I am a hands-on person. I love to do things my way. This skill was acquired from a modest upbringing. My parents believed in setting the right example. ‘Best out of Waste’ was a mantra we lived by. We were taught to adapt and apply. As a result of which, art and craft was something I took to naturally. Do it yourself remains my all time favourite hobby.
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| A T-shirt bag made for a school donation drive |
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| A Winning Trophy with a difference |
If it is an occasion to celebrate, I have to make a memory to cherish. Don’t ask me to cook! Over the years, I have dabbled in art, craft, cakes, chocolates, cards, poetry, frames, candles, backdrops, window displays, home décor, so on and so forth. The sheen of a finished product made by you, is like no other. A little crumpled, a little stained but with a lot of heart. A handmade gift comes with a secret tag that says, ‘Because you mean the world to me’.
An anniversary bottle for a friend. The Dora Wall Mural for my daughter
A hobby/ lifestyle/décor store is my all time fav place in the whole world. My husband has standing instructions, “when in doubt what to gift, buy me an art and craft book”. Believe it or not, he can trust me in a diamond store, but he holds my hand at IKEA. I just love that place! I seriously could live there. I can’t wait for them to start their chain of stores in India. Their accessories and DIY range of products are a steal. Easy to assemble, great to look at and value for money.
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| Tea Cup Candles made for my girls |
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| Votives made for the Annual Mission Sunday Sale |
I also feel homes reflect the people who live there. Hence they need to come together to make it. Did I mention that I am very house proud? Every inch of space ideated and executed under my watchful eye. Will save that for another post though. However, I will leave you with this lamp that I made under Rs 200/- ($4) that adorns my living room. Gorgeous, ain’t it?
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| An empty bird cage with fairy lights entwined in a plastic leaves garland…..Voila! |
PS : Martha Stewart is my rock star. Someday, I hope to have the quintessential boutique that encourages DIY art and craft and houses quaint accessories from around the world.
Tally-Ho
Comments
Very nice art, indeed. I am absolutely a dumb bomb as DIY projects and I dread doing little minute work here and there too. But of course, that’s just me.
However, I am indeed so glad to see the pictures of your projects. Kudos to the work!! Good luck!
Thanks Kajal. The way you feel about art, I feel about cooking. Lol.
Loved your lamp and I love handmade gifts. I hope your dream comes true. Lovely post.
thanks Suzy, fingers and toes crossed.
As I started reading this, I had a vision of your owning your own store, Vini and then I found that you said exactly that in the last line! I admire you for your creativity which shines through in so many ways. ♥
Awwww Corinne, hugs. And amen to that!
You are so full of life..
I wish I will develop a little bit of enthusiasm for a start in arts and crafts.. It should be so relaxing..
The only arty thing i did all my life was singing and that had stopped. Now started practicing. Hope that I can sing here in Czech Republic one day..
Sing, sing Bhavana….and then we will come and watch. Some reason to visit the CR 🙂
Very impressive 🙂 I am a DIY diva myself and Martha Stewart is my hero 🙂
Glad to find more of the DIY tribe.Hail Martha!
You are a star! Loved them all.
You just love me too much. <3
OMG!! You are so creative! Loved all the pics! I am terrible at DIY… can barely manage to sew a button! 😛
All this I love. Don’t ask me to enter the kitchen, 😉
wow!!! You are very talented. I have never been an art & craft wala person. My hubby is very DIY type person. You know he had made a table for son? He enjoys this kind of stuff.
That lamp reminds me of Wake Up Sid 😀
Wake up Sid is where I saw it too. Found a lamp like it for 8K. Decided on doing it myself. The results are for all to see. 🙂
You inspire me Vini..! My daughter and I are also experimenting with DIY. Our medium is mainly fabric… used fabric. I’ve made rugs, I’ve made decorative pieces, I’ve made pen-stands and desktop organizers. I am so excited about it all… 🙂
Dagny
Oh, would love to exchange notes. Yup, the daughter out here also loves the craft. Glad we connect on yet another level.
I am not very good with my hands, actually can do DIY if someone else is with me! And no sewing, anything but!
Btw the empty cage turned lamp…i have been COVETING that ever since i saw one like that in “Wake up Sid”. Anyplace that sells ’em?
And you’ll be surprised, there are non-DIY fans of Martha too. Like me!
Meera
Meera, I saw one like that at an exhibition and the price reminded me why I love DIY! I made this in less than Rs 200/- The lady at the exhibition quoted me Rs 8000/-
I should get into business….lol!
You are so Creative. So full of life.
You are like my mother. She made us famous in school and colleges by her DYI projects. My school teachers still remember her. Some of my relatives were inspired but sadly most of them were/are jealous of her.
More power to you Blogwati Gee. <3
May your dream to have your own boutique encouraging DIY and Art & craft gets fulfilled soon
loved the mural painting and the Bird cage lamp a lot. Given a chance i could have steal that lamp. 😛 and i am serious about it.
You can make the lamp at home Preetilata. Look at the caption below the lamp picture, it is all there 🙂
I have loads of ideas, but no action to follow it up. Kudos to you on your DIY projects 🙂
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I wish I wa slike you Vini . Although I admire the others do it and I really make many attempts , I simply lack the skill and dexterity to get through it 🙂 Here’s wishing you tons and tons of creativity ahead . Loved the lamp post absolutely 🙂
Sri, I am sure you are a fab cook! I am not….see, now we are even 🙂
Wow…u made all those stuff urself?? pretty cool…I do love art ( more into music n writing kinda) but hats off to those who makes such cute creative stuff.
Yup I did Nandini. Thanks for the accolades.
My god amazingly creative you are !! I suck at DIY stuff ! I love the birdcage lamp and T shirt Bag !
They are my fav too Ruchira 🙂
woooooooowwwwwwwwwww vinita; the empty cage with fairy lights has my attention. I am not a DIY person but would sure love to make this one 🙂
Do it. Really simple actually. Then post pics, Priya.
DIY is one of my favorite pastimes. Loved your post – I enjoy making things, stitching stuff and turning waste into wealth. 😀 Grew up in a very frugal household and learned to value everything, no matter how trivial. The happiness of a finished hand made product is total! Thanks!
Thanks Vidya and yes I hear you. I guess we all were brought up the same way.
The bird cage with lights is simply awesome. Astounding creativity!
It is my fav accessory of all time. Thanks so much 🙂
wow! Amazing creativity. T- bag is lovely.
*clap clap clap *
Yup, the organisation it was made for said the same 🙂
That blue bottle and the lamp are exquisite!! You are so talented, my dear!
I love them too! God has been kind, I’d say.
I really do hope you get that dream, your DIY is spectacular. Thank you so much for sharing.
I am so glad you think so. Every bit of encouragement counts.
Not only creative,I see a very very enterprising person in you.It is just a matter of time Vini, pretty soon all your ideas and dreams will come true.The birdcage is beautiful.
Getting there Sharmila, one day at a time…..hugs 🙂
You are very talented! Enjoyed reading this!
Thanks for dropping by Rhonda 🙂
Apko Chandigarh ka rock garden design karna chaiye tha! 🙂
Very pretty pics!
Well, that is masterpiece. Maybe, I’ll recreate it in Bombay, someday.