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 bedroom 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 […]
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 […]
Flower backdrop, re-invented
Two years after I created a lotus back drop, it got re-invented by my sister. Just with a few upgrades and repurposing 3d flowers we created a completely new and […]
Simple stunning backdrop
If you’ve been with me for some time, you know I go big with my decorations for Varalakshmi ammavaru. From humble beginnings, with time and experience gained on my DIY […]
Tranquil Master Retreat – Arched wallpaper
Bedroom renovation series – Part 2 This master bedroom renovation holds a special place in my heart. It serves as a reflection of what we are currently vibing with and […]
Tranquil Master retreat – Charming Makeupcorner with Ikea drawer hack
Bedroom renovation series – Part 3 My master bedroom is gradually coming together, and we’ve tackled the major elements like the ceiling and the accent wall. Today, I’m excited to […]
Tranquil Master retreat – Chic accent ceiling
Master Bedroom renovation series – Part 1 Have you ever had an idea that you couldn’t execute immediately but it stayed on the back of your mind? This was one […]
DIY Banaras crown for Ammavaru
It’s that time of year when we start planning for the Varalakshmi festivities. The excitement is in the air, and we’re all busy with detailed planning involving browsing through Pinterest […]
One day closet makeover
If you’ve watched Instant Dream Home on Netflix, you would know that there were times when you wondered if it was possible to pull off the insane transformations in a […]