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Kingdom in the Himalayas 2007-10-14 13:06:00 Travel to an ancient land
some yaks and a moon away... Reach the Kingdom
of Bhutan
Guided by prayer flags
Arrive at our destination, Zhiwa Ling
Shining like a jewel in the mountains
Climb up the steep walkway as you admire the lattice work..
But wait till you see what is inside!
Beautiful intricate work by local artisans
With a painting thrown in for good measure
Looks even more
Lay a whisper... 2007-10-12 13:03:00 ...on my pillowleave the winter on the ground
I wake up lonely
there's an air of silence
in the bedroom
and all around
Touch me nowI close my eyesand dream away...
It must have been pink .... *beep*!
But it is Blue now...
;-)
[Image courtesy Marie Maison, Living etc and Mediterranean style]
[Song: It must have been love..Roxette for Pretty Woman. This one's for you, Affinity!]
Strippy Strips 2007-10-10 09:00:00 Who says we need curtains for windows...
Give me this any day!
And maybe the inspiration comes from the Tibetan prayer flags...
[images from Marie Claire Maison and Voyage] Read more:Strips
And I thought I had stumbled to an Indian village... 2007-10-08 11:58:00 ... when I first came across an image with distinctive Indian daily use items on the eclectic blog fralenuvole bricoleuse. As I went through the link, I discovered Madam Stoltz! I am so delighted with what I found on this online shop! Such authentic Indian kitsch! Well, not everything is Indian; a lot of the items also have a very distinct french country look and feel, but what delighted me was Read more:thought
Circle of Life 2007-10-06 07:17:00 I chanced upon some stunning art work by Lindy Longhurst, an Australian artist, who specializes in Mandala art and design. Her online studio and etsy shop has an array of mandala designs and other beautiful paintings.
I found the design quite similar to what I have seen in Buddhist and Tibetan paintings, and after a bit of research, this is what I found:
man·da·la (n.) [sanskrit mandalam, Read more:Circle
Truly Asia.. 2007-10-04 13:00:00 Bensley Design Studio, focused on landscape, interiors and architecture, has executed multiple projects in Asia
, primarily in the South East Asian countries.
Bill, the man behind BDS and a dedicated Asian-phile, has traveled extensively around the region, and continues to study and adapt his work to the unique characteristics and cultures of these countries
Presenting selected snapshots of the
Farah Mahbub 2007-10-18 11:40:00 Farah Mahbub, an immensely talented photographer and a faculty member at Indus Valley School of Art and Architecture, is from Pakistan. Her site is a delight - both visually and from a content perspective for people who are keen on photography.
Presenting here some of her photographic gems, focused on heritage architecture from India and Turkey:
Clock wise from top left: Detail from Delhi Red Read more:Farah
I wanna fall from the stars... 2007-10-16 05:48:00 Straight into your arms..
All I want is a room somewhere....umm...maybe not!If you notice the 'I want to be here' image on the leftYou would know what is catching my fancy this week
Just give me a bed and a piece of skyand some million stars
to gaze at..
That's what I want...
Sunrise on my pillow?
And this is from where the above view has been viewed!
Sometimes, I get cheetahs for Read more:wanna
Though we gotta say goodbye... 2007-10-21 11:37:00 for a couple of weeks..Darlings I promise you thisI'll send you all my loveEvery couple of days in a postSealed with a kiss!
I am traveling to Boston (Cambridge) and London in the coming two weeks, and will be very busy with work ... hence the above ditty! I promise to keep dropping in a line or two, or share with you something unique which catches my eye...but most likely its going to be
Hello from Boston! 2007-10-24 22:08:00 Thanks a bunch for your messages! (Hello
Affinity, Jo, Terri, Jessica, Studio W!)
I just checked into the hotel after almost 23 hours between airports and flights (phew!). Now, I am ready to drop asleep right at this funky table in my room, after cheering Red Sox with fellow diners at Bambara (yes, that's the name of the hotel restaurant!)
And, I am so happy with all the suggestions about Read more:Boston
Reporting alive and kicking... 2007-10-28 21:14:00 Hi! You are watching AIS (An Indian Summer) News, and this is Bhavna, your news correspondent for the day! :)
Some highlights of my trip so far have been:
1. A great day spent with the team at my Cambridge office, followed by a fun evening of bowling and drinks
2. Walking up and down the Cambridge Side Galleria so many times that I can now write an inventory of merchandise at each and every Read more:Reporting
The day I welcomed Diwali, and You, to our home... 2007-11-10 12:47:00 Never have I been such an enthu pataka ('enthusiastic cracker' for the uninitiated) about taking pictures on Diwali! But, I promised you, my beautiful friends and readers, that I will share images from my home, and I being quite the gentle(wo)man when it comes to 'published on net' promises, I did exactly that! And had a lot of fun in doing so too!
Let me re-live with you the beautiful day it
Getting ready for Diwali... 2007-11-07 09:00:00 (Mysore Palace, India on Diwali)
This is the time for my favorite festival
The festival of light and wealth...Deepawali
also known as Diwali
As we get ready
to celebrate the festival,
let me share with you some inspiration...
