is a delightful mosaic of interesting and colorful pieces.</span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: medium;">My own love for vintage and colonial pieces made me instantly connect with so much of her home :) Do follow her on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/maadhumita/">Instagram</a> where she shares snippets of her home. Sharing a few images from her lovely abode on the blog today.....</span></p><p class="p1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: medium;"><i><br /></i></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsMzkcKYwUx5n8N3kwvotC64K8GREwep7_fux6ykCGK7J6p6sNx47cnRbs1BYPCmk_yt1tDUsuA4EiOl-a5OVUZMeuGOjVlNDW15bJ58xMe_CUCFuXS8O-u00VcMl7rOXqhII5ycXOvbM-/s1000/Seventhb.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="750" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsMzkcKYwUx5n8N3kwvotC64K8GREwep7_fux6ykCGK7J6p6sNx47cnRbs1BYPCmk_yt1tDUsuA4EiOl-a5OVUZMeuGOjVlNDW15bJ58xMe_CUCFuXS8O-u00VcMl7rOXqhII5ycXOvbM-/w480-h640/Seventhb.jpg" width="480" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">This painting of Durga has my heart :)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjckJBW7Uh0S_F-j2xdgOXM1qFDW8VX6OytFuKbdwpo9xVEXwog3K6UNtdhVaxiUh5D3K2OosplyTXmKesytvUeT9Ud50GwJ0ScLKyGv299L6aNecv1qbJFZJOUOx9oo5KcMfqbmBUcfDTy/s640/Seventhc.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjckJBW7Uh0S_F-j2xdgOXM1qFDW8VX6OytFuKbdwpo9xVEXwog3K6UNtdhVaxiUh5D3K2OosplyTXmKesytvUeT9Ud50GwJ0ScLKyGv299L6aNecv1qbJFZJOUOx9oo5KcMfqbmBUcfDTy/s16000/Seventhc.jpg" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /> </span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="750" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD6qgVOSJg_Z69hyphenhyphen_gGsgxYAXc74SCHpBEptHO-aXwanNkp3lcPO3ZhqrFrq-oFwOX7vwY7dkZ2ovdBdI8GDAmweGsceP_PquonPUm-SDxzBQF8q06-_yd59T2Ig_-sz9aCtpAWvL3FP0B/w480-h640/Fourthb.jpg" width="480" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span><p><span style="font-family: verdana;">I love this vignette with the lovely bells.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIjEjVrh2ZskN_zKHWzUXWBr8nNTnwOI0N4ewaDXHruYJ4VLCiyn9Vh42EbO1FLU0g26KQtoW4Yjz8ytdi4fnW2F2ZsanG7Loio62fD7JX5_dN9C7kohcqKmfVNX2J0s8pS8O_ibia6vzg/s1000/Sixthb.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="750" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIjEjVrh2ZskN_zKHWzUXWBr8nNTnwOI0N4ewaDXHruYJ4VLCiyn9Vh42EbO1FLU0g26KQtoW4Yjz8ytdi4fnW2F2ZsanG7Loio62fD7JX5_dN9C7kohcqKmfVNX2J0s8pS8O_ibia6vzg/w480-h640/Sixthb.jpg" width="480" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Images : <a href="https://www.instagram.com/maadhumita/">Maadhumita Mukherjee</a> and subject to copyright.</span><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><br />My Dream Canvashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15278665643505830160noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7337285296436140015.post-14283325678459859122020-11-28T09:24:00.001-08:002020-11-28T09:57:39.180-08:00Anubhuti's Decor Alchemy<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">I remember that when I was younger, my mother’s constant worry was that I could not cook :) She tried in vain to get me into the kitchen but I was constantly shielded by my Grandmother who said "she will do it when she has to, let her be.” I was definitely not interested in cooking back then, but I loved to set up a pretty table :) My Mom always said that food should not only taste good, but look good and should be served well. Now the last part, I could connect with :) For all the dinner parties at home, I was in charge of setting the table. My Dad was in the Army so entertaining was a big part of our lives. Eventually, I did tackle the cooking part and I cook endlessly now :)</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">With the festive season in full swing, table decor takes center stage. Today, I am delighted to feature Anubhuti's home on the blog. She is a fellow Seattleite and has exquisite taste in decor. Her styling is a work of art. It is refreshing, elegant and eclectic and I absolutely love it!!</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">This is a peak into her Diwali table from a few weeks ago. I asked Anubhuti to share a few lines about herself, so here goes....</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">"<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><i>An engineer with an artistic brain...with a strong passion for interior design, decor, gardening/landscaping and all things beautiful! </i></span></span><i style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: verdana;">My design style is contemporary blend of South East Asian mixed with Parisian style. </i><i style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: verdana;">I love playing with textures and mixing styles and elements in unusual ways to bring that uniqueness in my decor/design work"</i></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Fabulous right? Now, who would not want to be a guest at this table :)</span></span></p><p> <br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7BIPCwrN3idZirX0kH4H13wpIudPi17jpT0DthY6X8TdhgdOHuOxYkOxW4pBY3gS6mz7oHacyaf5FjQe1BIA3ACfwSaS8ZFwBw2sW7GYt0YqFtrYqDqPqn5N-KbS5BYAcLh06c2F_g49s/s2048/anubhuti21.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7BIPCwrN3idZirX0kH4H13wpIudPi17jpT0DthY6X8TdhgdOHuOxYkOxW4pBY3gS6mz7oHacyaf5FjQe1BIA3ACfwSaS8ZFwBw2sW7GYt0YqFtrYqDqPqn5N-KbS5BYAcLh06c2F_g49s/w480-h640/anubhuti21.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p><br /></p><span style="font-family: verdana;">Anubhuti's style is unique. She has a knack of incorporating a variety of elements and yet, somehow manages to give it a cohesive look.Take a look at these incredible images to see what I mean.......</span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV_EZbpzEH0Hd4_T8Vuvl_GNOZLsI1PeKJ51tWzybbsJ_vVH90-DarQ_NgNyuQRR5YufBtycG5mx6PfM6rD7Fufb5NLfIvfE9iZlyCqZLG98dAesv7Otgmd3jnchEWWV9IPVSbBqHSuFK5/s2048/anubhuti19.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV_EZbpzEH0Hd4_T8Vuvl_GNOZLsI1PeKJ51tWzybbsJ_vVH90-DarQ_NgNyuQRR5YufBtycG5mx6PfM6rD7Fufb5NLfIvfE9iZlyCqZLG98dAesv7Otgmd3jnchEWWV9IPVSbBqHSuFK5/w480-h640/anubhuti19.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZ0QfErgKFPtyvjWqAkEBGfT-LVm-3PJ9H5Eoq10zkk_oKN3DcGoQSjepWR8TxwmC_mCRVgRVUNRs4b7-XANhyphenhyphenpr0PBjZ8tr-Eaefhy6DRRFxEChN-xE7XpVAMYTA-noagGyr8_FQcd1P_/s2048/anubhuti18.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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Do follow Anubhuti's journey at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/decoralchemy/">Decoralchemy</a> on Instagram</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Images: Anubhuti Singh @ <a href="https://www.instagram.com/decoralchemy/">decoralchemy</a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/decoralchemy/"><br /></a></div><br /><p></p>My Dream Canvashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15278665643505830160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7337285296436140015.post-12280057114506209382020-11-10T17:03:00.000-08:002020-11-10T17:03:45.671-08:00Neha's " My Curated Home"<p><span style="font-family: verdana;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdH0qW9GgpumVNKI6_jgW7tiYQq1bRIWmca8C75uGOq1WYXHE_Eq78WBy6bQhUkUaXAWQP6AEuoZZXNMsqiJPrv8ZOKtsA57gineIUDOrZ3yL91oj87oXI0sceF4g0b5dVlDk7ojvHVXOY/s2048/finalneha.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdH0qW9GgpumVNKI6_jgW7tiYQq1bRIWmca8C75uGOq1WYXHE_Eq78WBy6bQhUkUaXAWQP6AEuoZZXNMsqiJPrv8ZOKtsA57gineIUDOrZ3yL91oj87oXI0sceF4g0b5dVlDk7ojvHVXOY/w480-h640/finalneha.jpeg" width="480" /></a></span></div><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></span></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">This year is whizzing by. I cant believe its November and Diwali is a few days away. This pandemic has lasted longer than all of us could ever have imagined. Our homes were always special but this year it has meant even more. Today, I am thrilled to share a lovely home in Texas. Neha Animesh lives in Dallas with her family. Neha's Instagram is filled with delightful corners of her home. "My Curated Home" as she likes to call it, is truly a thoughtfully created and well put together home. I am particularly drawn to how, she mixes various design elements and yet manages to give it such a cohesive look. The home looks warm and clutter free with an eclectic vibe. Fresh flowers and lots of house plants add to the charm :)</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">I asked Neha to describe her home in her own words....</span></span></div><p></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><i><span style="font-family: helvetica;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">"I grew up in northern India- UP and Delhi, and spent my college days in Mumbai and Goa. I moved to the US in 2003 and now this is Home. My day job is in IT but I am a creator by heart and by passion. I love everything handmade. If there’s anything that I think I can make, I will definitely give it a try. </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">I love to paint, almost all the artwork in my home is made by yours truly, except the Ganesha painting which was a house warming gift from my aunt. </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">My decorating mantra follows no particular style. It has evolved a lot and continues to evolve, and I believe that’s how it should be. One’s home should grow with you. </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">My Mom had a passion for gardening and I’ve inherited that love from her. My decor is incomplete without plants and flowers. </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">My other love reflected in my home is travel, which I inherited from my Dad. Growing up we traveled extensively as he loved to travel. I love exploring new places and cultures and bringing a part of them back home as memories. </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">I have a deep love for Indian textiles and Indian arts and crafts. The myriad of colors and textures that they add to any space is unmatched. </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">I have always loved color in my home, but I see myself gravitating to more clean lines and neutrals lately. I add pops of color to add interest. I do enjoy decorating for the seasons and love to switch the colors in and out based on the time of the year. </span></span></i></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><i style="font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: helvetica;">Making a house a home is a process. One, where you curate your space over time with all the things that you love and have a meaning in your life. Where, every time you sit back and look at something, it brings back a memory and a smile on your face" </span></i></p><p><i><span style="font-family: helvetica;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-7a142366-7fff-aa5a-fa27-cca59b656297"></span></span></i></p><p><span style="font-family: helvetica;"><i></i></span></p><p></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Thanks Neha for inviting us into your haven. Here is a lovely collection of images from her home.....