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…
Make your own DIY pedestal in under 20 minutes
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…
Make It Monday: 3 Easy DIY Faux Pumpkins for Fall Decor
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…
13 reasons why this easy fall decorating guide will be your best friend
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…
India Chic: How to use Traditional Brass in a Non Traditional setting feat. Gaatha
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…
Help Us decide a wallpaper for our bedroom
After much contemplation, I have decided to let go of the beautiful blue in our bedroom. Hahahaha. Honestly, I kept it this long because of Rohan. He wanted it. But it’s time. It’s too blue and I am over it. But, this time around, I have decided to add a little interest with pattern in…
How to hide wires + wire aesthetically in a rental apartment
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…
How to decoganize your home with Wire Baskets
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…
All the curtains in our home + how to get the best of your curtains with the right curtain rod
If I get more than 10 questions on a single subject on Instagram, I write it down because that means it’s my new blog topic. This time around, you all asked for curtains and curtain rods and today, we are going to chat about that. In the course of the blog, I will also tell…
A comprehensive guide for choosing your ceiling fan right
I have a lot of respect for people who choose their ceiling fans right. It instantly tells me two things- A. They love their home to the T. And so do I. B. They have tremendous attention to detail, and this quality alone can take one quite far in life in whatever field they choose…
5 simple ways to add summer charm to your home
5 simple ways to add summer charm to your home. That, ladies and gents, is the topic of discussion in here today and one I think you all will find handy given the times. Cooped up in our homes, things can look pretty dreary sometimes. And while summer is the perfect season to get out…
Grey for May & Busting the myth on Thread Count
Do you remember your favourite bedsheet from your childhood? How it felt and how snug you were in it? So much so that you won’t even fall asleep if you didn’t have that bedsheet? Now, let me ask you, do you remember what thread count it was? I for sure don’t. What I do remember…
Light, Lumen & Layering: all you need to know about mood lighting
Reema and I were discussing lights and fixtures the other day and she filled me in with a very interesting topic for discussion. Lumen! What lumen should you opt for if you want to create mood lighting in your home? What kind of combination should you go for if you are opting for multiple light…