An Indian Summer

Umm...couple of tickets to Brazil please..

2009-10-28T18:44:00.001+05:30

Mr. Wilbert Das, when not being the über creative director at Diesel, is into setting up beautiful villas in Brazil. So glad he picked up this 'hobby', else we wouldn't have had Uxua Casa Home.

"Above a remote stretch of Brazil’s Bahian coastline sits an enchanting fishing village called Trancoso. On the town’s historic green (the Quadrado) is a secret garden holding a luxurious hideaway; nine 1-3 bedroom houses built and decorated in collaboration with local artisans using traditional building methods, recycled materials, and exquisite attention to detail."

Well, Thank you Mr. Das. Good job!

Now for those tickets and reservations..

But wait. Let me first practice pronouncing Uxua...it can't sound the way its sounds coming out of my mouth..can it?

You try. While you take a look at this amazing place..

[All Images Uxua Casa Hotel]

Originally spotted on the fabulous House Martin

Happy Diwali!

2009-10-20T11:35:00.002+05:30

Hello! How have you been?

I have been busy with Diwali festivities and a wedding in the family

Hope you all had an awesome Diwali

And celebrated the festival of lights

By lighting a diya or two

I will now catch up with you next week. Leaving you with some glimpses of the Diwali decor at home this year...

(all pics taken by me @ home)

[Blogger gave the option of posting extra large pics as I uploaded the pics, so trying that out. Let me know if it messes up the blog formatting/user interface for you...will get back to regular sized pics]

Be still, my heart..

2009-10-07T15:50:00.004+05:30

India, Guatemala, Bhutan, Mexico, Mongolia, Brazil, Uzbekistan....just some of the places that have inspired Gudrun Sjödén to create a beautiful and prolific line of clothes, and home furnishing. Combine this mélange of influence with Scandinavian design traditions, and well, you have a collection that makes your heart skip a beat. Mine skipped more than a couple actually, and made me take hasty decisions like wanting to share this goodness from Sweden as soon as possible. Like pronto. Like without any further delay and, without much ado. Quite a difficult task since I had to stop drooling and do mundane things like copy paste, format, align, swear etc. And get used to blogger's new fangled post editor. Sigh! I can keep rambling on, but, I strongly recommend that you stop reading and start scrolling. And then tell me how many beats did your heart skip?

And home furnishing isn't even the mainstay of Gurdun...she actually specializes in creating incredibly beautiful clothing line.

See my selection from her collection here..

And, this last pic is specially for my readers from India...Let's see if you can tell me what made me smile :)

Psst: You can buy the towels seen in pics above from FabIndia. They have the exact same design!

So long, till we meet next. And start prepping for Diwali via An Indian Summer!

Miv Watts

2009-09-23T15:22:00.009+05:30

Sometimes, you need to let the visuals do all the talking. This is one of those times.

Read about the creative journey of Miv Watts, and browse, linger, pause, sigh and dream through this post, to see her work inspired by the East and by India...

...and let me know if this satiated your creative urge for India inspired interiors for this week? :)

All things retro

2009-09-11T09:13:00.011+05:30

While browsing via my latest adda (hindi for: a place where you hangout), I came across rooms, all scanned from magazines, that had Retro and/or India written all over them. You would know what my next thought was - I have to share these gems with you!

(sorry, the images are a bit grainy...)

The swing (jhoola) - common feature in traditional Indian homes. This room seems to be from a haveli

The crowded corner and center table :)

Low stools (moodha) - you can find these selling along the highways, especially in the north and central India

Beautiful latticed wooden screen. Below the low sitting arrangement is footwear: kolhapuri chappals and mojris

Love these wooden shutters!

Different forms of low diwan style sitting in the following pics:

The charpoy!

Bright rugs, on the floor or on the wall..

Cosy sitting nook in the form of a niche (aala)

The canopy is a stylised form of very typical design used in the tents for weddings..

Gorgeous bedrooms..

