My Ammavaru 2025
Every year, I tell myself I’m going to keep it simple. Every year, that plan lasts about five minutes. What starts as a few inspiration photos quickly turns into sketches, […]
DIY Gold Stand for Ammavaru
The gold stand played a much bigger role in the Ammavaru setup than I originally expected. From the beginning, I knew I did not want Ammavaru placed directly on the […]
Ammavaru Body Making
If you’ve ever made an Ammavaru from scratch, you know this is where the magic begins. The Ammavaru body is the foundation of the entire display. Before the saree, flowers, […]
DIY Flower Gaja Mala for Ammavaru
The flower gaja mala is one of those details that instantly makes the Ammavaru setup feel grand and complete. It adds height, color, texture, and that beautiful layered look around […]
DIY Ammavaru Backdrop
Every year, the backdrop ends up being one of the most important parts of the Ammavaru setup. It’s the first thing people notice, and it plays a big role in […]
Project Zivah
If I’m being honest… this space didn’t start out calm and dreamy. It started with snowed-in days, a lot of back-and-forth, “wait… measure that again,” and honestly… a little chaos. […]
DIY Faux Swing
Let’s be real for a second — installing an actual swing inside a U.S. home is not for the faint of heart. Between ceiling joists, load calculations, and the fear […]
Village style kolam wall
My last india trip was a true treasure grab. There were so many antique finds that we wanted to keep for ourselves and my sister grabbed all she could to […]
My sisters ammavaru 2024
My sister and I share the beautiful tradition of decorating our Ammavaru every year. While I tend to go big with grand, over-the-top ideas, she’s not too far behind—she always […]
My 2024 ammavaru
Each year, as I meticulously plan how my ammavaru should look, my ideas become more ambitious and grander. Inspiration flows, and before I realize it, the project grows larger than […]
Floating Shelves with Arches
Looking for a simple yet stunning way to infuse your space with warmth and personality? This DIY project will guide you through creating an enchanting wall setup featuring floating shelves, […]
DIY FAUX LIMEWASH WALLS WITH PAINT: CREATE TIMELESS TEXTURE WITH A MODERN TWIST
If you’ve ever swooned over those dreamy, rustic European walls with their soft, chalky texture and old-world charm — you’re going to love this easy Faux Limewash project. The best […]
DIY JHAROKHA WALLPAPER PANELS: ELEVATE YOUR WALLS WITH A ROYAL TOUCH
Looking for a simple yet stunning way to add heritage charm to your space? DIY Jharokha Wallpaper Panels are the perfect blend of tradition and modern elegance. Inspired by the […]
LVP Flooring Upgrade
We’re DIY die-hards, but even we know when to wave the white flag! While we love the thrill of tackling a new project, sometimes it’s just nice to let the […]
Diwali table decor on budget
Diwali is here—the festival that fills our hearts with joy and brings us closer to the people we love. It’s more than just lights and sweets isn’t it? Diwali is […]
Master Bathroom remodel
After weeks of transforming our master closet , I couldn’t leave our master bath untouched. Despite the temptation to postpone it, I had to do some serious convincing to get […]
Stunning DIY ammavaru crown
Every year, I create a new version of the Ammavaru crown. It’s a piece of jewelry that is not only easy to make with simple materials but also incredibly versatile, […]
DIY grand temple door backdrop
After exploring various backdrop designs over the years, this time, I found myself dreaming bigger. I wanted to take on a project that would push the boundaries a bit more. […]
Janmasthami celebrations – A kiddie party
The one for the kids. Our Janmashtami celebrations have slowly but truly become a community event. Every year we decorate the porch and open our home to all the kids […]
Simple DIY festive backdrop
As August draws near each year, I feel a palpable thrill in the air. The anticipation of planning and preparing for the festivities brings such joy and excitement, with a […]
Amazing Amazon finds for Varalakshmi
If you’ve followed me for sometime, you know my love for Varalakshmi. Over the years, I have created and decorated my ammavaru with utmost care and detailing. While I find […]
DIY Guide to replacing Carpet flooring with Hardwood Chevron Pattern Floor
Check out our final reveal and product sources. Read the full process of our closet makeover We’ve recently completed our closet makeover and we decided to replace our carpet flooring […]
IKEA PAX Closet Hack
Check out our final reveal and product sources. Our closet had been neglected for far too long and was in desperate need of a refresh. I envisioned a Pinterest-worthy closet […]
Creating arched wallpaper panel – Part 1
We love creating arched panels. Achieving the smooth, rounded edge can be a bit tricky, requiring patience and effort. However, the end result is well worth it, instantly elevating the […]
Marble-Look Resin Panel hack
We’ve completed a large resin panel as a backdrop for one of our recent projects. We added these resin panels in a beautiful emerald patter as niches on the two […]
My experience as Design Influencer at High Point Market 2023
This year, I participated in the High Point Market as one of the 10 influencers. I was excited about being on this tour, but nothing prepared me for the experience. […]
My ammavaru 2023
This year, as I put together my Ammavaru, my mom’s wisdom about the power of sankalpam, intent, and manifestation echoed in my mind. It was an all-hands-on-deck situation, assembling her […]
Saree draping for ammavaru
Draping the saree for ammavaru is a time-consuming activity and requires a lot of patience, especially if you are doing it for the first time! After all, it will make […]
Different styles of Varalakshmi ammavaru crowns
Lakshmi ammavaru crowns can be done in a lot of different ways. They are quite satisfying to make, and they make standout pieces. You can use your own creativity and […]
Regal pearl ammavaru crown
Pearls are the epitome of timeless charm, effortlessly transcending eras and embodying classic sophistication in the realm of fashion. While I adore the classic traditional pearl styles, I’m equally enthralled […]