<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgL6Jr9xPz2i9HaeKlg2Huz_c65r_n8z1QcH4q1eita0GDZ2thh9-5raJqTM-qDY7DSha4jKTxEuVJKJM-_PVCIHtGtTjFoGSzLab-ILb8WtDyw7x7duWNrf95jPKB8lLb9Z4AFfTOG13RJ/s640/image10.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="472" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgL6Jr9xPz2i9HaeKlg2Huz_c65r_n8z1QcH4q1eita0GDZ2thh9-5raJqTM-qDY7DSha4jKTxEuVJKJM-_PVCIHtGtTjFoGSzLab-ILb8WtDyw7x7duWNrf95jPKB8lLb9Z4AFfTOG13RJ/w472-h640/image10.jpeg" width="472" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Images: Neha Animesh @ <a href="https://www.instagram.com/my.curated.home/">my.curated.home</a> and subject to Copyright.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span><p></p>My Dream Canvashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15278665643505830160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7337285296436140015.post-31950334600216233782020-09-25T08:04:00.000-07:002020-09-25T08:04:53.344-07:00Anuja's Plant Filled Abode<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Sometimes all I have to see is one image that is unforgettable and I yearn to see more :) Anuja's home in Ahmedabad (India) has such delightful vignettes that you can never have enough :) It is like a fascinating tapestry made up of earthy elements, plants and brassware. Apart from her impeccable styling, she is also a fellow Army brat and that just pleases my heart :) Anuja grew up in a home where her mother kept a beautifully styled home and that has influenced her immensely. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: verdana;">Anuja is an extremely accomplished athlete. She was the National high board and spring board diving champion for nearly 10 years and trained in London with the British Olympic team. She flew with Air India as a flight attendant for 10 years and has traveled around the globe.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: verdana;">Today, Anuja Cambatta is a landscapist, plant stylist and a Bonsai artist. With more than 18 years of experience in organic farming, she promotes sustainable landscaping. She has mastered her skills by learning from the best in the industry via workshops, international Bonsai conventions and an NID course. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: verdana;"><a href="http://www.dragonflyfarm.in/">Dragonfly farm</a> was found by Anuja three years ago. It is a nursery, situated in the outskirts of Ahmedabad, with a large collection of Bonsais, styled plants along with an interesting range of garden accessories. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; text-align: start;"><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">In her words "We create designs and undertake landscaping contracts for residences, offices, cafes, restaurants and events. Indoor and outdoor garden design is our specialty. My design style is to use hardy species for plantation, use local materials and artisans for making accessories, integrate antiques in styling spaces and create a contemporary look with an international appeal.</div></span><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #222222;"><br /></span></div><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; text-align: start;"><div style="text-align: left;">A fascinating journey, don't you think? So many life experiences have contributed to her home being truly one of a kind. Visit The <a href="http://www.dragonflyfarm.in/">Dragonflyfarm</a> to know more about her story and her work and follow her on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/anujacambatta/">Instagram</a> for a daily dose of beauty and creativity.</div></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Step into Anuja's plant filled abode and prepare to be amazed :)</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpO4vWeWfKOnxJmOaY8fmT1mGVpAib9csFUt-eryDlYaLjBl4Or0fEAYnD5T3B9i0-NbuMu9tty9J1Yy_Q0rRz2kPfDgRRPhccNYAvdyfqHKTK8xxkjDBVDPRrxGaeE2zvQLWmE07qDgHu/s640/IMG_9507.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpO4vWeWfKOnxJmOaY8fmT1mGVpAib9csFUt-eryDlYaLjBl4Or0fEAYnD5T3B9i0-NbuMu9tty9J1Yy_Q0rRz2kPfDgRRPhccNYAvdyfqHKTK8xxkjDBVDPRrxGaeE2zvQLWmE07qDgHu/s16000/IMG_9507.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"> Images : Anuja Cambatta and subject to Copyright.</span></div><div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div><br /></div>My Dream Canvashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15278665643505830160noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7337285296436140015.post-31451909829966621562020-09-04T08:17:00.001-07:002020-09-04T08:57:23.113-07:00Ashwini's A Cottage in the Hills<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Its been over a decade of blogging, yet I am as excited today about featuring a home tour on the blog as I was on the first day :) Meeting and connecting with like minded people, nurturing virtual friendships and being part of this decor blogger community has been immensely fulfilling. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Today, I am featuring the home of a fellow Seattle resident. It has been fun knowing Ashwini over the years. Though we have never sat down and had a long overdue cup of tea together, we have had lots of online chats :) Ashwini has a lovely home which she has decorated meticulously over time.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Warm, with oodles of charm and sophistication, her home is an absolute delight.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">I asked Ashwini to describe her journey and her home in her own words. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Here is what she has to say...</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><i>"I am a neuroscientist by the day and a mom/foodie and home décor enthusiast around the clock :) My décor style is inspired by my Indian heritage. It is also warm, practical and comfortable. Ever since, I was a little girl growing up in Mumbai, I’ve seen my mom constantly decorate our house with souvenirs from our travels and combine them with a wide variety of indoor plants. My sister and I have followed suit. We would constantly move things around, add our home-made crafts to the mix and infuse my mom’s décor with some of our creativity. Fast forward many years later, my mother-in-law’s house became another source of inspiration. Her house has a different style and includes lots of handmade embroidery by her mother, vintage pieces as well as souvenirs from their travels in India and abroad. </i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><i><br /></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><i>Both these styles, though very different, have a single-minded purpose. They aim to create a comfortable haven for the family and reflect their personalities, culture and inner selves. </i></span><i style="font-family: verdana;">For me, this also means preserving a part of India in my house. We custom remodeled our home to reflect some of the things germane to India, hand stained wooden window frames, a handmade terracotta kitchen backsplash, custom bamboo blinds and terracotta floor tiles for the temple area. My pride is my art collection. Each piece has been curated with a lot of thought and has a personal relevance. My art collection is comprised of both unique/one-of-a-kind items as well as decor items that I have accumulated from some wonderful friends on social media. To name a few, there is Anu (@mydreamcanvas) , Chandan Dubey, Meenal (@paintpotteryproducts), Rashmi (@rkrishnappa), Shruti (@thebluetrunk), Lydia (@stonehouseartifacts), Deepika (@saffronanddaisies), Arpita (@vintagevistara) and Sumedha (@hast_kari). Some retail stores that I love are The Bombay Store, WorldMarket and HomeGoods.</i></div><p></p><div dir="auto" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><i>I also love combining vintage with modern, wood with metal and splashes of color with neutral tones. Patsy Stone had once said “One should never be the oldest thing in one’s house”. You will see this theme resonate all over my house. Each artifact in my house has a story to tell. Many pieces have experienced events and lived in a time unbeknownst to me. An example is an aarti diya I got from an old Gulbarga temple. These days I like taking silver and brass </i></span><i style="font-family: verdana;">family </i><span style="font-family: verdana;"><i>heirlooms (mostly used for worship prviously) and repurposing them into vases. Anu has been a true inspiration for me! Logging into Instagram and seeing Anu’s stories, motivates me to be creative. (</i><b>I am so touched and honored Ashwini, thank you for the kind words).</b></span></div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: left;"><i style="font-family: verdana;"> </i></div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: left;"><i style="font-family: verdana;">My favorite art piece is a watercolor I commissioned from Kalpana Hebbar. It is a painting of Lord Surya with his seven horses. Typically, amongst Indian deities, Surya is not a mainstream motif when it comes to home décor. However his smiling, peaceful face and glowing colors make up for our gloomy Pacific NW weather."</i></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #888888; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: left;"><br /></div><p><span style="color: #888888;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Thank you Ashwini for that wonderful insight into your home. Here are some images of her home. 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Follow her on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/acottageinthehills/">Instagram </a>for more snippets into her life and home!