[Source: the nomadic sun]

And how can I leave the retro without a song? This epitomises the 80's for me ;)

P.S: thanks for your emails in response to my last post. Blogger is still excruciatingly slow for me, but atleast the images are getting uploaded. And I will take your suggestion about dropping in a mail to blogger - hopefully that should help.

Is blogger down?

2009-09-10T17:30:00.006+05:30

Unable to load pics since morning today! A delicious new post is waiting for you as soon as I am able to make blogger work. Anyone else facing this issue?

And, how are you doing today?

This side of the globe: Have a nice evening, and a deep restful sleep tonight :)

That side of globe: Have a great day today folks! Make today as interesting and intriguing as 09.09.09. :)

In the meantime, if you are looking for some inspiration, hop over here - Thank God, tumblr is atleast working the way it is supposed to work..

Rijuta's Art...

2009-09-01T17:39:00.009+05:30

...for An Indian Summer!

Rijuta Rishi is a graphic designer, and an eternal doodler. I loved her work when she first shared some of her art with me sometime back. One thing led to another, and she very graciously created banner art for An Indian Summer (look look - new header!). This header heralds the soon-to-come autumn/fall season :)

Rijuta on her art:

"I'm very drawn to ancient India, its mysticism and myths, so it's probably why I get very inspired by the traditional arts. There's room to 'say' something in many layers, and the symbolism is subtly embedded amidst their stories. Traditional forms feature in my doodles and art quite often, and mostly, I forget the world when I'm doing these."

If you are interested to see more of Rijuta's work, or contact her for assignments and design work, please email her.

Thanks Rijuta for the lovely header for An Indian Summer!

~ Stuff launching and happening ~

2009-08-26T13:39:00.005+05:30

Meera Dabir

From designing and making props for movie sets, to creating magic on the walls of homes and establishments of many high profile clients in India, to now doing a masters in design in London - Meera is clearly in pursuit of creative happiness! When she started in India 10 years back, she used what ever paints and pigments were available and experimented with and invented her own techniques and colour concoctions, making sure that effect looks organic. Steering clear of the commercial synthetic effects, such as walls mottled using a spray gun, she aims for effect that is well blended and subtle and looks like as if there were worlds lurking beneath the surface - like an abstract painting; not like a pig dressed up for the county fair! She firmly believes that the thing with building colourscapes, is like poetry - it's all about feeling.

You can see more of Meera's work here, and if you would like to engage her services as an artist/designer, or consult with her, send her an email

Hayan Maani

Hayan Maani is a multi talented artist from Jordan, and his work covers a wide array of design directions -from paintings and calligraphy to logos and advertising, all within a journey of over 20 years. He firmly believes in the power of expression, individualism and originality. Take a look at his site for some incredible work of art, the bronze sculptures being my personal favorite.

Sonal Nathwani

Sonal's work reflects a blend of Asian and European influences and sensibilities. She was born in Malawi to Indian parents, and grew up in England, and polished her innate talent at a fine art course at the renowned Charles H. Cecil Studios in Italy. Take a look at her gallery to view her lovely paintings

Plum Pretty Sugar

Charlotte Mills runs and owns the brand of Loungerie (bedding, loungewear) called Plum Pretty Sugar. The fabrics and inspiration, both are from India. Her creations, specially the loungewear are deliciously dreamy and summery. You can buy these from her etsy shop.

The Loaded Trunk

Doesn't the name 'The Loaded Trunk' sound exciting? It reminds me of treasure hunts, and when I looked at Roni's online store, it was like a treasure hunt come true! Incredibly beautiful rugs, fabrics, art objects - all collected from different parts of the world, specially the orient. You have to go and take a look....and buy me a rug while you are at it ;-)

Roni: I'll be seeing you in six weeks. Give me a shout when you land in India!

The Style Saloniste

Dianne Dorrans Saeks, the very well known author of many design and style books, wrote a beautiful tribute to the legendary Rajmata Gayatri Devi, the incredibly beautiful and famous former maharani of Jaipur. The article is a fitting tribute to a princess who has been a symbol of Indian erstwhile royalty for the world. Thanks for sharing the article and your experiences, Dianne.

