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10...9...8...7...6... 2008-02-18 09:17:00 Hello! Doing a quick post to share some updates with you..the great news and well, not that great (but not that bad either!) newsThe great news is that over the last some days, very interesting developments are happening on the bazaar front. An Indian Summer Bazaar will be the launch pad in the international market, for an upcoming designer from NID, who is already making waves in the Indian contemporary decor segment! I personally love his designs and products, and am very excited at the opportunity to be able to bring them to you through the bazaar. Will share more details on Thursday...The not so great (but not that bad either!) news is that given the above developments, I will need to postpone the Feb bazaar to 'end of Feb'. The bazaar will now open on Feb 29th! I know, you have been e
Indian Kitsch! 2008-02-12 10:26:00 Unadulterated, unapologetic and fun collage, attempting to capture the essence of India! Multiple contributors have added to this collage, using images, tassels, sepia photographs, textile, product labels from daily life, jewelry, icons, mirrors, lace and a lot more of Indian kitsch. To be found at the very creative site Art-e-zineOnce you get over the blast of color that hits you, take a deeper look and you will find a good sample of Indian kitschAnd, what pleased me quite a bit, is that the collage is called Indian Summer! Thanks for subscribing to An Indian Summer! Read more:Kitsch
Anything for a good photographer 2008-02-07 10:18:00 I am still laptop bereft, and am trying my best to keep up with blogging via my husband's laptop. His laptop is not 'me' friendly...i.e. it has applications that can show me live stock prices from Wall Street and Dalal Street (India's stock exchange), but can not do a pixel of good for an image!But when I came across Tim Beddow's stunning photography, I had to share it with you...even if it meant working on a non-creative laptop of an investment banker!So without much ado, here are some of my favorite images from Tim's 'exotic' and 'safari' collection...Isn't the door gorgeous? Though I am not too fond of lizards and like, I guess I can live with them if hard carved in wood! The metal figurines are so like the bastar art form from India.. Reminds me of my days of poetry and hookah ...The
What to do over the weekend? 2008-02-01 10:46:00 Me:1. Twiddle my thumbs as I wait impatiently for my new laptop to arrive 1.a. Call the laptop sales guy 63rd time to ask him intelligent questions about laptop configuration and stuff. Most of the times, I forget what is bigger and better - MB or GB (and to think that technology is supposed to make our lives simpler!) [flickr image from Daveblog]2. Get some therapy2.a. I meant retail therapy :D. Afterall, I have the Feb bazaar to launch on the 15th!3. Steal my husband's laptop to 'talk' to you, while he sleeps ;) You:1. It's the weekend! Have fun!!2. The Jan bazaar closes on Feb 3rd (Sunday) at 6p India time. So go ahead and shop to your heart's content before it closes! Thanks for subscribing to An Indian Summer!
Under the weather :( 2008-01-29 07:10:00 It is unusually cold in Gurgaon this week...Ideal time to catch those 'elusive' viruses and bacteriasHang on a second...Is viruses and bacterias grammatically correct?I mean, are they the words.....That remain the same whether singular or plural?I will find outWhen my dearest unwell laptop recuperates!Yes, all this cold has not affected meBut my laptop is down with some virusAnd hence the absence from postingMy laptop plans to return from its sick leaveIn another day or twoAnd that's when I will be back too!You take care meanwhile.... [and I hand over Mr. Shaking Head's laptop back to him before he wears out the floor by his anxious pacing! Apparently, "I can't handle sophisticated equipment like laptops"!!]Thanks for subscribing to An Indian Summer! Read more:weather
Bahut Shukriya... 2008-01-23 21:22:00 ... Katie, Bronwyn, Selya and BudgetCasa for showing love to An Indian Summer Bazaar! Striped stole in the winter sun, on my favorite rug, with my favorite flowerStriped stole: Available in the bazaarFavorite Rug: Similar can be made availableWinter Sun: Priceless:-)The current lot of goodies are available for another 5 days. Make sure you have picked up what you like before the bazaar closes to prepare for next month![Bahut Shukriya means Many Thanks!]Thanks for subscribing to An Indian Summer!