</span></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>My Dream Canvashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15278665643505830160noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7337285296436140015.post-79088916231581184462020-08-05T07:58:00.001-07:002020-08-05T20:22:42.437-07:00Suparna's Vibrant Abode in Kolkata<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2020 seems to be passing by quickly despite the global pandemic that has crippled the world. Staying indoors has made all of us into homebodies. Somehow, the comfort of home is something we can no longer take for granted. The four walls of our homes has become out safe refuge during these uncertain times. Today, I am happy to share a warm and vibrant home from India.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Suparna Deb's home is full of color and artifacts. She seems to be quite a collector. I am drawn to the various corners of her home. There is so much life and creativity in the vignettes she creates. Suparna and I clearly share a passion for fresh flowers :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I asked Suparna to share her home and her story in a few words. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">"<i> I am Suparna, and I am a member of Central Civil Service of India. At present I am based in Kolkata. I am an an avid traveller, with a love and passion for writing, heritage, history and art and crafts. I am a storyteller and my home reflects the same :)</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>My favorite quote is one by Kahlil Gibran to define what home decor means to me.</i></span><i style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Your house is your larger body. It grows in the Sun and sleeps in the stillness of night, and it is not dreamless. Not only comfort your house and home decor should reflect your personality and inner self "</i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Beautiful words Suparna. Words I think, that resonates with all of us who are home decor enthusiasts. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Enjoy a peak into the corners of Suparna's delightful home. It is a kaleidoscope of colors that exudes warmth and beauty.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Home tours on MDC have always been special for me. The homes featured here have always been a mix of styles. That is just the way I like it :) Today, I have a bold and vibrant home to share with you. Splashes of colors and an abundance of greens fill this warm and traditional home. Sudha Chegudi's home in Bangalore is spectacular. Each and every corner of her home is vying for your attention. I am particularly drawn to the plants in her home and the gorgeous brass utensils. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Sudha invites you into her home today and describes her journey in her own words. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>"I am a garden enthusiast, wife, a mom and a total believer in sustainable and functional décor who has turned a rental “ House” into a Home. I am a <u></u><u></u></i></span><i style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Business Solution Architect </i><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>by profession working in Bangalore. The world I work for, and where my heart lies are far apart. My career started with Dakshina Chitra in Chennai, a heritage museum and then I went on to work for Cottage Expositions that dealt with Indian handicrafts. </i></span><i style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A hardcore Vintage lover, I love things that have a stories, history and a character to it. The history of it intrigues me.</i><i style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I had the opportunity to travel extensively in South India to source handicrafts. That is one of the reasons I’ve been bitten by the handicraft bug :)</i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Our home is a reflection of simple sustainable decor. We have a collection of antiques and artifacts gathered over the years. Some old and some new. I have never really believed in splurging and following the latest trends. <u></u><u></u></i></span><i style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I started by sharing my garden space, décor with plants, flat-lay photography on my instagram. The motive was to focus on the finer details and capture the magic that lies in it.</i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Most of the time, my décor comprises of roadside finds -fallen flowers, chips of wood bark or even dry foliage. I am very unpredictable in terms of what I could use next. Life’s like that isn’t it? </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">My personal style statement has always been heaps of vibrance and colors and that pretty much reflects our personality. I can’t handle whites or beige tones:)</span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>I like to keep it simple and effective. That is my personal mantra.<u></u><u></u></i></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Some days it’s brass, and on another day it is ceramic or a mix of both. They don’t necessarily have a format and don’t have to co-ordinate. I love anything Indian! </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; text-align: left;">Most of the things in my home are travel finds, souvenirs or from flea markets and gifts that friends bring over. I also like textures and patterns of fabric from different states in India. </span></i><i style="background-color: transparent; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> don’t really follow a plan while decorating. My main objective is to make our home inviting and stress free . </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">“Going out of fashion” doesn’t exist in my world of décor. S</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">ome days there are framed fabrics that go up the wall, a vintage tiffin carrier becomes a lampshade, along with doodles and paintings made by the siblings, a Kanchi cotton saree border adorns a rose wood mirror frame and so on...</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> I love having plants and bright natural light around me. Almost all my</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> furniture are from thrift stores or seconds sale. This is a conscious effort on our part.</span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>I can handle clutter and chaos, but I can’t handle a spic and span museum like house with no life and warmth in it. The warmth is what draws my family and friends back to our home .....and that is the feeling which pretty much sums up my vision of my ideal home."</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Thank you Sudha. I love the way you have described your home. Authenticity in decorating our homes is what keeps it unique and personal. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Follow Sudha on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pottedpassions/?hl=en">Instagram</a> for lovely updates on her home.</span></div>
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My Dream Canvashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15278665643505830160noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7337285296436140015.post-55389649110850565732020-06-15T08:36:00.000-07:002020-06-15T08:36:24.340-07:00Happiness is Homemade So Let’s Go Find It :)<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;">I think along the same lines about my decor. I want our home to be a visual collage of our memories, our life and our roots! </span><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;">Do you believe that authenticity works in home decor? I would like to think so and highly recommend it. I think trend, styles, fashion, fads...... whatever you call it has a very limited shelf life. It is always refreshing to come across a home that is not trying to prove something. Many of us share a common desire to keep a beautiful home. However, the key is not to get too swept away by the plethora of fascinating ideas and trends of the design world :)</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Maintaining or decorating a house should not feel like pressure. <span style="text-align: left;">I cannot speak for others but my blog is merely a platform to share my thoughts and present you with a selection of pretty things and interesting ideas. </span><span style="text-align: left;">However, I would humbly like to believe that it is also a happy place for you to stop by:) A place which leaves you energized to create, enjoy and appreciate the little things you surround yourself with.</span></span></span></div>
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Appreciate the beauty around you and on my blog :-) but be the person you naturally are. Find the beauty and the desire to create within "YOU". Thank you for stopping by. It has been a decade of blogging for me, and its your constant support that has given MDC this longevity. Life in general this year, seems to be throwing a lot of punches, yet, we all have to bond together, stay calm and find some peace and happiness doing the little things. </div>
