Most Indians keen on gardening buy gardening books, but they are authored by non-Indian authors, and meant for end-users in other countries. They are of little use, save for their visual appeal and adornment on a coffee table. I own some of these too, and I haven’t gleaned anything useful […]
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Soumya and Satish’s Beautiful Abode in California
It’s a warm hello from Soumya and Satish, all the way from California today as they show us their beautiful and tastefully -decorated home, with treasures from India and paintings and knickknacks from around the world. With two growing boys – a preteen and a teen, Soumya says she prefers […]
News+DIY: Decorate with the Asian Paints Colour of the Year, Intense Ocean
India Design ID, the mecca of design shows in India, is currently on at Delhi. And for me, this show was all about waiting eagerly for the Asian Paints Colour of the Year announcement. And the colour of the year, based on intense research and foresight by a dedicated Colour Research […]
Home Tour: The Josephs’ Amazing Technicolor Dream Home in Kerala!
After an eventful stay in Bangalore, and a gorgeous home tour there, we are calling in at the Joseph residence in Chalakudy, Thrissur, Kerala. A long driveway cuts through well-manicured lawns and lovely gardens. A pristine white house stands tall and stately, with giant coconut trees in the backyard looming over […]
Christmas: DIY Wooden Candle Stand
Hello again! I live in Europe, and the preparations for Christmas are already underway in a big way. My friends and neighbors have already made lots of things in preparation such as advent wreath, door wreaths, Christmas cookies, etc. Not to be left behind, I am here with a DIY […]
Asian Paints’ Canvas App: Create Easy Moodboards for your Decor Projects
I have been toying with a few colour combinations. Something different, and my inspiration folder had tons of images in these combinations. However, without professional software, I knew I would not be able to create the right moodboard, especially if I wanted the right paint colours to come through. But […]
Festive Accessories: DIY Salt Dough Coasters by Sunita Mosa
It’s the festive time, time to decorate homes and bring that festive feeling into our homes every way we can! These salt dough coasters are quick, easy and very festive! Things you need: For salt dough: 1 cup Refined flour 1 cup Salt 1 cup Water Colors and brush For the […]
Festival Special on this Blog
What’s big, noisy and colorful, brightly lit and loads of fun? Why, the festivals of India of course! And to add to the fun and festivities, your favorite decor blogger has lined up a series of interesting posts. This page is a one-stop hop to these posts, both old […]
Festive Decor: DIY Aakhash Kandil/ Paper Lantern
We have an avid DIYer guest posting for us today. Angela Jose is a very creative person, and I am delighted that she agreed to share her DIY lantern tutorial on The Keybunch! Over to Angela who will guide you through the process herself! ————————————————————————————————————————————————————— It is the festive season […]
Style Radha Products and Styling Solutions
Style Radha is a brand carved out of this very blog. After close interaction with the people who matter most to us i.e, the readers of this blog (and people who love our “something-old, something new” style), we have conceptualised a line of products with the signature touch of the author […]