As straight as it gets 2008-01-23 11:20:00 I am setting up my home office [fancy name for work table ;-)], and have recently picked up furniture very similar to images below. This place, where I picked up my desk and rest, is quite interesting. While they source and restore old and antique furniture from the corners of the country, they also custom make straight line contemporary furniture with wood that has been treated to look old! The result is quite must-buy-licious!And as I set up my work place, I might as well pick up something for nap place... (interieurs)Ofcourse, I also need a new rug, a lamp, a pen/paint brush holder, chair cushions...among other things before I can start 'working' ;-)I will share the pics of my home office when it is ready![Psst: Let me know if you like the kind of furniture as shown above, or old India
I Heart @ Bazaar... 2008-01-20 12:04:00 The bazaar has been up for five days now, and is getting a steady, good response :-)Readers, shoppers and fellow bloggers, have shared appreciation, suggestions, encouragement...hearing from all of you has meant a lot to me. Thank You once again!And a special thanks to Erinn, nay-k, Jo and Kim, Joanna, Linda, Barb, Shelly for giving a special spot to the bazaar on their beautiful blogs ~ Gracias ladies!Today, I thought I'll share with you some of my personal favorites in the bazaar... [From left to right- Code: D25-26; D06-07; P12; P13; D15; P21] I would love to hear what do you heart @ bazaar! :-)Thanks for subscribing to An Indian Summer! Read more:Bazaar
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Random/Weird...Me? 2008-01-20 11:39:00 I owe this post to Bronwyn [of the fabulous Smoke and Ochre] for quite some time now. She tagged me to list '7 random and/or weird things about myself, and I thought...only 7?!! I can come up with a good laundary list of these things! ;-)So, here goes!I can not stand the 'Arial' and the 'Times New Roman' font. Especially 'Arial'. People who have worked with me for some time know that any document they send me for review, will get back to them with its font changed!My signature is not consistent. There have been multiple times when I had to write a new cheque just because my signature came out to be so different that the bank rejected the last one. Things that impact my signature: kind of pen, surface I am signing on, my mood...I like Cerelac. Love it actually. Ofcourse, I am in no way clos Read more:Random
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Getting ready for final launch today... 2008-01-17 04:30:00 First of all, a huge THANK YOU for the amazing response to the bazaar! I am overwhelmed by all the lovely emails and comments you have sent me...It truly feels like I have opened shop for my friends, and not an unknown virtual world :-)The update for today is:The bazaar would go offline from 11:00a till 4:00p IST. I will use this time to ready
the bazaar for the final opening. From 4:00p IST (that is + 5.30 hrs GMT), you can start buying from the bazaar! -------------------------------------------------*Happy Shopping!* The bazaar is live now! Thanks for subscribing to An Indian Summer!
An Indian Summer Bazaar is Live! 2008-01-15 06:13:00 With a lot of pleasureanticipation and excitementI invite you to the soft launch ofAn Indian SummerBazaar
Click on the link above or on the left sidebar to travel to the bazaarAnd do tell me how you like it! :-DThanks for subscribing to An Indian Summer!
