The Cottage Mela organised by The Central Cottage Industries Emporium is on at Safina Plaza.I found these extremely cute hand-painted terracotta dolls. Rs. 30 each.
Here are some random pics taken during Ganesh Chaturthi this Sunday.
Thanks Holly for featuring our home in decor8 under the new feature decor8 reader spaces.
Was having my morning cuppa in the balcony. The sunlight streaming in on the stone Ganesha Idol and forming these shadows had to be captured and posted. We picked up this stone Ganesha from a roadside shop in front of the Chennakeshava Temple in Belur.
Ganesha engraved on a terracotta tile. Can also be used as a paper weight. Love it!
Yesterday I received an invitation from Eka announcing their 'Celebrating Ganesha' Exhibition. You can find Ganesha Idols in various mediums.
Ganesh Chaturthi. The festival of Ganesha- the Elephant God is round the corner. He is also my favourite God. I am dedicating this week as Ganesha Week. Here are carved wooden idols of Ganesha which we saw at a workshop in Mysore.
Mallika's Birthday is fast approaching and Pink is her favourite colour. Planning on a Pink & White Theme. Picked up some sample birthday paraphernalia.
Very Vanilla is a product of the Vanilla Plantations of Tranquil- the Homestay. Vanilla Beans are packed in very interesting test tubes. They also have great recipes in the booklet.
My nature-friendly version of the Indian Flag. Happy Independence Day on the 15th of August.I value our Independence and am proud to be an Indian.Off to Kerala for the long Independence Day weekend.
Ritu Kumar is an Indian Designer who has revived the age-old crafts like Zardozi & Kashida. Her Saris would make any woman look graceful. Love the colour pallette of aquas and the right amount of embroidery.
Round Embroidery Mukesh Pouch & Pencil Case.
Anokhi specialises in wide range of products specialising in hand-block printing, applique work, tie & dye and bead work. Their products includes home textiles, garments & accessories.Just love this Nepalese Blouse- Booti. The amazing cushions, pouches & bags.
Love the image of Five-headed Ganesha on the sling pouch. Nice for carrying change & knick-knacks.
Just discovered this amazing artist, photographer, designer Amy Ruppel through decor8 ( April Archives ). Her subject is usually simple images of birds & nests. 
I am so excited, I have just about discovered the lovely handmade products by Independent designers through ishopindie.
Don't know when my love for Incense Stick Holders began. I now have wooden, ceramic & metallic holders. This ceramic one with Jaipuri hand-painted design in light green is lovely.
I have a weakness for ceramics. A well crafted ceramic piece is a delight to the eye. I found this amazing Triplet Container Set- $26 and Star Burst Teapot ( Sold Out!) in Sprout Studio.
The Cottage Mela organised by The Central Cottage Industries Emporium is on at Safina Plaza.
We had some collegues of Srinivas over for dinner. Here are some pics taken during the preparations for the party.
Thanks Holly for featuring our home in decor8 under the new feature decor8 reader spaces.
Was having my morning cuppa in the balcony. The sunlight streaming in on the stone Ganesha Idol and forming these shadows had to be captured and posted. We picked up this stone Ganesha from a roadside shop in front of the Chennakeshava Temple in Belur.
Yesterday I received an invitation from Eka announcing their 'Celebrating Ganesha' Exhibition. You can find Ganesha Idols in various mediums.
Ganesh Chaturthi. The festival of Ganesha- the Elephant God is round the corner. He is also my favourite God. I am dedicating this week as Ganesha Week. Here are carved wooden idols of Ganesha which we saw at a workshop in Mysore.
Mallika's Birthday is fast approaching and Pink is her favourite colour. Planning on a Pink & White Theme. Picked up some sample birthday paraphernalia.
Very Vanilla is a product of the Vanilla Plantations of Tranquil- the Homestay. Vanilla Beans are packed in very interesting test tubes. They also have great recipes in the booklet.
We stayed at a Homestay called Tranquil in the coffee plantations of Kerala. I just can't begin to explain the natural beauty of the place, attention to detail by the hosts & the amazing hospitality. Still recovering from all the pampering.
Love these colourful wooden incense stick holders from Mysore. The bright Sun God & Krishna holders in oranges & greens.
My nature-friendly version of the Indian Flag. Happy Independence Day on the 15th of August.
I kinda like this bright red & fuchsia flats with sequin work on them. Picked it up from one of the by-lanes of Commercial Street for just Rs. 200.
Ange Peter is another potter from Auroville who started Forest Pottery. Love the Peepal Leaf motifs on her pottery.
These stoneware coffee mugs & soup bowls are from Mantra Handmade Pottery started by Angad Vohra as an Auroville project in Pondicherry. Love the earthy colours & textures.
Love the image of Five-headed Ganesha on the sling pouch. Nice for carrying change & knick-knacks.
I have long been nurturing a secret passion for designing jewelry. Wasn't sure when or where I would diplay it. I just string together glass beads, metal pendants of Indian Gods/Symbols and create interesting neck pieces which I wear for my own pleasure and creative satisfaction.
