I have been dancing since I was five. Not as a hobby. As a practitioner who has organised life around it through every season. Education. Deaths. Motherhood. Rebuild. Someone once told me no one cares if you don’t dance. It was the most liberating thing I ever heard.
I spent years heartbroken over the flowers I didn’t receive.
Then life fell apart, and I began planting things instead.
A plant here. A flower there. Small acts of care repeated over years.
One day, I realized:
I had become someone capable of growing an entire garden.
The garden is still growing.
Dance has been a part of my life since I was five years old. Over the years, I’ve written about its ability to create an anchor, a sense of belonging, and the refinement of aesthetics. But its most profound gift to me has been its role in my journey through grief. It held me steady […]
Finally, a Little Bit of French in My Living Room! Let’s call this a touch of Versailles! It took 18 months to transform an old door into what you see here. See the post below for the makeover 😊 The Story of Trumeau Mirrors Trumeau mirrors have a fascinating history. Traditionally ornate, they were placed […]
With a ton of rosemary from my garden, I infused it with virgin coconut oil for two months, and the smell is absolutely heavenly! After that, I decided to make lotion bars and lip balms using beeswax and shea butter, perfect for winter skin care. Now, anyone who drops by my place is likely to […]
Ever dreamed of flying on a magic carpet and wearing a turban like Aladdin? No? Well, I did! And guess what? I just made that childhood dream come true… sort of. Enter the DIY Turban Lampshade project, a fun, whimsical, and slightly crazy way to transform an old lamp into a statement piece that brings […]
We all have that beautiful, large silver or brass lamp sitting around the house, an heirloom passed down from generations, making a grand appearance only during festivals. When it’s not being used, it’s typically tucked away, its top parts unscrewed and stored. But what if I told you that these cherished lamps could serve more […]
First off, I hope everyone finds freedom from disease, distress, and dogma on this Independence Day! May we all embrace the things that truly matter, health, joy, and creativity. ✨ Now, onto my floor lamp story, a true tale of persistence and a little design improvisation! I came across this metal grill that instantly caught […]
I finally found the bat shit crazy piece for my dining wall, and I’m absolutely thrilled with how it turned out! It’s one of those moments where creativity and a little bit of “juggaad” (a great term for makeshift or innovative fixes) come together to create something totally unique. The Backstory of My Juggaaaad Wall Art […]
Many people ask me why I don’t just buy new things but instead work with random pieces. Well, it’s the exploration of potential that fascinates me. Every random or discarded piece has some hidden value (of course, some never do, but that’s rare!), and watching them transform into something meaningful is simply amazing. For me, the […]