This is Bazaar Reporting Sir. And Maam! 2008-01-15 00:40:00 Update [4:00p IST]:Well, the quick update is that after finally posting everything on the bazaar site [its a wordpress blog], and doing a quick UAT, I found out that a lot of pictures are not visible!! I can view them as the author, but others can't view them! :(Appreciate your patience hugely as I figure this out! And, if there are any wordpress experts out there- Help!............................................Hello!Right now, as of this very moment, I am working very hard [I'll be modest some other time ;-)] to get the bazaar ready for today evening (ie evening India time). I know a lot of you are clicking on the bazaar link but can't get into the site...that is because I am working on it right now and have disabled access.Please come again in another 3-4 hours and voila! the bazaar wo Read more:Bazaar
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Psst...Sneak Preview of the Bazaar! 2008-01-14 10:25:00 The bazaar is finally coming to town!Quick preview of some of the goodies you can buy from the bazaarThe Good News:I am getting closer to completing all the prep required to get An Indian Summer Bazaar
online and running :-). Some %^&* logistics still need to be closed, for which my fingers and toes are all crossed and I am touching every piece of wood I can lay my hands on [while my best half works to figure them out]!If everything goes as per plan, and the Gods smile, and the birds sing, and all the good stuff happens, the bazaar will go online at 2p IST on Jan 15th! (yippee and yips!)The Not So Great NewsI am still waiting for the ^%&* licence that will allow me to sell within India. Can you imagine it is easier (relatively) to set up to transact outside India than within India! Read more:Preview
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And then Ivanhoe said... 2008-01-09 07:49:00 My dear Masha, you paint so well!Adorable water colors from Masha D'yans who is originally from Russia, and now stays in the US. She is a professional graphic designer, and loves to paint and illustrate She also has a product line of cards, bedding, T-shirts and prints!Cathoe says: "I so agree with you Ivanhoe!"Find more of Masha's beautiful work here Thanks for subscribing to An Indian Summer!
Take a deep breath and... 2008-01-07 11:42:00 Be Calm. I need to do some deep breathingand, Relax.As I frantically try to set up everything for the bazaarNew bottlenecks come upWhile my explorer runs some god forsaken thing called active scriptsand nicely jams up my internetIf I had my wayI would turn all the red tape in the world to green tapeDon't know if that would help too muchBut at least it would be green......and eco friendlyTotally random. I know.This burst of randomness happenswhen I am very happyor very stressedWhat calms meislooking at images like theseCoz, I too have white couchesAnd through these imagesI appreciate their future potentialWhere am I headedIf I feel calmBy looking at nicely done interiorsWherever it isThe one consolation I have isThat at the least, the place would beAesthetically pleasingHa![some of my favor
Rainbow colors for 2008! 2008-01-02 12:52:00 I wish 2008, for all of us, is:V ibrantI nterestingB ountifulG reenY outhfulO ptimistic andR ewardingHope to see and hear a lot from all of you in this new year! :-)[images from Marie Claire, Mads, Mediterranean Lifestyle]Thanks for subscribing to An Indian Summer! Read more:Rainbow
Pretty Pretty 2008-01-02 11:45:00 I just couldn't resist these charming patterns from Galbrith & Paul. Reminds me of spring and early summer!Do check out their site for more designs and for custom designing of rugs! Thanks for subscribing to An Indian Summer! Read more:Pretty
Joining the club... 2008-03-13 08:25:00 ...The club that is 'Kathryn Ireland Ojai Home Fan Club'! Thanks to this wonderful blog, I got introduced to Kathryn's home, and have been drooling ever since! Ok, that's not a very pretty picture and doesn't befit this post. Let me say it again... I am mesmerized by this eclectic colorful dream that Kathryn calls home! What I also noticed about this home is the incredible collection of textiles/furnishing inspired by Asian and Arab/Moroccan culture. Which should not be surprising since apart from being an interior designer, Kathryn also runs a successful fabric and furniture line.So, if you haven't been introduced to this beautiful home as yet, feast your eyes on the images below and read the complete article here: Suzani top left. The top right fabric seems to be inspired by bandhej/band Read more:Joining
Contemporary Terracotta 2008-03-18 13:02:00 Kumbham, the brain child of Jinan, an NID alumni, has taken terracotta to a new level. And, in the process, also brought about a positive change in the life of potters and artisans from Aruvacode, a tiny hamlet in the state of Kerala. A gradually vanishing community was revived and Kumbham Pottery was born.Kumbham has an amazing range of sustainable products. Some of the wall murals and tiles are showcased here: Available at these places in India... Thanks for subscribing to An Indian Summer! Read more:Contemporary
All that color! 2008-03-24 08:39:00 I am still recuperating from the mad revelry and color onslaught of Holi - the fun festival that was celebrated in India this weekend. What a weekend it was! With Holi, Easter, Eid Milad and Navroze being celebrated all over the world! Colored powder called Gulal used to play Holi. Yes, it is smeared on people's faces, hair and everywhere else! Glimpses of Holi celebrations in old Indian paintings... Lord Krishna and Radha are popular icons for Holi in Indian mythology And, Holi spirit and colors captured very well by Steve McCurry Hope you all had a great weekend too! Thanks for subscribing to An Indian Summer!