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My Dream Canvashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15278665643505830160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7337285296436140015.post-40366539427048770852020-05-27T22:55:00.000-07:002020-05-28T07:34:18.993-07:00An Ode to My Grandfather and his Photography!!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">As you can clearly see from the date, this post has taken me a few days to pen down. Whenever, I have to write about something extremely personal it takes me longer to write down my thoughts. While, this is a lifestyle blog, it is also my online diary. It is a space where I share my passion for interiors, travel and photography. My home is greatly influenced by those who came before me...my parents and my Grandparents. Today, I am writing about my maternal grandfather. It is one of my biggest regrets that I never got to meet my grandfather as he passed away at a very young age. He was only 50 when he died. However, his legacy has stayed on with me through the stories my mom shared with me. As I look around my home, many of my prized possessions belonged to my grandmother and him.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">My Nana was a man with varied interests. Nana loved cooking and photography. My mom recently shared some of his photography with me. I have some of his photographs and I plan to frame them for my home.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">He had a vegetable garden in his sprawling home where he loved to grow salad leaves and herbs that were not so easily available in the market. The image below is of the vegetables from his garden. A brilliant photograph in my opinion. This image dates back to 1959-60 and was taken with a Rollieflex camera. There is something so compelling and beautiful about black and white photograph, don't you think ?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I am completely besotted by this image. A wonderful composition and the vegetables look absolutely fresh and crisp :) In my quest to know more about him and his passion for photography, I asked my mom to share some stories about him.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">"<i><span style="font-size: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">Papa it has taken me five decades since you left us to write this . You left us much too soon, you were just 51 and I was mere 21. Life changed for us that day forever . There is not a day when have not thought of you. It is Arundhati (my daughter in law) who inspired me with her brilliant suggestion to pen down my thoughts in letters to you. Anu insisted that I start writing about one of your favorite hobbies and pastime, Photography for her blog . So here goes......</span></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-size: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">I, like all daughters, think that there is no one like you. You are my idol and my inspiration . It is difficult to be objective but there is no denying that you were a perfectionist in whatever you did.</span><span style="font-size: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-weight: inherit;"> </span><span style="font-size: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">Though a student of Physics, your interest ranged from academics to sports, arts, crafts , gardening and above all photography. For me and my siblings our favorite treat was to assist you in the “Photo Kamra" (Dark Room). </span><span style="font-size: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">You were a patient teacher.You always explained each of the steps, from developing negatives, making contact prints, enlarging photographs, the process of drying and even finishing them. What was fascinating for us was gently rocking those large trays with the magical liquids and to see the images emerge as the stop watch ticked and signaled us to stop. </span><span style="font-size: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">You waited anxiously every month for the post to bring in your favorite magazines from overseas. Amateur Photographer and Popular Photography were some of these magazines . Your prized possession and the envy of your photographer friends was the annual issue of Wallace Heaton‘s Blue Book which catalogued from A to Z the latest in the field of photography. Underlying all this was your desire to be the best and now I do feel that you were always competing against yourself. </span><span style="font-size: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">Amma, my mother, always remembered your two month stay in Wimbledon in London in 1962. You made two trips a week to Wallace Heaton, a photography store on Bond Street. It was not so much for shopping but more to interact with other keen photographers. You enjoyed discussing the latest trends and the nuances of photography. You made many contacts and kept constantly in touch with these friends discussing photographic trends and innovations. </span></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-size: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">Today, when I see the brilliant large images on the billboards along the road shot with an iPhone, I am awestruck by the progress in technology. I remember your heavy camera bags with the cumbersome telephoto and wide angle lenses, filters, lens hoods, exposure meters etc. etc. Our</span><span style="font-size: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-weight: inherit;"> home was like a mini studio with flash guns, lights, reflectors and screens. Knowing you, you would have kept up with the times time and enjoyed seeing these new innovations. You had an array of cameras. While you had your the favorites like Leica and Rollie which you held on to for ever. You had others like Pentax, Zenith, and Nikon that changed with time. </span><span style="font-size: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">For quick snapshots you even got the tiny Minolta 16 , but your favorite was always the SLR. </span><span style="font-size: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">Your interest was also in shooting 8mm movies and the favorite was the Bell and Howell Camera along with a projector. We loved the home movies. The special ones were the ones with us as babies, our riverside picnics and our innumerable road trips.</span></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-size: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">There were some priceless movies shot by you like the inauguration of the Constituent assembly</span><span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border: 0px; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span><span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border: 0px; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">in Delhi in 1946. Also the signing of the Constitution of India in our home in Patna. My Baba (grandfather) was unwell. He was the first Interim President of the constituent assembly but he could not travel to Delhi for the ocassion so it had to be signed in our home. We enjoyed </span><span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border: 0px; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> Laurel and Hardy, Charlie Chaplin and the Abbott and Castello movies. Those evenings were so special. Our movie watching included freshly home made potato chips or chana jor garam along with a glass of orange Squash or a scoop of home made ice cream:)</span><span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border: 0px; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span><span style="font-size: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-weight: inherit;"> </span><span style="font-size: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">My greatest regret is that I do not have copies of the brilliant photographs taken by you. However, the memories live on in my mind. </span><span style="font-size: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">Those were such beautiful days and Amma and you made it so special for us." </span></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Last, but not the least, is this historical photography taken by my Nana in December 1946 in Delhi. He accompanied his father to Delhi to attend the inauguration of the Constituent Assembly. This is a picture of Lord Louis Mountbatten, </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">the last Viceroy of India and the first Governor-General of independent India (1947–1948). With him is </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru</span><span style="background-color: white;">, the first Prime Minister of india.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I am on a hunt to find more of his photographs. I love collecting memories and stories from the past. W</span><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">riting this post has inspired me! I will now commit to using my SLR more to take pictures instead of my phone.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">This is a photograph of my Nani ( grandmother) taken by him that I have at home. Apparently, he called out to her, she turned, and he took this candid shot of her:) I love the fact that I have this picture of my Nani taken by him. She was my most favorite person in the world!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Signing off is a proud Granddaughter</span> :) <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">My Grandfather was a truly remarkable man and I am grateful for his stories, his photography and his legacy.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Home tours are so exciting! Here's one that recently caught my eye. I spent some time thinking about the title, about how to introduce this home ,but then I realized that <span data-tooltip-position="top" data-tooltip="" jsname="BXecsc" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent;">Aakanksha has summed up her style and her home so aptly by calling it "Wo Gharwali Feeling". Simple and yet so effective , it means "that feeling called home". Our homes are personal to us. They are the safe haven we feel most relaxed in. It evokes feelings that are filled with joy and happiness. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">After leaving India nearly 20 years ago, my home is also a slice of my childhood that I have kept with me here in the United States. Aakanksha's description of her home and her nostalgia for Delhi is something I instantly connect with. Read about Aakanksha's "gharwali feeling" in her own words....</span><br />