New blog alert : Mocca & Me

Interior inspiration from Netherlands, a blog written by Natascha Roobol. Click right here to get new insights and ideas for your home!

Rachel Leonard

Rachel is multi-talented person, writing a blog, making jewelry and also working on art projects. Her blog is very aptly named 'My Right Brain' :)

Gypsy Girl Guide

Alessandra de Souza is a photographer, writer and film producer with a 'gypsy' heart! Look through her beautiful site for her photographs, writing, and her exciting adventure: Journey to Jordan along with Tara of Paris Parfait fame! Also take a look at her etsy shop for photographs from India..

3 Bees Paperie

Celebrate the upcoming festival of Eid and Diwali with beautiful cards from 3 Bees Paperie!

thank you for sharing your work and talent with me and my readers!

Wash away..

2009-08-18T14:57:00.006+05:30

..your monday blues

...on a Tuesday morning

In bathrooms inspired by India.

[Image courtesy: Debi Treloar, Indenfor, Paul Massey Photography, Maryam]

You Got Mail!

2009-08-11T20:19:00.010+05:30

Have you visited my new blog as yet? If not, let me ask you why. Why?

What is stopping you from clicking here right now, this very instant, and spreading your love (and some world peace while you are at it) at An Indian Summer Likes?

Do I hear nothing? [well, I do have selective hearing]. Alright then, go right ahead. Don't be shy. Click here!

:D...even before you tell me, filing this post under shameless self promotion...

On a more 'sober' note, Thank you all who have been visiting me and leaving me notes and sending me emails. Yes, tumblr commenting is a bit confusing to those of us used to other blogging platforms. So responding to your questions via this post: In tumblr, if you have an account, you can 'like' a post (the way you do in facebook), and also 'reblog' the post. But you do need to have an account for that. You will find these icons on the top right of any tumblr blogs' page once you create your own tumblr account. If you don't want to open a tumblr account, fret not! You can leave a comment via the disqus commenting system...and no, you don't need to have an account for that. Just click on the post heading (date/time in this case), and you will find the comment form.

Hope this helps! See you around soon :)

And while we are it, a big shout out to the growing An Indian Summer tribe on Facebook! It is really awesome to finally 'see' you. And of course 'An Indian Summer Gang' is going great guns...we are 15 short of hitting 300 followers as of right now. So hurry up, join in. I have always liked the number 300 :)

[Image from An Indian Summer Likes]

Dream a little dream...

2009-08-11T18:45:00.006+05:30

for me

Sweet dreams till Morocco finds you

Sweet dreams that leave all worries behind you

but in your dreams

whatever they be

dream a little dream for me

[Original: Dream a little dream of me: Mamas and Papas]

In these bedrooms...

Did you dream?

[Courtesy Bab Design]

Bringing India to Europe

2009-07-30T09:18:00.005+05:30

If you live in Milan, Florence, Rome or Madrid, please raise your hand. And, if you love all things Indian, raise your other hand. This post is going to make you happy. Very happy. For I am sharing Lisa Corti's fabulous line up of Indian furnishing, furniture, garments and pottery - a store that is located in your very own city! So read on. And yes, you may put your hands down now...unless you can scroll using telekinesis ;-)

Others, i.e. non-residents of above mentioned cities: Do not despair! Lisa Corti's goodies also retail in other European and American cities. I guess that leaves folks from Asia Pacific..well, India is just a flight away anyway! And for us in India, more inspiration on what to look out for the next time we go shopping. :)

Regions/Cities in India from where Lisa sources (and designs) her products

Posters of popular Hindu deities as pop art

Cotton cloth from the south of India

These curtains remind me of sarees worn by nuns (in Calcutta)!

Stock up on colorful cushions and pillows for upcoming autumn and winter months

Lovely dresses for kids and us

Great inspiration for India inspired kids room

The stores look lovely too!

[All images Lisa Corti]

And one more..

2009-07-23T06:40:00.007+05:30

Is one blog ever enough?

Can I say that I lived happily after if I had only one blog?

