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It’s The Small Things After All…

September 23, 2011

Hello world! I’ve been away for quite some time:( Can’t believe I’ve missed so much. Let’s not waste anytime and get right to my virtual discoveries.

We discovered an adorable site called Small Things After All about global home decor. Small Things After All is an online retail shop for home decor accessories, textiles gifts and much more. I love the hint of rustic vibe and that the vendors are sourced from all over the world. You will find accessories and gifts that are handmade, artisan created with an eco friendly and sustainable flair. My favorites? The Tasseletta quilt, antique-y bottle lanterns, and of course, the vibrant elephant sachet pillow. Adding to my Christmas list!

* A few of the products below are part of their new collection, which will be introduced October 1st!

source: Small Things After All

by ST in Accessories, Handmade, Home Decor, Textiles

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Jen says:
September 23, 2011 at 7:24 am

cool stuff…

Have been looking for something similar – Something contemporary yet with an antique/rustic look – fits well with the theme of my new house.

The baskets look really good as well.

BollyInStyle, Thank you for this wonderful find.

Sundeep @ Designwali says:
September 23, 2011 at 7:24 am

What a great little spot! Love those chinese tea light holders!

ST says:
September 23, 2011 at 7:31 am

Sundeep – ditto. those holders would look unique in creating a warm, timeless diwali decor.

Mahesh says:
September 25, 2011 at 10:38 pm

Very good finding! I just visit the store and found many more amazing stuffs. Folk Art Pillows are the one I was looking for since many days. This store has got great collection of modern yet tradition touching objects.

Cool toys for babies at such a good price!

Wow! I could not stop myself from shopping till it’s in stock.

Divya@SHP says:
September 27, 2011 at 4:53 pm

Welcome back girls! You’ve definitely been missed!

Influence of India in Home Decor

May 4, 2011

Dear readers, it’s Richa from Mala Handmade I’ve been MIA for a couple weeks recently, but I’ve got a legitimate excuse: moving! I’m both excited and exhausted from moving apartments this past week in NYC, and I only moved 5 blocks south from where I was living before! I’ve got more space than I had before, including a small space for an office and…and outdoor terrace! But all of my excited has been tempered by the headache of searching for new furniture to fit the new space. It sounds exciting, especially for someone as in love with design as me, but it’s also overwhelming to make choices. The last space I lived in was full of color but I’ve decided to focus this space on a neutral palette with a lot of white…I need some tranquility!

I’m really in love with the idea of a handblock quilt for my bed, and though I’m a bit annoyed at myself that I didn’t scoop one up from Good Earth in Delhi, I’m excited see the lovely designs at Nandini and Sang and Serena. I love how the cotton weave balances the pops of color, and love the purple and white of the tribal design (Sang and Serena). They’ve also got an amazing collection of inlaid bone furniture. My eye instantly was attracted to the pop of pink, but I think that a console in creamy white (or paneer!) is lovely.

I was also in the predicament of moving from an apartment with a traditional square shaped living room to a long, narrow rectangle that didn’t fit my existing coffee table. So while that’s off to the study, I’ve got to have something for me to kick my feet up on! I repurposed these gorgeous charpoys from Ouma productions as an amazing table in the my living room, and I love it! The long bench also makes a unique coffee table, and though I got it in a really pretty metallic white, I was really tempted by the multicolor creations, too. I found mine at Calypso Home though I know there’s a version at Anthropologie…and of course several at my grandparent’s house in India! I’m still searching for a lovely rug to go underneath – and since it’s going to add a pop of color to the room, I really want to get it right. Any suggestions from you all? Where do you go for unique elements, and has anyone else done an about-face recently on color and gone all white (or vice-versa)? I can’t wait to hear from you all!

source: (from top to bottom) StyleBeat, Sang and Serena, Ouma Productions

by ST in Accessories, Global, Home Decor

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Anu@MyDreamCanvas says:
May 5, 2011 at 1:08 am

What a lovely post. The console is beautiful.