Light up your nooks and corners using lotus paper lights, diyas (votive) and tea lights
Welcome Goddess Lakshmi into your abode by making beautiful rangoli designs with
Some sleeping and some blogging... 2007-11-06 10:42:00 Hello World! I am back :-)
Back from BostonAnd a whirlwind trip to London where I spent a great day with my sis and 92% brother-in-law 92% since the wedding is just round the corner ;-)
At London, I hearted
Habitat, Zara Home, Lush, Muji, Stables market at Camden
And,
Masala Coke at Masala Zone!
So much good work done at the workshop last week
with some (ahem..) shopping thrown in
(when I
An ode to color 2007-11-15 12:12:00 As we feel the nip in the air (and in some parts of the world, the nip must be quite nippy by now!), we are drawn towards warm colors. Possibly that's one of the reasons why I was so enchanted by Nikhilesh Haval's photography!
Nikhilesh, an Indian based in the UK, specializes in travel, architectural, interiors and events photography. His work has appeared in many well known magazines, and his
I love you the best 2007-11-13 12:09:00 Better than all the rest
I love you the best
Better than all the rest
That I meet in the summer
Indian summer
That I meet in the summer
Indian summer
I love you the best
Better than all the rest
Song by Doors
what a nice coincidence! Here are some more Doors! :-D
Grand entry
Door with faux jharokas (window)
Entry way masquerading as a peacock
Ornate door in a soothing shade of green
A
Iran 2007-11-20 12:08:00 I came across this photographer's work on Flickr, and kept coming back to his intense images of his beautiful country - Iran. A country rich in art, architecture, poetry, calligraphy and handicrafts, among other things. And, Abbas has captured all this seamlessly in his photographs...
Imagine such rich colors and craft in your home! You can view more of Abbas's work here to get design
Will be back after a short break! 2007-11-25 09:51:00 I am heads (and hands and feet) down with the prep for my sister's wedding, hence the absence from posting new delicious stuff...
I will be back next week once the wedding is all done...though, folks who know me by now, also know that I just might peep in and poke in a bit with a quick post during my break!
In the meantime, why not view some whites with a dash of color?
And, also visit
The Wedding Story 2007-12-07 11:28:00 Late last yearTwo individualsdecide to get marriedAnd the rest,As they say, Is history!The Build up:32 weekends devoted to shoppingGuest lists tuned and fine tuned nth number of timesWedding venues seen, rejected and finally one selectedWedding dress all ready in August for a December weddingStrict instructions to the bride-to-be to maintain exact weight and measurements8 trips up and down Delhi, Mumbai and London'Project' plans created in excel sheets and shared across familiesCards specially designed by the couple in LondonGot printed in Mumbai and Then shipped to DelhiBefore they were finally couriered to the fine tuned guestsA week before the wedding :)Family averaged one minor emotional or logistical storm every two weeksEvery one week as the day drew closer...But, we waited in anticipationfor the..The WeddingLightsThousands of themFlowersWhite and YellowSatin and organza cloth streamersThe wedding venue looked like a dreamAnd the dream also hadUnexpected high velocity winds(tha
Tiger tiger burning bright,,, 2007-12-16 09:57:00 In the forests of the night, What immortal hand or eye Could frame thy fearful symmetry?Jungle. Deep and dark. Place where you go to be one with nature. Try to survive. And rough it out.Did you say rough it out?Nah! Not any longer!If Taj Safaris had their way, Jungles would be the most luxurious places pretty soon! Here, let the national bird of India (see below) and the national animal of India (see below the first below) take you on a tour of Bandhavgarh wildlife sanctuary and Pench national parkFor the .001% folks who just went 'duh?'!: A Peacock and Tigers! I am just wild about this lounge!hee hee...i am so p(f)un(n)y Watering Hole for the Homo sapiensWow! I never knew charpai's can make such cool lounge cots!And if you recall what a charpai is from one of my previous posts, please pat your back...I am so proud of you! Just in case Moi Lady would prefer a table and a chair.. I am sure the lovely burnt orange will not attract hungry tigers..um...yes..I think I am quite sure. Thou
Vibrant Hues! 2007-12-10 10:04:00 How could I resist this? There was no possible way! :-)Julie Evans is a New York City based artist who has exhibited her work extensively around the world. Using Indian ornamentation and traditional miniature paintings as inspiration, Julie uses a Spirograph on wood panels or paper to come up with these exquisite paintings. She is a recent recipient of a Fulbright Scholarship to India and Nepal where she researched Indian miniature painting. Look out for her upcoming exhibitions in 2008!