Do I feel satisfied sharing only interior decor inspiration?

The answer to all of the above is a resounding No!

You know what is coming your way, right? :)

A brand new blog!

'An Indian Summer Likes'

Nothing fancy. Just an online scrapbook of things I like - art, jewelry, photographs, music, poetry, books, furniture, rooms, humour, DIYs, dresses, accessories, cats, illustrations, recipes, typography...anything that catches my eye! While I will continue sharing interior inspiration on 'An Indian Summer', for all of you who have liked what I have liked, hop over to An Indian Summer Likes for more of my likes! Yikes! Early morning blogging can lead to a gross lack of creativity when it comes to writing. For a non-morning person like me. So go ahead, count the number of 'likes' in this paragraph, and tut tut away. You won't tut tut away when you see what I have in store for you in the coming days on this blog and also on that blog! Hah!

And while I am on the topic of talking about me and my blogs, let me share with you another way to connect. You can now connect with 'An Indian Summer' on Facebook! I finally figured out the network blog thingie on facebook, and put this blog up to be networked. So, if you are on facebook (and if you are not, My God, how come?!), connect with An Indian Summer and other people with similar interests right away! You can do so by clicking right here, or by clicking on the facebook networked blog widget on the left sidebar [right below the An Indian Summer gang widget]

Follow 'An Indian Summer' on Facebook

And by the way, Good Morning to all you early peeps up and awake right now! And Good Night to folks on the other side of the ocean - Go sleep! Now! :)

Kishani Perera

2009-07-14T13:00:00.006+05:30

I stumbled upon Kishani Perera's portfolio and liked her way of incorporating Asian and Indian touches to primarily western interiors. Her designs very nicely illustrate the fact that oriental influence on design does not necessarily need to be over the top. Kishani has a bunch of interesting projects as part of her repertoire and she loves to use resources from around the world to bring an distinct interpretation of style to her client's homes. Here's a look at the designs from her portfolio that I liked :

Very simple and elegant arrangement on a side table. I really like the vase - reminiscent of traditional Indian pickle/chutney holders called 'martbaan' (in North India). Readers from India: I would love to know what are these called in your region :)

Old wooden chests work very well as a table

Traditional Indian furniture painted in bright colors add a touch of quirkiness to this room

Bright 'sindoor' holder from Benaras on the centre table. These are available in many different sizes.

I like the cosy warm feel of this room with a 'diwan' style sofa and bright cushions

Like the wooden wardrobe at the back

Isn't the wall color brilliant! The fabric on the bed has a design similar to that found in handloom fabrics from North East India

Love that quaint chair!

If those lamp bases are made of stone - then they get added to my wishlist immediately!

Another set of artefacts put together for a very elegant effect

The 'jharokha' style bookcase!

[All images: Kishani Perera]

~ Stuff launching and happening ~

2009-07-09T12:34:00.008+05:30

It's time again for me to share with you the work of some incredibly talented people, products from some unique shops and new launches in the world of design and style blogs! A big thank you to all these wonderful people who have graciously emailed me links to their work, for it to be showcased on An Indian Summer. A whole bunch of more creative links and showcases are coming up next week!

I Me Am Designs

Chetna Vij Sharma, the brain child behind this design firm, is a graduate from The Pratt Institute, NY, and has been working as a graphic designer in India. Look through her portfolio to view some very creative print, interactive and styling projects. She has also launched a line of kitschy Indian bags, boxes and wrapping paper.

Ching Teoh's art work

Ching, from Malaysia, is a self taught painter. Her rich and vibrant paintings are inspired by colors, beauties, patterns and textures of nature, and reflect a multi-cultural influence. See more of Ching's work on her site and you can buy the paintings from her etsy shop.

Eva Hanusova

Eva, from Czech Republic, became fascinated with the handmade jewelry world while taking classes at School of Visual Arts and Parson School of Design in New NY. Besides working on her jewelry line, Eva also designs home accessories and dabbles in the world of folk art using primarily chalk pastels and acrylics

Not your grandma's needlepoint!

