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The Handmade Paper Trail: A Fascinating New Journey
Once upon a time, roughly in the late ’60s America, if you bought a dress and met with some post-purchase dissonance or dropped sauce all over the front, you could just tear it up. Because that particular dress was made of paper! In the 1920s London, one could buy a ‘Paper Suit’ for a tiny…
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All That Diwali Jazz…
Just in time for that last-minute setting, between dancing flames of the diyas, the colorful rangolis, the fragrance of flowers and incense sticks, sweet sweets, here are décor ideas to give you an instant Diwali celebration swag. So, are you ready for the biggest and the brightest festival of them all? To make your festive…
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In a New Avatar: Dhokra Art
Who would have imagined fusing Brass and Rock together would create something so beautiful. Presenting Rock Dhokra by Devrai Art Village. Brainchild of Mandakini Mathur, a filmmaker, teacher and social activist and Suresh Pungati, an art teacher and an award winning adivasi craftsman from the Madia tribe. Under their stewardship, three ‘Dhokra’ artists from the…
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A Garage Converted into a Workplace: Inside Dhvani Behl’s Studio
Not having had enough of artist Dhvani Behl‘s illustrations and its adaptations in textiles, garments and art, we even dared to show up at her studio for a peek. (We’d heard it was a garage turned into a printing studio/ workplace, now who can resist that?!) Raw, industrial and bare, yet so romantically detailed, this…
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Art in the Everyday: The Re-Imagining of Folk and Tribal Art
“The aim of art is to represent not the outward appearance of things, but their inward significance.” – Aristotle For the folk artist, carrying on the traditions of his tribe, community and region is a way of life, a reflection of the history he is part of, and a token of his commitment to keep…
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6 Home Décor Trends of 2015
Are you thinking up ideas for a home makeover or adding a dash of color to your interiors? Cause we are too! Discover the home décor trends and styles of 2015 that will instantly revamp your living space and give it a modern, eclectic transformation. 1. Shades of blue There is something so soothing about…
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Spiritual Self
Your surroundings reflect who you are and what you aspire to be! Uplift the look and feel of your home by creating a spiritual space within your house that will soothe your eyes and calm your soul. Indulge in a wide range of elegant décor pieces, rare collectibles, accessories, jewelry and books to match your…
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5 Perfect Father’s Day Gifting Ideas For Every Type of Dad
A compulsive reader, a disturb-me-not-on-a-Sunday-soul, a fashion conscious trend-setter, or a culinary expert… Whatever the type, this Father’s Day, we’ve put together a gifting guide that keeps you covered for any type of dad! The Raving Reader Dad Is your dad a book lover? Is a mug of coffee in one hand and a book…
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Of Soil and Silver: Bidri Metal Inlay Craft from Bidar, Karnataka
Striking strokes of silver against a deep, dark black, one that does not fade with time – these defining characteristics of bidriware from Karnataka in Southern India bear testimony to the fine craftsmanship involved in creating this metal inlay work. Believed to have been brought to Bidar (hence the craft’s name) by the Bahamani Sultans…
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India Inspires Global Design!
When elements from India find their way into the homes of top designers, artists and tastemakers across the world, it not just makes for a beautiful picture, but also makes you smile for the world finally takes notice of the immense beauty held in our subcontinent! Tell us which one you enjoyed the most! Australian…
Storytellers of Wonder 