Sundeep @ Designwali says:
May 7, 2011 at 7:10 pm

congrats on the move! can’t wait to see your new space!

My First Guest: Anu from My Dream Canvas

February 14, 2011

Hello and happy Monday to you! I’m so excited to introduce our first guest blogger for the week! Anu over at My Dream Canvas is one of my favorite blogs where the eyecandy and inspiration never stops. Here’s a little peak into Anu’s lifestyle canvas of dreams. So, my dears… here’s Anu!

Hello! I am delighted to be here today at BollyInstyle. This is a fabulous website dedicated to Asian inspiration with a global feel – a perfect partnership that I endorse, as it is such an integral part of my style My name is Anu, and I own a blog called My Dream Canvas. It is a lifestyle blog where I share ideas and encourage discussion on home decor and so much more.

My home is my canvas bringing my thoughts to life. This is the essence of My Dream Canvas. I am from India and have lived in the US for the past 11 years. I would call my style eclectic. My house is a global home with strong ties to my roots. Family heirlooms, art, books, flea market finds, and souvenirs from my travels have a special place in my heart and home.

I believe that your home is your personal space. Surround it with the things you love, and you will definitely have a winner

I love vintage silver. This is my grandmother’s powder puff. It is my most prized possession.

Welcome home. I do hope that you will join me for a cup of tea

I like unconventional furniture for my formal living area. After endless shopping expeditions, I found these Chinese chairs and the bench at a store in Atlanta!

I love candles. I light them almost every day for no reason at all These brass flower tea light holders are a recent find from India.

Like every other girl, I love flowers. I drive frequently to a small farm near my house to pick up a few stems!

I do hope you have enjoyed visiting my home and My Dream Canvas. It’s been an honor to be here on BollyInstyle. Thank you, Shital for inviting me.
source: My Dream Canvas

by ST in Art, Blogs, Home Decor, India

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Anu@MyDreamCavas says:
February 14, 2011 at 8:18 am

Thanks Shital, this looks lovely:-)

sudha says:
February 14, 2011 at 3:04 pm

love the post…I start my mornings with tea and a visit to Anu’s Dream Canvas.

And now thanks to Anu, I have another nice blog to my visit list

Sonal says:
February 15, 2011 at 7:53 pm

Beautiful! I love the slightly vintage look to this.

Purnima says:
April 3, 2011 at 7:16 am

Hi Shital

Your blog is amazing!! Starting from this lovely interview till the last- it is awesome!! I am so glad to have found your blog!! Lovely finds, decor and design eye candy and lots of Indian inspirations.. perfect!!

xo
P

Sparrow & Co.

February 11, 2011

Do you bring back relics from your travels and afterwards have a hard time accessorizing them into your home? Sometimes I struggle with how to mix decorations from countries with totally different aesthetics (Asia, Mexico, Scotland, etc). Well, my friends I may have an answer! Meet Samuel, from Sparrow & Co, a global home goods shop filled with an exceptional product line. I’m talking about a gorgeous collection of exclusive, handmade products from around the globe – from India, Morocco, Central America, and Scotland. They have candles from Scotland, cushions from Wales, sheepskin rugs from the UK, hand-punched Moroccan lanterns, and finally candlesticks from India! I can’t wait to see the latter.

Love, love, everything…the prints, the images, the decor ideas, the story. Sparrow makes a footprint in different regions of the world yet manages to combine it all so beautifully.

Sparrow’s new online site will launch soon so keep checking back for updates on the new collection here. I may just have to treat myself to the tapestry cushion!

source: Sparrow & Co.

by ST in Global, Handmade, Home Decor, London

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For the Love of Block Printing

February 9, 2011

I’m sure by now you can tell the LOVE we have for block printing. After taking a letterpress class, I gained much appreciation for each letterpress print I see. The time consuming process that goes into each intricate design is similar to the methods used in completing woodblocks for block printing. Home decor retailer, West Elm recently visited the ‘best of the best’ block printing artisans in Rajasthan and created a short film about the entire process. Check it out here.