Laura's brainchild, Not your Grandma's Needlepoint is unique, whimsical one of a kind, canvas design. Using her photographs as inspiration, she has created customized canvases by borrowing fantastical imagery from a variety of pop culture influences, including pop art and sixties psychedelia - bringing the traditional craft she loves so much into a contemporary context.

Linda Arthur

Linda, a self confessed textile junky, is an artist from Canada with a passion for painting. Do look at some of her brilliant work on her blog..

Milgayi Style Diary

Milgayi is an premier image based directory of fashion and lifestyle web sites dedicated to South Asians worldwide. Sudeepa Khanna, the creative woman behind Milgayi brings to the readers the finest web links in various categories such as world-class South Asian designers, exquisite apparel, beautiful home decor, and timeless jewelry

DecorStyler

Décor Styler is a log of interior design trends and ideas, focused on inspiring the finer things in life!

Bloom.acious Cafe

Bloom.acious cafe is a spot where readers can get ideas and info about a range of subjects, as well as post updates about design/lifestyle projects they are working on. Readers can also start a group that focuses on their favorite topics, or join one that has been already started and add ideas and information there!

Maharani Wedding Blog

Maharani Weddings is a majestic blog soley dedicated to the elaborate, detail-oriented Indian bride. Conceptualized by Shawna, this blog bring you the most opulent ideas and unique vendors all with style!

Home Addict

Home addict, has been conceptualized by Caroline Gauci, a French textile designer working with weavers in Cambodia and Thailand on Ikat textiles. Following fair trade principles, her creations are modern, with graphic designs, using age old weaving techniques.

Design and Asia

Falling for the charms of Asia, Amandine and Sacha, a french couple, launched Design and Asia, an online 'traveling boutique'. They travel for months at a time in search of new products that come from all four corners of Asia. Each item is found with special care and is shaped by best artists, each item is unique and made in the rules of a responsible and ethical trade

Terra Furnishings

Terra Furnishings support an eco-conscious lifestyle and like to work with people who share a similar philosophy. They welcome the opportunity to work with design professionals and provide industry incentives to assist with your client and project needs. Do check them out - they are offering a discounts for retail showrooms/stores & can do wholesale pricing on many of our products.

Teo Jasmin

Teo Jasmin is an interior design company based in Paris. They have an eclectic collection of furniture and furnishing, each inspired by a geographical region or city. Check them out for their interesting use of photographic prints..

Sixx Design's Book Launch

Downtown Chic, co-written by husband and wife team, Robert and Cortney Novogratz of the NYC-based firm SIXX Design, has been launched. For over more than a decade, this young, hip and artsy couple has developed and designed many unique properties in Manhattan, rebuilt entire city blocks and turned funky into fabulous, with every detail considered and executed with the utmost taste and luxury. See all on their site and the book!

Eye Candy Alert...200th time!

2009-07-02T16:13:00.011+05:30

This, is my cheesy way of announcing the 200th post on An Indian Summer! I have had a superb time sharing and talking to you via my blog, and I hope to keep doing so for many more delicious years to come. You gals, and guys, rock! Really! Warm or Cool bear hug (choose based on your local weather condition) being transmitted to you, like right now! Followed by a quick thank you peck on the cheek! :)

This being the 200th post and all, I have gone a bit overboard. Which translates into a lot of eye candy of design and style that I find myself drawn to these days. And I found all of this on one incredible photographer's site - Jordi Canosa. The fact that the images also had shades of India and Morocco, here and there, made it all even better :)

Starting with some dreamy salón de siesta!

above: this work is known as bhandej or bandhini...tie and dye

Now some living /sitting areas..

Some bathrooms..

And other details..

Time to step out of these beautiful rooms, and say Ah! :)

[All Images: Jordi Canosa]

de adobe en mexico..

2009-06-09T14:38:00.007+05:30

Sun drenched homes

Colors - mellow, and rich

Cool courtyards

Cobbled pathways

Colonial estates

Rich heritage

I could have been talking about India..

But no, I am talking about Mexico!

