With all the fall decorations all over pinterest, I have got the itch to create one for myself..;-) Since, this is the first time I made it using the material from dollar store and Walmart. I wasn’t very confident, so made sure it is on budget and was able to make 2 wreaths for $6. And abosulteyContinue reading “Dollar Store Fall Wreath!”
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DIY Fabric Wall Art!
So we have these built-in shelves in our family room and I’m not liking it much lately. It is sometimes too much of work and dusting them is a never-ending chore 😦 As you see, I filled the smaller ones with little bit of everything that mostly matches the family room style(traditional). I love the way it came upContinue reading “DIY Fabric Wall Art!”
Multigrain Dosa Batter!
The most cherished and common breakfast dish of South Indian homes is Dosa ( fermented crepe made with rice and lentils). Every household has homemade dosa batter in the fridge, ready to whip up some fresh and crispy dosas. However, it is high in carbohydrates and needs good amount of oil to get those crispy edges.Continue reading “Multigrain Dosa Batter!”
Trash to Treasure!!
Sorry friends, I was busy with lot of projects from past couple of weeks and that really made me offline from blogging 😦 Before I realize, days and weeks quickly passed without a post..:-( Finally, things are in place and I am super excited to get back with a fun makeover project 🙂 So, IContinue reading “Trash to Treasure!!”
Saree and Pallu set for Varalakshmi Vratham!
Goddess Lakshmi is also called Varalakshmi/Varamahalakshmi, the one who grants the boon “Vara”. It is celebrated by south Indians on the second Friday of Shravana Month as per the Hindu Calendar. This year (2015) it is falling on 28th Augusut. My husband’s family has the tradition of placing Goddess Lakshmi roopu(face) on Kalash and myContinue reading “Saree and Pallu set for Varalakshmi Vratham!”
Tip Thursday – Homemade Face pack!
Are you looking for a natural and homemade recipe for facial mask. Here I am going to share a simple face pack/mask that uses simple items. What you need : 1 tsp of Oats 1 tsp of water 1 tbsp of honey 1 tbsp of lemon juice 1/2 tsp of coconut oil (optional) – goodContinue reading “Tip Thursday – Homemade Face pack!”
Faux Marigold Decorations!
I am super excited to share a beautiful alternative to fresh flowers. I loveee them! These faux marigolds look gorgeous and almost real..;-) They are made of colored tissue papers. Paper flower decorations are the most cheapest and easiest for any occasion. They look like real ones and will surely come handy for multiple events. Some of my other fauxContinue reading “Faux Marigold Decorations!”
Install Perfect Knobs and Pulls
We finished installing knobs and pulls for our kitchen cabinets (24 knobs and 14 pulls), master suite(4 knobs and 3 pulls) , guest bathroom(4 knobs and 3 pulls) and laundry room( 9 pulls) . I wanted them as soon as we moved because wiping down the cabinets frequently is no fun. When we initiated “Project Kitchen CabinetContinue reading “Install Perfect Knobs and Pulls”
Make your own herbal tea!
Curry Leaf is a herb, native to India and is used for flavoring. They are tender and have a great aroma. I have been reading a lot about curry leaf paste, tea, oil and its benefits for skin, hair and overall health. The tea was interesting and was very happy to find something healthy to replaceContinue reading “Make your own herbal tea!”
Super quick Summer Salad!
I am excited to share my aunt’s salad recipe that can be served for any gathering and it is fresh, light healthy and most important quick to prepare 🙂 All you need is : (serves -2) Tomato – 1 Cucumber -1/2 Himalayan pink salt (low sodium) or regular – 1/4 tsp Dry Basil – 1Continue reading “Super quick Summer Salad!”
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