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<span style="color: #454545;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>"I have only recently started documenting my experiments in home decor on Instagram and am pleasantly surprised and eternally grateful for the (mostly) positive response. I moved to the US 10 years back and as it usually is, it has not been a smooth sailing always. From yearning to move back to India to almost moving and then deciding to stay put in the US, it has been roller coaster ride for sure. My home has seen me thru these different phases and evolved along with me. It has a transitional feel where I am trying to achieve a balance between the traditional and modern elements of design. Growing up in Delhi, my childhood home was filled with all-wood furniture and a lot of natural light. Those are the two elements that you will find extensively in my home in California as well. I love how a place is instantly grounded by richly stained wood and how it comes alive with natural light. I gravitate towards a more neutral palette as it is the perfect canvas for me to experiment - a simple backdrop not screaming for attention, that allows accents of color or texture to be the hero. I am a restless soul, most at peace while creating something beautiful. Be It a painting, a sketch, a tiramisu or a home. I truly believe a home is a canvas where one gets multiple chances of a do-over. I know I have had a fair share of mine :)"</i></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #454545;">I have enjoyed reading about your home Aakanksha. I completely agree with the home being a canvas. That was the thought behind naming my blog My Dream Canvas :) </span>I like to think of my home as a canvas bringing my thoughts to life. As the thoughts keep evolving, so does the home :)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I am drawn to so many elements in this home. The clean and crisp look, the neutral palette which is a huge draw for me. The chic accents and wall art around the home and the simple feeling of warmth it exudes. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thank you Aakanksha for sharing your home with the readers of My Dream Canvas. Follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wo.gharwali.feeling/">Wo Gharwali Feeling</a> on Instagram for more images of her home and her journey. </span><br />
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My Dream Canvashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15278665643505830160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7337285296436140015.post-89932542188178906122020-05-13T17:41:00.002-07:002020-05-14T08:06:44.320-07:00Reeti's Green Oasis<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Today I am delighted to share a some images of a childhood friend's home. She also happens to be my sister-in-law as she is married to my cousin :) Now I may be in trouble with my cousin for calling her my childhood friend first :) Reeti and Rishi met at my parents' house and their love affair blossomed :) As kids Reeti, her twin Preeti and I were rather inseparable. We were neighbors too so it was easy to hang out!! We are in three different cities now and it has been years since we hung out properly. However, as they say, childhood bonds never go away!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Reeti and Rishi live in Noida, India. These are images of her stunning terrace garden. She spends a lot of her time there. More so during these lockdown days. I see many delightful images of her terrace garden on her Instagram stories. We all need an oasis to get away from the daily humdrum and this seems like the perfect sanctuary to unwind and relax. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Reeti is a successful entrepreneur, an avid runner and <span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; border: none; box-sizing: border-box; list-style-type: none; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;">a marathoner. A fitness fanatic, an avid traveller and a mom to her beautiful dogs. She is the Captain of Adidas Runners' Delhi where she coaches runners from across the NCR region.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Reeti and her sister Preeti will always be two friends with whom I share a lot of fun memories:) They were also the duo my mom liked having around more than me, especially at a party, as I was always running away from housework :)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I love Reeti's plants and her aesthetically designed terrace garden and balcony. So enjoy the views as they are such a pretty sight.....</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Vintage style brass lamps, the exquisite wall art and the prayer flags add so much charm to this space.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Reeti and her dog Rustam on the terrace.</span><br />
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My Dream Canvashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15278665643505830160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7337285296436140015.post-85079235752372920472020-05-12T08:05:00.001-07:002020-05-12T08:05:08.015-07:00Introducing Maloos Crafts <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Nothing brings me more joy than featuring artists on My Dream Canvas. It is amazing how much creativity and talent is out there waiting to be discovered. Today I am featuring the work of Maloos Khonsarian of Maloos Crafts on Etsy.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">In her own words <i>" <span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; text-align: center;">I am a mother, a photographer, and a creator! Patterns are my passion and I feel inspired every time I come across a distinctive design. If it’s on a dress, I will try it on! If it’s on a vase, I will find a home for it on a shelf. If it’s on the wall of a beautiful monument, I will incorporate it in my photographs, paintings, prints, collages, and jewelry designs and I will apply it onto </span></i></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>everything around me from trays and cheeseboards to vintage furniture.</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">To view more of her exquisite designs visit her <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/Malooscrafts?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=730857506">Etsy</a> store and follow her on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/malooscrafts/">Facebook</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The intricate patterns and the details in her handcrafted pieces are amazing!!</span><br />
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My Dream Canvashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15278665643505830160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7337285296436140015.post-37792284230408438032020-05-08T22:06:00.000-07:002020-05-09T08:01:02.662-07:00Personalized Maps by Mapiful <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="background-color: #fcfcfc; color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; letter-spacing: 0.18px;">For now, I like how the map looks hanging out with my plants. I plan to hang it in my study. Mapiful can help you personalize your home in a delightful way. Your home has a story and the Mapiful map prints help convey that story. </span><br />
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My Dream Canvashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15278665643505830160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7337285296436140015.post-25289851703466655602020-04-23T20:28:00.001-07:002020-04-27T08:29:21.886-07:00Meena An Artist Extraordinaire<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); text-align: center;"> </span><span style="background-color: white;">My Dream Canvas gives me the opportunity to share the work of some of the most talented people from around the world. Meena Kumar and MDC have had a long association and its wonderful to feature her again today! Meena is a lady with immense talent and creativity. A few years ago I featured Meena's mom beautiful home in Coorg, India which was a big hit. You can view the post</span><span style="background-color: white;"> </span><a href="http://www.mydreamcanvas.com/2017/09/home-tour-estate-bungalow-in-coorg.html" style="color: #ada5a3; text-decoration-line: none;">here</a><span style="background-color: white;">.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); text-align: center;">Meena's creativity described in her own words " <i>l love to paint and dabble in photography. I have</i></span><span style="background-color: white; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); text-align: center;"><i> also progressed in hand lettering quotes over the last year, and enjoy creating digital art and portrait illustrations. If you are interested in getting a custom portrait illustration or a personal hand lettered art, feel free to start up a conversation with me via <a href="mailto:meena_17@yahoo.com">email</a> and we can work on a custom piece for you. I am offering digital downloads only, no physical item will be shipped "</i></span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Meena is completely in love with her latest passion. Do follow her on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/meena_kumar_17/?hl=en">Instagram </a>to view her latest work and visit her blog <a href="https://sivalayaa.blogspot.com/">Sivalaya</a> to follow her journey. </span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Meena recently created an illustration for me. It represents one of my favorite memories from my childhood. My Dad asking my Grandma ( Nani ) to make "chana ghugani" She would make this dish for him often and it was delicious. My mom and I can make it too. However, I do believe that there was nothing quite like my Nani's version :) It was a treat to see my Dad relish it. She would love making it for him even when she got really old. I am so grateful to Meena for this delightful recipe illustration. I am waiting to hang it on my kitchen wall :)</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Some of her work that caught my eye is this portrait illustration of a teacher. What a lovely teacher's gift this would be :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A delightful cheesecake recipe. Imagine the possibilities, you can create so many personalized recipes for yourself. Such a lovely way to preserve a family recipe.</span><br />
