In India, block prints hold a place of pride! The age-old craft of dyeing and colouring a fabric using wooden blocks have been perfected over generations. It is said that the printing and dyeing of fabrics like cotton originated in the state of Rajasthan, and was then adapted by Gujarat. Today, the art form is also practiced in the states of Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, … Continue reading The cultural history of Indian block printing!
It’s the holiday season and hence the perfect time to spruce up our homes and wardrobes. I’m so glad I came across World of Ek which is an online store with a wellness-inspired collection of indo-contemporary apparel, jewelry, and home furnishings that are apt for the contemporary Indian home. Ever since, I have been loving EK’s products, especially because they are inspired by our rich … Continue reading Featuring “World of Ek” an awe-inspiring collection!
Featuring The Creative Toddlers Fingerprint Art: Welcome to a journey of co-creating art and memories with your little ones. Creating fingerprint art is a great way for toddlers to nurture their creativity and a fun way for parents to co-create with their little ones and preserve precious memories of their growing children. It’s a fun creative activity to boost an early learner’s creativity & discovery. … Continue reading Adorable Fingerprint Art for your little ones!
Creativity is multifaceted; we have the brain level, as well as the creative process itself. The process usually involves inspiration followed by action. Where does the inspiration come from? Where do the ideas form? How do they get manifested? Creativity looks different for each individual. Here are 5 practical ways to boost your creativity. Creativity Through Meditation “Stillness is where creativity and solutions to problems … Continue reading 5 Ways to Boost Your Creativity!
The key is opening the door to creativity by inviting in curiosity and doing things that awaken the energy of excitement to keep things open and flowing. During these times of intermittent lock-downs and restricted travel, painting is an imaginative way when stuck indoors. But as fun as channeling your inner Picasso can be, embarking on a paint project can be daunting. Luckily, if you’re … Continue reading Paint-by-number kits for the at-home Picasso!
Live flowers or house-plants are the perfect way to uplift your space. Whether the bright blooms or sweet aromatic scent appeal to your senses, flowers can add unexpected value to home decor in unique, artful, and creative ways. Here are a few creative & unconventional ways to decorate your home with flowers. “Flowers… are a proud assertion that a ray of beauty out values all … Continue reading Wonderful Ways to Decorate Your Home with Flowers!
Yakshagana is a traditional folk theatre, believed to have originated in the coastal districts of Karnataka that combines dance, music, dialogue, costume, make-up, and stage techniques with a unique style and form. A trip to the coastal belt of Karnataka would be incomplete without watching the Yakshagana – a rare combination of dance, music, song, scholarly dialogues and colourful costumes. A celestial world unfolds before … Continue reading Yakshagana – a traditional folk theatre!
Pondicherry aka Puducherry, and commonly referred to as just Pondy, is one of the seven Union Territories of India situated on the south-east coast of India. Close to Promenade Beach is a White Town area, which is built in such a way that it resembles cities of France. It is said that in 1673, French people started migrating to Puducherry. In order to feel home, … Continue reading Pondicherry: Photo walk!
Sometimes you just have a vision for an apparel in a particular fabric, pattern, color and design, but you just can’t quite find it anywhere, no matter how much you browse. Those are the times when buying fabric and creating your own designs often becomes the best route to take. But if you don’t have time or aren’t able to go to a fabric store … Continue reading Featuring Fabcurate – A Goldmine to Buy Fabric Online!
Like many of you, my favourite DIY theme is a process that encompasses sustainability, zero waste, recycling and upcycling.Remember the days when we had shelves piled with CDs with music compilations, movies, data back-up and more? If you still haven’t thrown your collection to trash, there is opportunity to exercise your creativity and give these CDs a new leash of life. From one-of-a-kind festive ornaments … Continue reading Creative DIY Ideas To Recycle Your Old CDs!
Al Things Beautiful 