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The art of entertaining and Spotlight on block print
namaste - a welcome greeting & a symbol of hospitality!The Taittirriya Upanishad (source) says "Athithi Devo Bhavah" which reads "May your guest be your God" laying down the guiding principle for...
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Bringing India Home!
It is often rare to find a friendship that transcends decades of life’s milestones …that shares common aspirations and passions…and forges such a strong bond, that two people seem like parts of the...
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Kids room decor - featuring a little boy's retreat!
Hello dear readers! Today, I bring to you images of another room from our home and this room belongs to the youngest member of our family - my 9 yr old son. An Aalayam reader wrote to us asking for a...
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The Grand Aalayam Giveaway (an announcement)!.... and Floral Inspirations
Welcome to the weekend dear readers!!Deepa and I have a fantastic surprise in store for you! We are planning something really awesome for nextweek for all of you and your friends! This poster gives you...
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Spotlight on Contemporary Indian Design - the India Circus story and a giveaway!
So, what comes to mind when you think of Indian decor ? Vibrant colors, dark wood tones, ornate motifs, intricate details, handicrafts ? How about quirky, contemporary and chic accents with a hint of...
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The Legion of Indian Superheros!
Hello dear Aalayam family!The Aalayam authors want to extend a warm welcome to all our new members! Welcome to the fold! Remember to spread the word, if you will, about the Grand Aalayam Giveaway! The...
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A backyard soiree in PINK! - Spotlight on Bridal Shower
We are at the home stretch of the India Circus giveaway! Remember, the contest ends tonight (17th) at 9 pm Eastern US, if you havent already signed up - now is your chance! After, you've picked your...
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Color Love
Supriya and I are color connoisseurs. No, we don't keep track of runway trends or designer predictions for hot home decor colors but we are inherently enthusiastic about color and we have both...
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Spice Rack Remedies! A Case for Coriander
Dear Aalayam family!Onward we go..humbled by your love, support and reassurance - We are on the anvil of our 50th post!! Deepa and I take a moment to say THANK YOU!! We love the creative process that...
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Spotlight on the Tanjore Style of Painting
50We are fifty posts old! The number brings with it a milestone and a lot of pride! Our journey has only just begun and yet it seems right to pause for a moment and address this number. Hello...
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Voyage to Vancouver
Art gallery, Vancouver, BCSupriya is on vacation this week and I thought we should all go on a vacation too! A virtual vacation albeit. We are going to Vancouver! I am afraid this will be a picture...
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Home Tour- New Age India!
We are switching gears! After our virtual vacation to the Pacific Northwest, we are heading to Gurgaon, India's real estate Mecca, for a home tour!A sun dappled living room in merry colors!Some of you...
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Cheap and Easy - Kids' Room Decor!
I had twins! I never expected that. I'd always been fascinated by the concept of twins. My best friend Hari, is a twin. And imagine my surprise and disbelief when the ultrasound tech, suggested that...
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Media Room - A La Mode! (A fourth of July tribute to American decor!)
A wide angle - to get us going!Dimmer lights, surround sound, popcorn and a good game of poker - those are the buzz words for today's post!Welcome to the next stop on my (Deepa's) home tour....
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Home tour- A food blogger's shabby chic abode!
Hello! When it rains, it pours! Literally and figuratively. Today is the 18th consecutive day of rains in my neck of the woods, I kid you not!I am not complaining though. The incessant rains remind me...
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Spice Rack Remedies! A Case for Ginger
Hello my dear Aalayam family!I am back! And I promise the next few posts are going to be scintillating! I know you guys might have been expecting the Karmasuthra brand showcase and much awaited home...
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Karmasuthra - Celebrating the Modern Indian Woman!
At Aalayam, we showcase everyday inspirations on design, décor, cuisine, and the cornucopia of cultural eclectics. As you know, Deepa and I are constantly on the look out for brands that can be a great...
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Come Home to a Sanctuary!
Dear Aalayam family!As promised, we are back with the home tour and the much awaited rendezvous with Divya Thomas! There is much left to be said, and we will say it, in this post replete with tranquil...
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Incredible India - A Tribute to Saffron, White & Green!
Images via "Incredible India"Images via Sripriya Murthy Photography
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Celebrate Ganesha Chaturthi with DIY Ganeshas
Nostalgia abounds! Ganesh Chaturthi is around the corner. Exquisitely crafted Ganeshas, displayed with pomp, in the street pandals are now a thing of the past. I miss the boisterous gaiety and...
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