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My Dream Canvashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15278665643505830160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7337285296436140015.post-63530089678430252722020-03-23T14:28:00.001-07:002020-03-24T09:13:29.422-07:00Deepika's Creative Pursuits. saffronandaisies and isan_pottery<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">While I have always admired Deepika's warm personality and her home, I am in awe of her passion and talent when it comes to pottery. Intrigued? <span style="background-color: white;">Read on to know more about Deepika creative journey in her own words.....</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"> Today I am also sharing a few pictures of my Pooja room. The biggest investment here is a custom made mandir that took about 4 weeks from concept to the finished product. Each panel is hand carved and was made in such a manner that it could be shipped packed in parts back to the US . My husband assembled it back together with a few nails. I feel so lucky to have met this carpenter who knew exactly what I wanted. The rosewood secretary and the chest are facebook market place finds. It took me two years to find it and that too for a great price. The seller bought it back from Saudi Arabia and decided to sell as she was downsizing. I’ve learnt over the years to only bring pieces that I absolutely love into my home. I lean towards a well curated place. I stay away from simply filling it up with things that I will want to change again in a few years. There is a satisfaction in knowing that you found what you absolutely love. This room is filled with sweet little gifts and DIYs that make my heart sing. The dasavatara set was a gift from my cousin, the original Saraswathi was gifted by another cousin , the window film was put in place by me and the little bird hanging was a gift from my husband from his travels. The yellow letter holder is a repurposed ikea letter holder. The room was painted by my niece and husband . The paintings were found in the attic, the curtains are actually $10 table clothes I found in an outlet store that I repurposed as curtains . The chair came from the same outlet , repurposed with kalamkari fabric from my stash . The pen holders except the green lady are (25 cents thrift store finds ) and are made by me.</span></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Here are a few stunning pieces from Deepika's pottery collection. To follow her creative journey, do join her on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saffronanddaisies/?hl=en">Instagram. </a> Her insta handle <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saffronanddaisies/?hl=en">Saffronanddaisies</a> is filled with color, warmth and creativity. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/isan_pottery/?hl=en">Isan Pottery</a> is where she posts pictures of her gorgeous pottery. You can reach out to her to purchase these beauties. I am a proud owner of one of her pieces myself :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">"The green wall came into existence as it was the only wall I could paint with an accent color. I had just got some beautiful custom made curtains and therefore I was itching to paint it blue (my favorite color) I got many samples from the paint store but I couldn’t find the exact color I wanted. During that time, I remembered the uppada saree in my stash. I decided to get a sample color matched to the green saree . I tried on the paint and sent pictures to my friend Kriti for her opinion. She said yes and I went to town:) My husband tries often to coax me to change it to black, but I have been resisting!! The masks are from our trip to Mexico, some from Trove Craft India, the ceramic plaques are made by me, the bull head is from Yellow Verve in Hyderabad . Being a potter myself, I love supporting small businesses and independent artists. I understand the effort and workmanship that goes into each </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">handcrafted piece . The bench is a find from a local store and the pillows are from my studio. I got the kalamkari block printed especially for these covers . The mirror is a Pier 1 find."</span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thank you Deepika for sharing glimpses of your lovely, warm and vibrant home. All the best for your creative journey :) This virtual tour has definitely been my much needed break from reality and I hope it does the same for you :) Stay Calm and Carry On!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">March has arrived and it brings with it the promise of Spring :) This is an exciting month as we get ready to celebrate two birthdays. My blog and I celebrate our birthdays together in March:) I can promise you a series of celebrations concluding with a massive giveaway this month :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">To kickstart the celebrations, I am so excited to bring you an awesome home tour from Pune, India. I have featured a number of homes on my blog with one theme in common. Almost all the homes, have an effortless charm that is truly inspiring. I particularly love homes that have a warm and serene vibe without being overdressed. A subtle approach to design and decor is not something that is easily achieved and yet this home seems to have mastered it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This delightful home belongs to Sharmila Patil who is based in Pune, India. I asked Sharmila to describe her home in her own words. So here goes....</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><span style="background-color: white; color: #500050;"> "I am an artist, a creator, a wife, and a mother. Not always in that order. I am a feeler who is driven by love and emotion. I'm forever in search of lots of natural light and all things handmade. As an artist, home decor is something that comes naturally. It's more about how the space feels rather than how it looks. The <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sincerestoryteller/">Instagram feed </a>is my little way of sharing the joy of a simple but elegant space, a space that tells stories of a 6 month old puppy, a 4 month old kitten, and a toddler. The space grows with our needs, matures with us, and changes with the season with just a few tweaks here and there. The beauty of simplicity is sometimes under appreciated and that is what I am here to change. Our home has more of a farmhouse feel with lots of brown wood furniture and pure white walls adorned with Parisian inspired moulding and absolutely no false ceilings. We have lots and lots of cushions and throws and all the possible natural light we could get in. Every corner tells a tale and every mistake is our own. So join in on our journey and share the love"</span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">To follow Sharmila's journey follow her via Instagram @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/sincerestoryteller/">sincerestoryteller.</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">With so many beautiful images of her home to pick from, here's one that exudes a lovely spring vibe.......</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Every corner of her home has a dreamy and whimsical quality to it. Have you ever walked into a home and felt like you have walked into a fairytale? Well, for me this one feels like that :) </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Happy 2020 guys. I am back :) Hope you had a good start to the year. As for me, 2019 ended on a good note with a short vacation to Southern California. 2020 on the other hand is off to a crazy busy start. However, that is a story for another day.....for now, lets look back as I relive my trip with you.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Sunshine, olives, lemon and orange groves......the Pacific ocean, stunning architecture and retail therapy....my SoCal trip had it all :) During the Christmas break we based ourselves in Ventura which is a delightful little town on the Pacific coast. A series of day trips from Ventura took us to some incredible places. I have to admit that while the coast was spectacular, my favorite place on this trip was Ojai.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Ojai is further inland and beautifully tucked in between mountains and amid fragrant orange groves. It’s a miracle how peaceful and bucolic this place can feel, despite it being so close to the Los Angeles metropolis area. Ojai has a Mediterranean air to it with a laid back vibe and somehow I instantly felt relaxed there. What really stood out for me is that the town of Ojai has absolutely no corporate chains. All the stores are local and everyone seems to know one other. Hiking is almost a religion here. We drove up to Meditation mount to look at the view and go for a short hike but they were closed at the time. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">We really lucked out as we drove out of Ojai back to Ventura. We got to see Ojai's famed sunset. The entire valley was bathed in a surreal pink hue and is often referred to Ojai's "pink moment"</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">One of my favorite stops in Ojai was at the <a href="https://ojaioliveoil.com/">Ojai Olive Oil Company</a>. The <span style="background-color: white; color: #12234d; text-align: justify;">main olive grove on the ranch was planted in the mid-1800s, back in the era of the Spanish Missions, when there was a communal olive press in the valley. </span>We got a fascinating tour of how olive oil is made. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #12234d; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Olive Oil is a third-generation family owned and operated organic and sustainable farm. Needless to say I came back laden with olive oils and some delightful olive oil cream.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">At The Ojai Olive Oil Company....</span></div>
