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Decor, How to

This is the Holy grail of painting your own house

03/23/2022

If you have seen all kinds of videos and read atleast 10 blogs and are still confused as to whether or not or how to paint your own home- this is where your doubts can rest in peace. This is the holy grail of painting your own house and it has every thing from foam…

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Cultivating Comfort- How to create a home that nurtures and heals you

01/25/2022

Our home is the most critical facet of our wellbeing, and I felt that ever so strongly when I was down with covid for a week last week. Sure I blog about homedecor and how to make your home look aesthetically sound but truth is, there is more to it than just good looks. Beautiful…

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All you wanted to know about our egg-shell blue wardrobe

01/14/2022

I re-did our old solid teakwood wardrobes with some moulding and paint and I have to tell you, it looks absolutely beautiful. A lot of you helped us in deciding the color on instagram too! And while the majority of votes were towards “wise sage”- a fabulous sage color, we decided to go with “Sensibility”…

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Vintage Fluted glass Christmas tablescape and a Gingerbread cookie recipe

11/24/2021

When I finished this Christmas tablescape, I asked myself if this is all too simple. In a world full of gorgeous, grand Christmas tablescapes what chance do a simple cozy tablescape have? But truth is, often, in the grand scheme of things we forget that this season is supposed to be enjoyable. The weather, the…

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3 Cozy Christmas Tree looks to use this holiday season

11/18/2021

3 cozy Christmas tree looks that you will love doing at home. That, ladies and gentlemen, is our topic of discussion today and I wanted to make it very clear. We won’t discuss Hailey’s comet, Hailey Bieber, Hillbilly elegy- nothing. Just holidays and 3 cozy Christmas tree looks and finish it ever so quickly before…

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TruTipTuesday How to add ribbons to your Christmas tree like pro

11/09/2021

How to add ribbons to your Christmas tree and a quick video to show you all how I do it! I am totally on the clock and I haven’t packed a single thing. I am also terribly sleep deprived because hey, mum cat kitten drama (more on my Instagram) and it helps that my flight…

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How to make a chunky, knitted wreath + our favorite fall coffees

09/20/2021

A DIY knitted wreath which is equal parts chunky and cozy + a list of our favorite fall coffees. We are discussing these two things on our blog today and if I know you well, I know you will rather be no where else but here! So, yes, welcome to my neck of woods which…

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Make your own DIY pedestal in under 20 minutes

09/14/2021

I love pedestals. They are great to style plants, seasonal decor, fruits and also works wonderfully as a storage stand for your bedside table. But unfortunately, in India, we do not get enough pedestals and even if we do, it burns a small hole in the pocket. Truth is, however, pedestals are very easy to…

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Make It Monday: 3 Easy DIY Faux Pumpkins for Fall Decor

09/13/2021

At this time of the year I always seem to disappoint a few. My intentions are never to do so however, the fact that we don’t have The New-England ish fall here in Mumbai, and I celebrate it through home decor even so, gets to those chosen few. I have been called pretentious (Never use…

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13 reasons why this easy fall decorating guide will be your best friend

09/10/2021

Fall decorating! What a happy little word isn’t it? But for the longest time I was asked if I was right to celebrate “fall” because India – or most of it- don’t experience it. Now, let me tell you I will be absolutely right to celebrate this change of season even in India. However, I…

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India Chic: How to use Traditional Brass in a Non Traditional setting feat. Gaatha

08/10/2021

Brass is making a comeback. And I am in agreement to this trend, 100%! Brass makes everything cozy, everything stylish and if done right it can elevate simple elements in your home to make it look far more expensive that they actually are! Got a simple kitchen? Fit a brass tap. Hang a few antique…

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How to hide wires + wire aesthetically in a rental apartment

06/17/2021

Hide where you can, arrange aesthetically when you cant! Your neighbourhood decor-aunty is here today to tell you how to tackle electrical wires in a rental apartment without spending a penny and I know this is better than candy, if I had to give you something for poppin’ in here. Welcome! Side Note: Man, Rohan…