All this and more, from the design galleries of award winning authors

Karen Witynski & Joe P. Carr

Hacienda Style!

[All pics from Hacienda Style]

Rediscover the old..

2009-05-27T14:33:00.008+05:30

It is really heartening to see Indian and Asian influence on international design and products. Things that are used on a daily basis, or some that have been forgotten as 'old style' or 'traditional', are now being feted in international boutiques as the latest in chic home possession. Take a look at the latest catalogue of Toast to re-discover Indian utilitarian items - from the ubiquitous dibba (lunch box) to colorful lanterns to the humble madras checks to steel dinnerware :)

(All images: Toast catalogue)

On another note, also sharing with you a quick dose of goodness from the hammams of Turkey, brought to us by Tad'e Pays du Levant. This mouthful of a boutique has a range of products inspired by ancient traditions of hammam (Turkish bath), keeping in line with ethical and ecological trade. Take a look at Tad'e Pays du Levant for its delicious sounding products and lovely pictures...

[Read more on Hammam...]

Flights of Fancy

2009-05-11T18:14:00.008+05:30

"What's tickling your decor bone these days?"

You may ask me.

Even if you don't ask,

I have to tell you!

Here is what has caught my fancy these days...

Am on the look out for unusual headboards..

Distressed furniture...

Use of (empty) bird cages in decor...

And summery inspiration for outdoor living...

How about you? What are you fancying these days?

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Lost and Found

2009-05-07T10:24:00.005+05:30

The biggest Hello! ever

How have you been doing,

As the season changed from spring to summer?

I have been super occupied

With work, family and travel

(look - the pics from travel below!)

And,

I also lost my blogging Mojo :(

I searched high and low

But it was nowhere to be found.

And then,

I was bombarded with emails and comments

Some concerned, some upset

That demanded that I better speed up this finding schmiding bit

And come back. Pronto!

So here I am

Putting together globs of Mojo

(I always visualized Mojo as a glob. You?)

To gradually ease back into

The beautiful world of blogging and You!

So,

Hello! again :-)

Some glimpses from:

Tashijong Monastery - Palampur, HP [India]

Kangra tea estates - Palampur

St. John's Church in the wilderness - Mcleodganj

And, London

[Pics taken by my new camera. i.e. by me, using the new camera]

And, thank you - new and regular readers, people joining the An Indian Summer gang (Followers), people who commented and emailed, readers who subscribed to feeds even when there was silence on this blog! :)

Where am I?

2009-03-18T10:58:00.003+05:30

Hello! Sorry for not posting in a long time. I am traveling, and will be back home this weekend.

Talk to you then!

indenfor

Just a hint...

2009-03-04T20:33:00.005+05:30

...of the Orient

in these rooms

from Octopus

Inspiration from South East Asia, Morocco and Scandinavian design

Diwan [daybed] with bolsters

Indonesian cabinet and gorgeous embroidered throw with marble table decor

Love this room! The color of pillows against the green wall, brass lamp shades and the smocked blanket

Ikat! Are those rugs or fabric?

Your personal chattri (umbrella)!

Rattan chairs with antique look wooden pillar table

Isn't the color of the parapet lovely? Looks like the floor covering is a jute chattai (rug)

Another use of paraat (plate)!

Rattan recliner in orange!

Adore the chair color!

Just a hint....works too!

Dastkar and me

2009-03-01T22:15:00.007+05:30

[Puppets from Rajasthan]

What better way to spend a springy Sunday afternoon than browsing through stalls after stalls of gorgeous craft and art from different regions of India? That's exactly what I did yesterday, at the Dastkar Mela (Dastkar means craftsperson and Mela means fair). Below is just a sample from the absolutely eye catching colors and designs available at the mela..