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<a href="https://www.ojairotie.com/" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Ojai Rotie</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> is a French Lebanese style restaurant, we stopped for lunch here and loved the food. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Another fascinating stop in Ojai was Barts Book which is <span style="background-color: #fffef7; color: #454545; text-align: justify;"> </span><span style="background-color: #fffef7; text-align: justify;">the largest independently owned and operated outdoor bookstore in the United States.</span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: #fffef7; color: #454545; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; text-align: justify;">" </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i><span style="background-color: #fffef7; color: #454545; text-align: justify;">In 1964 Bart’s Books was little more than a sparkle in the eye of Richard Bartinsdale whose collection of books had gotten so overwhelming that he constructed a series of book cases along the sidewalk so that passersby could peruse the titles. </span><span style="background-color: #fffef7; color: #454545; text-align: justify;">In lieu of a cash register, “Bart” left coffee cans atop the book cases. People would select a title or two and leave payment in the cans, giving birth to Bart’s world famous tradition of selling books via the honor system.</span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Since that time Bart’s Books has become host to nearly one million books ranging from the thirty-five cent specials which line the outside walls and are still for sale on the honor system, to rare, out of print first editions, and art books valued in the thousands of dollars. Nearly half a century after its inception, Bart’s Books continues to mystify patrons, journalists, and book lovers with a character and charm that beggars description and a selection of books that is beyond compare"</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">As for the lemon and orange groves around town. I could not get enough of it....</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This colorful apartment in Madrid swept me away! The pops of color and the eclectic vibe, whats not to love about it :) This is the home of Sara Moreno who weaves her magic and creates the most beautiful macrame products.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Her brand is called <a href="https://frutosamore.com/">Fruto Samore</a>. Its a collection of her signature and handmade macrame items. From Blankets, Tapestries, Pillows, Poufs, </span></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Baskets and planters, Sara creates them all. The name of the brand means " my fruit, the fruit of</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span>Samore<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">, a word formed by the first syllables of her name and last name ” Sara loves the world of DIY's.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; vertical-align: inherit;">Every corner of her home reveals her passion and that of her husband. From the loom and macrame pieces and their love for natural plants to travel....their favorite hobby. Their recent travels took them to </span><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; vertical-align: inherit;">Japan and the Maldives, and their next family vacation is to Indonesia. The couple </span><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; vertical-align: inherit;">loves backpacking and always try to integrate into the local culture. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 18px; vertical-align: inherit;">For her home, Sara looks for simple and creative decorative solutions. Her ideas bear a </span><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 18px; vertical-align: inherit;">handmade stamp. By doing so, she believes that her decor will be personal and unrepeatable.</span></span></div>
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My Dream Canvashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15278665643505830160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7337285296436140015.post-40933352430655369022019-11-13T22:13:00.001-08:002019-11-14T08:37:04.125-08:00Design Inspiration Sincerely Sarah D<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I am now in my tenth year of blogging and it has ben an incredible journey. There has been so much of learning, inspiration that has come along the way. The reason I choose to call my blog "My Dream Canvas" is because, I<span style="background-color: white; text-align: left;"> like to think of my home as a canvas bringing my thoughts to life. We are all individuals, with our own identities, and are home should reflect that individuality. When I stumbled upon Sarah's home pictureS, I instantly felt a connection. I love the fresh, clean and elegant look. The white washed walls with the pops of color look perfect. While every home is different, and people's design ethos vary, we connect with some more than others. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">More than these images, its her thought process that resonates with me even more. Her decorating philosophy is a good read " </span><em style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #55575a;">Although it's taken me awhile to get to this point, I realize that not everyone is going to love my design style, and that's okay! I have grown to appreciate different design styles. We don't all dress alike, and honestly it would be such a boring world if we all decorated and dressed the same. As a result, I've come to really appreciate (and follow) designers who have a different design sense. I realize I can find inspiration from their designs!"</em></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><em style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #55575a;">I could not agree more! Designing my home for me is extremely personal, and thats what I love most about it :)</em></span></div>
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<span style="color: #55575a; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><i>Sarah has a lovely <a href="https://www.sincerelysarad.com/">blog</a> and her <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sincerelysarad/">Instagram </a>feed has lots of delightful pictures. </i></span></span></div>
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My Dream Canvashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15278665643505830160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7337285296436140015.post-48899352091535053592019-10-04T07:02:00.000-07:002019-10-04T07:02:12.902-07:00Reminiscing and Celebrating the Festive Season with Tania <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Festival time in the United States is fun and joyous. Its the time to celebrate the festive season in our own unique way. Yet, there is one thing, one emotion that</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> connects us all. It is the desire to recreate the joyous atmosphere we left behind in India. It is a walk down memory lane, a time to reminisce, and a time to create new traditions and memories. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">For me this time of the year is all about family, love, laughter, blessings, happiness and twinkling lights :) </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I wanted to do a post where I could share a glimpse of a home dressed up for the holiday season. Tania has created festive vignettes in her home that are stunning. What pleased my heart is how beautifully she has incorporated pieces from my little <a href="http://shopatmydreamcanvas.bigcartel.com/products">store</a> into her puja decor. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">In Tania's own words, her home dressed up for the occasion....</span><br />
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<span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i><span style="caret-color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Durga Puja and the Hindu festive season is my favorite time of the year, without fail. The leaves are just beginning to turn colors in this part of the continent. The days are warm and the evenings are cool. When I was young and we were still living in India, Durga Puja was a sprawling and elaborate ten day celebration that required months of planning. Each year, my extended family gathered in my maternal ancestral home in Benares to fast, feast, pray, and welcome Durga home. The three story house was filled with the fragrance of hundreds of flowers, freshly ground chandan, incense, and the distinct scent of the oil that filled brass lamps, and camphor - scents that I still cherish to this day. None of those celebrations exist anymore. The house is gone. The traditions as they were, are gone. Many of the people are gone, too. The last time I had the privilege of seeing it all was in 2001, when I was 12 years old. For this reason, </span><span style="caret-color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Durga puja is an extremely colorful yet slightly bittersweet time for me. </span></i></span><br />
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<span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>For the last few years, it's become a tradition for me to set up a small Ma Durga shrine at my parents' house. It is a personal way of celebrating those auspicious ten days. The last time that my parents went to India, they were able to bring back some of the heirloom puja articles from my mother's home - hammered copper vessels (ghots), brass plates and cups, and an intricately carved stone sondesh mold belonging to my grandmother, among others. One of my favorites is a majestic, heavy, five pronged brass lamp, or panchapradeep - objects that have been in my family for generations. Over the past four years, I have slowly been incorporating these articles into my Durga Puja set up. I'm not a particularly religious person, so this becomes my puja every year: picking out fresh flowers, finding greens from our garden, and painstakingly arranging and re-arranging everything until it's up to my satisfaction. At the center of it all is a gilded clay statue of Durga that I found in Gariahat market in Kolkata when I visited in 2016. </i></span></div>
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<span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Naturally, I miss the grand Durga Pujas we used to have in Benares, and I am always nostalgic for pujo in Kolkata, which overtakes the whole city - but which I have never seen myself, only caught glimpses of in photos and accounts from friends. Here in DC, I’m so incredibly lucky to have a huge Bengali second family, where we celebrate with just as much enthusiasm as we would’ve in Benares or Kolkata - new clothes, bhog, temple visits, listening to Birendra Krishna Bhadra’s timeless Mahalaya recordings in the mornings. Each year, the smell of incense, camphor, and sandalwood, and the steady, familiar chants of the mantras, the unmistakable sounds of kaanshis and dhaak drums always fill me with equal measures of joy and nostalgia. Here’s hoping that I can be in Kolkata for a pujo, super soon - but until then, our larger-than-life Bengali community in DC is doing a fine job of keeping the pujo spirit just as alive as it was when I was young"</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Tania thank you for inviting us into your home! Your words have brought back so many of my childhood memories. The festivals are truly bittersweet. Living abroad our<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: 15px; text-align: left;"> lives have changed in big and small ways. However, creating new traditions, while keeping some semblance of the old intact, is such a beautiful way to celebrate this season.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The Shop At My Dream Canvas has a host of goodies for the festive season. Click <a href="http://shopatmydreamcanvas.bigcartel.com/products">here</a> to visit the store!</span></div>