Kalamkari - The Art of Textile Painting 2008-03-26 08:49:00 I am in love. With the amazingly rich textile tradition of India! As I select exquisite fabrics and furnishings for the upcoming bazaar, I can not resist buying double the quantity, so that I can have them at my home too. You can very well imagine what this is doing to my budgeting and thoughtful financial planning!One such rich textile art that I am planning to get is Kalamkari. Kalam means 'pen' and Kalamkari literally would mean 'Pen craft'. The name is believed to be derived from trade relationships between Persian and Indian merchants as early as the 10th century. Interestingly, European merchants had different names for similar textile art in their geography: the Portugese called it pintado, the Dutch used the name sitz, and the British preferred chintz. Kalamkari today is synonymous Read more:Painting
Swagat Volksfaden! 2008-03-30 23:38:00 I am very proud to present to you the new sponsor of An Indian Summer - Volksfaden.Volksfaden is a online fabric boutique from Berlin, run by Linda. What makes me so proud to have Volksfaden on my blog is not only because the Volksfaden collection of fabrics completely awe-inspiring, but also since Linda is a lovely friend!More about Volksfaden:Volksfaden when literally translated, means 'people's threads'. Volksfaden specializes in 100% cotton fabric, that is personally selected and imported from the United States and Japan. The collections are unique and emphasis is on pattern that is bright and eclectic. Shop for:Fabrics herePatterns hereProducts hereA warm Swagat (welcome) to Volksfaden! Thanks for subscribing to An Indian Summer!
Look, what I found! 2008-04-01 05:02:00 I chanced upon Tara Home by chance. (sure, I get it. chanced by chance!). Read through a very interesting story behind this store and was captivated by the stunning photographs of very Oriental and Indian decor and products (take note: 'very' Oriental, not just Oriental!). Though the fabrics did not excite me that much, the overall effect of everything put together was stunning (yes, I have used 'stunning' before).Given the sudden bearish run of my vocabulary, I think I better not write too much in this post. I will leave you to take in the visual delight of these stunning ('stunning' count = 3 now) images. (though the bit about 'bearish run of vocabulary' is quite creative...isn't it!) Centre table is actually a chowki. Place a round cushion on it before you sit on itYep! Like this. Diwan
Oriental Art 2008-04-05 07:00:00 I got an email from Paris Gerrad, who guided me to her mother - Jill's hauntingly beautiful work. Jill Barton, who resides in Salt Lake City, Utah, is in love with the ancient and is inspired by the venerable images of the past. She identifies with the Japanese aesthetic, wabi-sabi, which points always to what is authentic by acknowledging three simple realities: nothing lasts, nothing is finished, and nothing is perfect.Her philosophy, and her technique are aptly reflected in her art. As she paints, she hopes that her paintings inspire, heal, open, connect and delight the viewer...Here you will find a selection of her art that depict Oriental
deities.And some more of Jill's art... Thanks Paris, for sharing the link! Thanks for subscribing to An Indian Summer!
Who needs walls... 2008-04-09 08:38:00 ...when you can have a tent!Specially tents as luxurious as these!Be the queen (or a king) on a summer eveningRelaxing, wining and dining in exotic tentsThat are inspired by the grandeur and opulence of Indian royalty[And don't forget to invite me!] Available at RajTentClub and WhiteCanvasTentsThanks for subscribing to An Indian Summer!