[Kantha work on silk from West Bengal and Dokra craft from Bihar ]

[Multi-hued woven baskets and jars from Tamil Nadu, and ceramic pottery with typical sanganeri motifs from Rajasthan]

[Spice box from an NGO e'thaan, and wooden lacquered toys from Andhra]

[More products from designers who are working to revive age old craft traditions]

[Phad painting from and rugs from Rajasthan]

[Pottery and Tableware from Himachal]

[Jewellery, block print fabrics and more tableware]

Info for readers in Delhi and around: This fair is on at the IGNCA grounds (Janpath). I would recommend at the least one visit! Things to look out for: Rugs, maheshwari sarees, leather bags, the e'thaan stall, Atler ego's stall, raw silk and khadi silk fabric.

[All pics clicked by me]

Are you in the mood...

2009-02-18T17:36:00.004+05:30

..for some shopping?

Or, maybe virtual window shopping in these times of recession ;-)

Don't look any further

Here are two sumptuous online shops

Bringing India closer home to you

Devotion: The online emporium

From marble decor objects to brass thaalis (plates) to gorgeous cushion/pillow covers to dresses by Brigitte Singh - you will find it all at Devotion!

L'aviva home

L'aviva Home brings to you a series of curated online trunk shows, showcasing goods from India and Africa. Current showcase is of textiles and objects..

~ Stuff launching and happening ~

2009-02-16T12:06:00.003+05:30

These lovely people wrote to me over the last couple of months, sharing their work, ideas and new products. Take a look at all the goodness:

Manreet Deol's Jewelery

Manreet is product designer based out of Brooklyn and Delhi. She has recently started working on jewelery and here is what she says about her work: "My jewelry is often organic in appeal, inspired by travels to Borneo, Bali, NY and my interpretation of the textural vocabulary of each culture ( Rice grains, Frangipani flowers, corals, wisteria wines etc ). They are made of recycled polished brass in the sand-casting method. I love using this ancient casting process in which my clay sculptings are cast into recycled metal from a fresh new sand mold each and every time.I enjoy collaborating w/ craftspeople who would ordinarily utilize this casting technique for making household goods"

Manreet is looking out for retailers in India and all over the world. Reach out to Manreet in case you would like to stock her gorgeous collection!

Art by Aarohi Singh

Aarohi a self taught artist paints in oil, acrylics, watercolor, pastels and works on paper, canvas, metal, cardboard, wood and fabric! Phew! To say the least, she is extremely talented! In her own words: "My art is sometimes coloured by chalk pastels, other times ink, sometimes by oils, even charcoal; but always, always finished with my view of the world"

See more of her paintings and her interpretation of kitsch, at her blog - Art by Aarohi

Psst: Aarohi, I am looking forward to see you exhibit in Delhi/Gurgaon sometime soon :)

Post-its Notes left to their fate...

...in public places! 'Copywriter' leaves little hand-written/drawn post-it notes in the city (Singapore) for people to find and take a few seconds out of their busy lives to think about the 'things we forget'.

Find more about these notes at the To Do blog.

Indian/Asian Graphic Designers - Submit your link!

Johnny, the author of the blog Spoon and Tamagi is an artist and writer based out of New York and Tokyo. And he is writing a book on graphic design in Asia, with the objective of exposing the great quality work being done in Asia that might not necessarily be mainstream.

So, if you are a graphic designer, or know of one, do make sure you submit your details here!

iukbox - Art production agency

iukbox is an European art production agency that aims at the promotion of designers and artists. At the crossroads of design and contemporary art, iukbox invites artists and designers to invent objects that can be edited in limited series. The agency proposes a follow up from conception to execution and takes care of the distribution.

You can also invite iukbox to your home or office. They can arrange an exclusive presentation of their collection in the comfort of your surroundings… your very own private opening!

Spunky Sprouts!

Spunky Sprouts is a one-stop shopping for modern, unique and colorful products for kids with fabulous style—and their parents! Spunkysprout.com is also the best place on earth to find exceptional, must-have lifestyle gifts from Europe and America for the sophisticated family

BEHR - The one stop paint shop

Behr.com has been relaunched and has many features as part of its new avtaar. You can view inspiration galleries, use the virtual color center to replicate the retail experience, create your workbooks and explore many more exciting DIY options.

Click now to give your room a virtual makeover!