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How to decoganize your home with Wire Baskets

06/16/2021

Firstly, a good wire basket is to your home what a slab of good butter is to your cooking. It’s everything! And there is no substitute. Secondly, “Decoganize” is decorate + organize. Yes, it’s a term I invented (will have to google search in case someone already did) and it’s a rather handy term if…

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Dried lemon peel and black tea makes the most amazing tea at 4, and chai Noomi as its called is a traditional tea from the Arab states of Persian Gulf and Iraq.
Below is a recipe for drying lime quickly in the microwave, which is otherwise dried for days 

Ingredients
3 lemons
2 cups of water 
1 tsbp salt

Method
Boil water with salt. Add lemons and boil for a minute. 
Next microwave the lemons for about 12 seconds on high.
cool, crush and add the peels to your black tea! 
Delicious.
Chai Noomi Basra
YouTube Video UCSsJZtadjbI-uYF9-zE-dxw__Iwv_KGvdoU
Firstly, I hope you all enjoy this video! It's rather long but you can always skip to the part you need to see! As a photo enthusiast and a professional interior and product photographer I always need props and what better way to get the best props than making it yourself. 
Secondly here are a few things you need to make Jack-O'-Lanterns with air drying clay
Air Drying Clay 1 package. I used Monte Marte and its the best. Available on Amazon.
Cling wrap
A plastic ball or crumpled aluminium foil
A sharp exacto knife
A flat, clean surface (I use a marble slab) to work on
Lots of patience. 
The rest is in the video. 

After 3 days, you can also colour it with a colour of your choice or keep as is, as I have! 

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DIY Air Drying Clay Jack-O'-Lantern for Halloween
YouTube Video UCSsJZtadjbI-uYF9-zE-dxw_UJF-tTx8TfQ
Update: use crumpled aluminium foil as opposed to plastic ball. Dries faster. No cracks. 

Mini pumpkins and gourds look beautiful as autumn decor but unfortunately in our climate (Mumbai) they don't stand a chance outside the fridge. There are faux ones available but they come with a hefty shipping. So we decided to make them. And can I say that they look absolutely kawai! 
Here's the step by step tutorial of DIY mini pumpkins and I assure you you'll love it!
TruCrafts: Do It Yourself Air Drying Clay Pumpkins
YouTube Video UCSsJZtadjbI-uYF9-zE-dxw_YGdSAhfkAqA
Looks like work from home is the new normal and we have a few ideas up our sleeves to make it all the more fun! Though a chair and a table is the way to go and this may not be for everyone and yet i love working from the couch and find it very relaxing. If you're someone like me, this is for you.
How to turn your sofa to a work/chill nook
YouTube Video UCSsJZtadjbI-uYF9-zE-dxw_WTvpPF1dpfE
Had an old morpheus brandy bottle lying around. Repurposed it into a pretty blue and white vase for brushes, ladles and flowers. A little love can truly turn trash to treasure.
Leave it better than you found it: Repurpose glass bottles as vase
YouTube Video UCSsJZtadjbI-uYF9-zE-dxw_5wQIQDjrm_k
Can you live your best life in a normal, busy city apartment? Yes you can. If you are willing to try.  And in any budget. See how we do it.
How to live simply, comfortably and cozy in a city
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Red hearts? Passe perhaps? Here's how you can show some love to your home and your loved ones without doing the obvious. These origami paper hearts made from vintage paper are a hit throughout the year!
Add a little love to your decor with origami hearts
YouTube Video UCSsJZtadjbI-uYF9-zE-dxw_ZNjiG4d6qkg
An easy, simple, graceful but absolutely doable Christmas table setting idea that you can do at your home with whatever you have at hand. After all, 'Tis the season to be jolly and not be hassled.
A Quick + Easy Christmas table setting idea
YouTube Video UCSsJZtadjbI-uYF9-zE-dxw_TF3tBSzB1ro
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