Why do you build me up... 2008-04-15 11:38:00 Build me up Buttercup, babyJust to let me down (let me down) and mess me aroundAnd then worst of all (worst of all) you never call, babyWhen you say you will (say you will)but I love you still I need you (I need you) more than anyone, darlin'You know that I have from the startSo build me up (build me up) Buttercup, don't break my heart [The Foundations]This song has absolutely nothing to do with today's post. It's just that I have been humming this song since morning and I HAD to get it out of my system by singing it aloud to you! Phew! Feel better already! And now for the actual post. Today's post is all about:Living Rooms from South East Asia!If you have always wanted to have a living room or a sitting area that reflects the rhythm, serenity, vibrancy and ambiance of South East Asia, loo
An Indian Artist in London.. 2008-04-18 09:59:00 Caroline Jariwala, the artist of these intense paintings, is inspired by her Indian heritage and portrays the themes of culture, ritual and custom through a celebration of female form. Her paintings describe a fusion of visual imagery drawn from Indian Gujarati traditional arts with Hindu and Christian iconography. Caroline along with being a painter, also leads art projects in schools, galleries and community venues as a teacher and an community artist. I specially liked Caroline's portraiture of Indian women in brightly colored sarees, performing traditional household chores. It is also interesting to see her artistic journey through the different forms of paintings and iconography over the last some years... Thanks for subscribing to An Indian Summer! Read more:Artist
Tibet on my mind.. 2008-04-23 04:37:00 Tibet. The land of Buddha. The land of peace. Embroiled now in a strife, that we all hope ends. Ends with the hope of Tibet regaining its freedom. Not just freedom of state, but also freedom of thought, freedom of expression and the freedom to nurture its ancient culture and heritage.One exquisite, but rare artifact from Tibet is its furniture. The average Tibetan household never had much furniture, and whatever furniture was crafted, was crafted for the monasteries and the royalty. A lot of original pieces were destroyed during the cultural revolution, but you can find original antiques through some genuine dealers. It's a question of debate whether these dealers are profiteering from Tibetan heritage or in a way actually helping preserve Tibetan heritage that would otherwise have been lo Read more:Tibet
Wanderlust hits again! For the Himalayas this time.. 2008-04-28 09:50:00 Alrighty. My checklist:Intentions in all the right places √Mittens and woolens ready √Trekking shoes ready √Camera and other misc stuff ready √Accompanying books and music ready √Traveling Partner (aka Mr. Shaking Head) ready - Ah..umm..well. #$%^&!!My revised checklist..Persuade/cajole/threaten my best half to be my road-warrior-partner again √Also find out how much would a stay in this piece of heaven cost! √ Let me walk you through the architectural and design marvel that is 360 Leti. The fact that it is situated in the pristine Kumaon region of the Himalayas, makes it immensely (and uncontrollably) attractive to city weary dwellers like moi.360 Leti, a vision of Shakti, was made real by Bijoy Jain and his team from Studio Mumbai Architects. This exclusive (I am very
Eastern Inspired Living @ Lombok 2008-05-01 09:25:00 When I received an email from Nick of LOMBOK about their spring-summer collection inspired by the East, I visualized a collection full of bright colors and some what expected Eastern
kitsch. But I was very pleasantly surprised to see a collection so classy, subtle and contemporary! LOMBOK has very effectively picked up nuances of Eastern design, local craft and textures, and designed it's products keeping a global home maker as the focus customer. LOMBOK's collection is primarily from Indonesia and Vietnam. In their own words:Our passion is to use recycled and natural materials wherever possible, for pieces that are naturally stylish and comfortable with that reassuring lived-in feel. We do everything we can to be an ethical producer. The key principles in the sourcing of materials for LO Read more:Inspired
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