Last weekend I had the pleasure of meeting 49 inspiring bloggers when we were put up at The Zuri White Sands Goa Resort and Casino in scenic Varca. Despite the busy schedule, we stole an hour to walk around the sprawling premises, and I want to share a few design […]
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A weekend in Goa with awesome bloggers and Tata Zest at the Zuri Hotels and Resorts
It is 12:40 pm and the weekend stay in Goa is coming to a close. It was a truly wonderful event, 24 hours of great ambiance, a pampered stay with great food and even greater company, new friendships forged and old ties renewed. Pic courtesy Nirav Thakker. Please do not […]
The Tata Zest Review {Live blogging from Zuri Hotels, Varca} A decor blogger’s perspective
A big hi from Goa, where 50 bloggers from India are with me live- blogging about our just-finished test drive of the new Tata Zest which promises to #zestupyourlife pic via Zuri The Tata Zest is a game-changing new car from Tata Motors. Driving it in Goa amid the greenery, […]
Entertaining with Metal Tableware {class and elegance}
Metals are a great decor addition on our dining and party tables. Nickel, silver and brass, they are all making a come back in the most gorgeous designs. They are far superior than plastic and melamine (especially when it comes to environmental care), a welcome change from pottery and ceramics, […]
New Zentangle Banner by Sanjana Sridhar
Zentangle drawing by Rekha – cupcake How do you like our new banner? It will be up this entire week! Zentangle banner by Sanjana Sridhar It has been specially designed for The Keybunch by Rekha’s daughter Sanjana Sridhar. Sanjana attended a Zentangles workshop, and we were thrilled when one of […]
{Behind-the-scenes at the Hastakala photoshoot: Guest blogging at the BuynBrag blog today
I am guest blogging today at the BuynBrag blog. If you haven’t shopped already at BuynBrag, you must at least check them out! They have a lovely collection of furniture and knickknacks – carefully chosen directly from the suppliers with whom they share an incredible rapport! The team from […]
Upcycled Antique Singer Sewing Machines {old world charm}
There is no denying the charm of an old sewing machine. Have you got one with you? Apart from the sentimental value – your grandmother used it to make your mother’s wedding gown! – sewing machines are charming additions to your decor. Here are some wonderful ways to display those […]
A Lifestyle Villa located in an Old Mangalorean Tiled Home {Ira Spa}
On my morning walk in a quiet, nondescript bylane in Cascia, Mangalore, I spotted a lovely yellow house in the old Colonial style, with pillars, tiled roofs, et al. The signboard said Ira Spa. I was intrigued, and when I asked around, was surprised to learn that it’s been here […]
The Keybunch once more among India’s top blogs {itb listing}
Happy to have this blog sport this badge. We are listed in the 2013-14 directory of India’s Best Blogs brought out by ITB (Indian Top Blogs) for the third consecutive year! A special thanks to my dear readers. This blog is for you, so take a bow!
An old Chippendale-like frame, and missing home!
Many years ago, while shopping for brass in Pune’s famed Vishrambaug area, a friend and I decided to check out the handmade store located inside Vishrambaug Palace. I chanced upon a beautiful wooden mirror frame, heavily distressed, slightly cracked, very chipped. I stashed it away for a while. Now, I […]