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My Dream Canvashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15278665643505830160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7337285296436140015.post-26795569184201929252019-09-27T09:39:00.000-07:002019-09-27T09:39:34.442-07:00Fabulous Find Friday Mia Nicole Design Co.<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I am back after a long hiatus but hey its a fresh start, and there is lots heading your way :) So before I introduce the Fabulous Find of the week, I have to tell you a little story.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I have been married for 19 years and yet I never know what gift to get my husband. Be it birthdays or our anniversary, its a constant struggle to find something for him. The guy is exasperating!! He has no strong likes or dislikes. He is not into clothes, cars or gadgets. The one thing that brings joy to his life is Travel. He loves to go on vacations and therefore is forever planning our trips :) I should not be complaining.... but seriously he is obsessed about exploring the world. As a result, he works and plans vacations and has little time for anything else :) You cannot even imagine what a long, and neglected list I have on the home front. It simply never gets done :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We are also budget conscious travelers so that requires even more research and hard work ! For my anniversary this year in August, I got him this delightful adventure fund box. I had it personalized and it looks amazing. For those of you, who might say, that that piggy banks are for kids, have not seen my hubby dear grinning ear to ear when he opened his gift. He absolutely loves it :) We have found a nice spot for it in our family room. As of now, we are filling it up with currencies from around the world :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">For me, our decor style is very personal. Over the years our home has become a canvas to showcase our personalities. My family room is a collage of things we love and the memories we cherish and this box fits in perfectly. Thank you Mia for creating this for us. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Here's introducing Mia Nicole Design Co in her own words </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">" </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "Segoe UI", "Segoe UI Web (West European)", "Segoe UI", -apple-system, system-ui, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 15px;"><i><span style="color: blue;">I started <a href="https://www.etsy.com/people/mianicoledesignco">Mia Nicole Design Co</a>. , a hand lettering business, as a creative outlet after I quit my full-time graphic design job to stay home with my kids about 3 years ago. Creating is a necessary part of my life. So when I had the opportunity to stay home with my kids and continue to use my artistic/graphic design skills, I couldn’t resist! My business has evolved quite a bit from the beginning but the thing that remains the same is my passion for creating unique one-of-a-kind gifts. It makes me so happy when a customer tells me how their loved one was moved and so thrilled by the gift they received. It is so incredible to be a part of something that brings joy to others and will be a keepsake for years to come"</span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">For those of you who are local to the Greater Seattle area, you can find her at the Great Junk Hunt in Monroe from November 1-3. Mia also ships her products, so you can connect with her via <a href="https://www.etsy.com/people/mianicoledesignco">Etsy</a> or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mianicole.designco/">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mianicoledesignco/">Facebook.</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Here are images of a few images from her collection. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I adore these cute globe ornaments :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Hope you liked my Fabulous Find pick? Have a wonderful weekend and see you back here soon :)</span><br />
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My Dream Canvashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15278665643505830160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7337285296436140015.post-76785438835390385402019-06-16T22:38:00.001-07:002019-06-17T07:23:09.910-07:00An Apartment Tour : At Home With Arundhati and Aditya<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; text-align: left;">Hello there. </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; text-align: left;">I am delighted to be back here after a hiatus. </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; text-align: left;">Today I am thrilled to feature a home that's personal and close to my heart. I had a lot of fun preparing for this post. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; text-align: start;">There is nothing ordinary about </span><span style="background-color: white; text-align: start;">this New Jersey apartment, which is the home of my sister in law Arundhati and brother Aditya,</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; text-align: start;"> or the assortment of treasures you'll find inside it. Overlooking the impressive New York skyline, their apartment is dreamy with a layered, yet, laid back perfection that is usually hard to achieve. My favorites are the </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; text-align: left;">stacks of worn novels and leafed through magazines that add charm throughout the home.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; text-align: left;">If the objects inside a home tell a story, then this home</span><span style="background-color: white; text-align: left;"> is a master storyteller with few equals. For me, their home is undeniably chic with an element of fun thrown in. I told my SIL, during a visit to their home last month, that finally after 19 years of living in the states, I have a second home:) Take a peek into their cozy apartment, and you too shall be enveloped in the warmth it exudes........</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #3d85c6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><span style="background-color: white; text-align: start;">"Home. One measly word containing four letters but what a difference it makes to each of our lives. A warm corner to call your own and the realization that you are privileged to have a place you can call home, for the sight of the homeless languishing on the streets leaves little rents in the heart every time you set eyes upon them. </span><br style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; background-color: white; text-align: start;" /><br style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; background-color: white; text-align: start;" /><span style="background-color: white; text-align: start;">The first home Adi and I had was in the town of Leicester in the UK. Now here's a fact. Everyone feels sorry for you when you live in a city like Leicester, yet it was where we started together our journey together as husband and wife in this lovely two-bed apartment. We have come a long way from that first nest of ours where we owned nothing, by which I mean the entire paraphernalia of furniture and tchotchkes. Just four suitcases and a truckload of books (because books are the center of my existence). </span><br style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; background-color: white; text-align: start;" /><br style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; background-color: white; text-align: start;" /><span style="background-color: white; text-align: start;">Our decor has been since then influenced by our travels throughout the UK and Europe. In the coastal town of Tintagel in Cornwall, we picked up our first metal tin sign. This was the beginning of a significant period of madness so that today we have amassed an intimidating pile of tin signs from all around. And magnets. Our refrigerator is crawling with them. While it is not be the prettiest sight, it gladdens us to the cockles of our hearts to see these reminders every day. Each item that we own has a back story and I could tell you all day about them. The chirpy yellow wooden bird perched upon a tall stand that came from a store in Lisbon, the memories it brings back of that hot springs day of loitering around the hilly streets of the Portuguese city; the huge photograph canvas of St. Michael's Mount propped up above our bed that caught our eyes in the narrowest of alleys in the fishing village of Polperro in Cornwall; the pyschedic pink lantern I fell in love with in Bergen, Norway; a local French artist's painting from the streets of Monmartre that a Parisian hotel's concierge helped ship to New Jersey, all for the vast sum of 26 Euros. These are just some vignettes from our nest which is essentially everything about our journey together.</span><br style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; background-color: white; text-align: start;" /><br style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; background-color: white; text-align: start;" /><span style="background-color: white; text-align: start;">Now, time to rein myself in before I hear tiny little snores and then a crescendo"</span></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thanks Arundhati for sharing your home with the readers of MDC. Trust me, there is not a snore to be heard for miles :) This home is where the couple have combined their aesthetics and creativity to build their little haven. I seem to notice that my darling brother is rather house proud as well and quite the shopaholic when it comes to knick-knacks for the house :) </span></h4>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Arundhati and Aditya kudos to you both and I shall be back to visit you guys soon :)</span></div>
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