101st post and other good things... 2007-12-20 04:00:00 Yes, this is my 101st post! It has been the most wonderful journey through the last 100 posts, and, I am already looking forward to my 200th post...in the very near future :-)Talking of journeys, a short journey/trip is getting me all excited! Wanderlust has hit again, and Mr. Shaking Head (i.e. The bestest hubby) and I are hitting the road to Rajasthan tomorrow :-)The national highway. Images of the road...during summer and during the monsoon :)We will be staying at an eco boutique resort in a wildlife sanctuary, and then, at a fort converted into a boutique hotel What I will bring back to you end of next week is a lot of images and experiences from the magical desert land of Rajasthan. Also, will bring back a lot of colors and traditions in the form of local art and craft for my home, and....for your home! :-)...Yes, I am going to get for you original craft straight from the craftsmen. These, along with other fab stuff, will be available through An Indian Summer's Bazaar!Do I hear Read more:things
These are a few of my... 2008-03-10 13:21:00 ... Favorite things!@ An Indian Summer Bazaar Thank you once again for the great response to the Feb-March bazaar! And heartfelt thanks and hugs to my blogger friends who have showcased the bazaar on their site.I have started working for the next bazaar...but hurry, stocks are gradually getting sold out in this month's bazaar! So if you have been eyeing something in the bazaar, let me know asap! :-)Thanks for subscribing to An Indian Summer!
The French connection 2008-03-10 11:54:00 Marc Hertrich and Nicolas Adnet have come together to create a very contemporary interpretation of history and culture of South East Asia, India, and Africa, with a dose of Creole charm!Their association with Club Med as resulted in some stunning resort interiors - all across the world. Below are some images from Club Med's villages in South East Asia...Checkout the cool fan..Different interior options for a room! Modern interpretation of a swing in the patio Marc and Nicolas draw inspiration from each country they visit. Local craftsmenship and cultural heritage is omnipresent in each of their creations, as is evident by their online portfolio. I hope , that we see their work in India too in the future!Thanks for subscribing to An Indian Summer! Read more:French
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Phew! All that html, xhtml... 2008-03-10 11:13:00 I have been working on An Indian Summer's format, layout and other good stuff. HTML used to be Greek for me....but now I feel as if I have been handed the 'English-Greek' dictionary - which means I can manage some bit, thank you! :-)The best thing is that I have updated my blog roll section [on the right...look look, there is a right sidebar too :D], and tried to put them in different categories. Though I have added some of my new fav blogs, I know I have missed some too... There is a section called 'Tools', where you will find online tips and tools useful in blogging. Will keep updating the lists in the coming days! Keep reading....couple of posts coming up in the next few hours!Thanks for subscribing to An Indian Summer!
The art of shade 2008-03-05 07:00:00 Something that caught my eye today...gorgeous metal pergolas from Parasoleil. I am fascinated with the interplay of sun and shade, and a pergola covered with a flower vine just calls me to come and stand underneath...or better, sit and spend some time there!These images remind me of Robyn, who always brings lovely sun drenched images of gardens to us on her blog... And, a pergola can be magical in the night too...[image from firestonehp]Thanks for subscribing to An Indian Summer!
A zoo on my wall? 2008-03-03 10:41:00 Any takers for a pink elephant? Or, a green monkey? Or may be a couple of birds on your wall? Made out of vintage wallpaper.Oh wait! I can't count sooo many raised hands at once!Inke Heiland, the artist and designer of these wall decals lives in the Netherlands. She started with wildlife wallpaper for her son's room, and was so impressed with the result that she ventured into a many more such decals! I can so imagine them in a kid's room and maybe a flock of birds in other rooms! Above are also available in the shape of tree, lamps, chair, door and...click here to see for yourself! Thanks for subscribing to An Indian Summer!
Spring is here...and so is the Feb Bazaar! 2008-02-29 03:59:00 Ta da dum di da dum dum daIf there's anything that you wantIf there's anything I can do...Just click on the link...And the bazaar will send it alongwith love from me to you! 'Inspired' by beatles ;-)Happiness! As spring is almost here. And loads of happiness as An Indian Summer Bazaar
just opened again for Feb-March, with a very different collection of hand picked goodiesClick on the images below to go straight to the collection!India ContemporaryIndia TraditionalHappy Shopping![while I catch up on my sleep! :-)]Thanks for subscribing to An Indian Summer! Read more:Spring
Quick Peek into the bazaar! 2008-02-27 05:42:00 Scheduled to launch in another 2 days, An Indian Summer Bazaar has an unique flavor this time. The bazaar will celebrate metal and wood, under two distinct categories - India Contemporary and India TraditionalIndia Contemporary will feature the premiere international launch of some great products from Aline Design. India Traditional will feature some antique and some restored products that are earthy and rustic, but have rapidly gained ground as part of urban home decor.Hope you are as excited about the second month's opening of the bazaar as I am! :-)Thanks for subscribing to An Indian Summer! Read more:Quick
Miniature paintings in a new avtaar 2008-02-24 02:47:00 Olaf Van Cleef describes himself as a traveller, an artist and an author. He is the scion of Van Cleef dynasty and is a counselor on high range jewellery at Cartier since 1982. Olaf first visited India, to present the Cartiers of Paris as a group that cherished its Indian connection and the Indian heritage, and was so enthralled by this culturally rich vivacious country that he returned to the sub-continent time and again ... and again...For, Olaf Van Cleef was seeking sustenance for his personal philosophy of oneness with the fellowmen and discovered, in India, decisive faith: that in the rich cultural soul of this country he would find the wherewithal to satisfy his soul.Presenting some of his paintings inspired by India and the art of miniature paintings below. Mythology and Indian icon
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