As you're thinking about fall and getting ready to enjoy the new season, JC Penney has something special to offer you: the Fall 2015 LookBook collection of chic and stylish items for everyone. JC Penney's "Lookbooks" look like catalogs but carry less merchandise, which makes them more interesting for shoppers. The goal of these books is to send customers online or to the stores to get additional information on the items featured. I got a peek into their latest lookbook and found exclusive items … [Read more...]
Bohemian Chic Kitchens
I've always been drawn to bohemian decor - there's something about this creative style that makes rooms bright and chirpy. In the past, I have showcased bohemian bedrooms, and now it's about time I featured my most favorite type of room - the kitchen. Scroll down to see some of the most charming bohemian chic kitchens and tell me what you think of this decor style. These rooms have several common design elements. The mix of colors, lampshades, vintage-looking furniture, and unique … [Read more...]
An Interview With Michael McHale
Hello, everyone! Recently, I had an opportunity to interview Michael McHale, who is revolutionizing the way people think about their lighting. Michael is currently working on his Matrix collection, doing all of the lighting for a new restaurant in Istanbul, and is close to finishing a hotel project in London's Convent garden. He also recently finished a beautiful piece for noted LA interior designer Erinn Valencich. In spite of his busy schedule, he answered all my questions and I'm thrilled to … [Read more...]
PocketDisc – Simple Colorful Fun
Hello, everyone! It's slightly more than a week since I returned back from Chennai, India. I have had the worst jet lag after my return. My body was totally disoriented due to the time zone changes. I'm so glad it's over now and happy to be blogging again. This page is about a product that is just perfect to have fun indoors or outdoors. PocketDisc sent me an all-cotton frisbee disc that was hand crocheted by Maya artisans in Guatemala using Fair Trade practices. This simple colorful disc that … [Read more...]
South Indian Temple Architecture
Hello, everyone! We have just another week in Chennai before returning back to the Bay Area, Califonia. I thought you might enjoy the unique architectures and styles of the beautiful South Indian Hindu temples we have been visiting. The temples I have showcased in this blog post were typically built with stone from a single rock; most of the structures fall under "Dravidian Architecture", a style that emerged thousands of years ago. South Indian temple architecture is quite unique and several … [Read more...]
Kolam – Combining Art And Geometry
I've another interesting page on patterns. All you have to do is stroll through villages in South India just before the break of dawn, and you will see women creating pretty patterns in front of their houses. These patterns are called "Kolam" and they go on the ground. Typically coarsely ground rice powder is used to draw these designs. Besides rice powder, flowers, lentils, salt, sawdust, fruits, and vegetables are also used in this art. Food coloring mixed with rice powder is also used to … [Read more...]
Henna Patterns
My next page is on Indian henna designs, also known as "Mehandi", which is very popular especially among Indian women. Henna's history is hard to track and I believe this art has been around for at least 5000 years. The patterns vary from religion to religion but the motive is the same - women put this on for celebrations, weddings and special occasions. Henna is believed to bring happiness, good fortune, and good luck. I read that at first, henna was allowed only for the rich and ruling … [Read more...]
Oonjal – Wooden Swings in South Indian Homes
South India is known for its wood work made out of rose and teak wood. You will find several products made with wood here. One of them is my favorite indoor swing, which is also known as oonjal. It is a design element that immediately adds comfort to any room. I can tell you from my experience — all it takes is a few moments on an oonjal to completely relax. Just kicking the feet to start one and going back and forth right inside the home is a thrilling moment. It is perfect for all ages, and … [Read more...]
Minted’s Save The Date Collection
Save the date cards are very special invitations that not only allows your guests-to-be to mark their calendars but also set the right tone for your wedding. You want your guests to get excited about your big day. It also gives you a chance to express your love for your spouse through the card and let everyone know how thrilled you are about this special day. These are just a few reasons to create a wedding invitation card. If you are looking for a creative, customized way to create save the … [Read more...]
Guest Post – Sound Matters: How Music and Feng Shui Have a Powerful Effect on Your Environment
Hello, everyone! I have a guest post for you today by Carole Hyder, and Jeff Bova. Carole Hyder is a Feng Shui expert, founder of the Wind & Water School of Feng Shui and author of three books (Wind and Water: Your Personal Feng Shui Journey, Living Feng Shui: Personal Stories and Conversations with Your Home), two DVDs (The Science of Feng Shui and The 4 Faces of Money) and an online course entitled “Money, Spirituality and Feng Shui.” Jeff Bova is a Grammy-award winning composer, musician … [Read more...]
Stalking Sunset
When I admire the wonders of a sunset or the beauty of the moon, my soul expands in the worship of the creator.” Mahatma Gandhi I have no words to explain how much I enjoy watching sunsets. Exploring natural landscapes either during the early hours of the day or during the night is exciting, but can turn dangerous if precautions are not taken. A handy gadget I have found useful during the last few months is reflective bands for ankles and arms. Using this product is the quickest and easiest … [Read more...]
Inside Indian Celebrity Homes
I have an interesting interior design page to share with you today from Chennai, India. Just scroll down to sneak a peek inside these uniquely designed Indian celebrity homes. I enjoy watching good Tamil and Hindi movies, especially on a family night. Aside from learning about actors and actresses through entertainment, it is always fun to get an insight on how these actors live and where they dwell. All it took was a simple google search to find these share-worthy photographs. There's an … [Read more...]
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