Happy Holidays From MDC

Hello All! I am popping in to wish you all a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Here in Western Washington we are eagerly waiting Santa's arrival. My kids are tucked in bed. The cookies and milk for Santa awaits..... I can hear giggles and sense the excitement :) My parents are here and that makes this holiday season even more special!

Here's wishing you all peace and happiness today and always!

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Personalised MDC Coasters :)

Photography, tea, travel, decor and design have been a part of MDC ever since its inception nearly seven years ago! I take a gazillion pictures when the light is good at home. Unfortunately, winters in Seattle means incessant rain and lack of sunshine! I run around like a mad woman when "Mr Sunshine" makes an appearance :) 
I love capturing a mood, a light, a moment and enjoy seeing it framed on my wall! The past few weeks I have been thinking of incorporating more of my work at My Dream Canvas around my home. As you might already know, I love tea and I have a thing for collecting coasters :) I have them in all shapes, sizes and materials. I am guilty of being a hoarder when it comes to coasters:) It struck me recently that I could create my own coasters using my photographs :) Here are a few images of my shiny new coasters. It represents everything I love. My love for tea and tea cups and my passion for travel ( the red rug is from a trip to Mexico ) Printing My Dream Canvas on the coaster was an after thought and I am so glad I decided to  do it! 

 So, what do you think? I am now debating about creating a collection of coasters for The Shop At My Dream Canvas! I would love some feedback and suggestions. 

Happy Holidays my friends!!

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A Colorful Rooftop Party

My long absence from the blog is due to numerous reasons.......my parents are visiting, holiday season is upon us, kidos and their activities.....you get the drift :) Its been raining incessantly in my part of the world. I am completely fed up and long for some sunshine! I can't wish away the clouds but I can certainly day dream via the blog :) 

 The images of this stunning rooftop party is just what I need to lift my spirits! This lovely party was showcased in the Summer issue of the Merry Magazine! 

 Pretty, don't you think? I love the vibrant colors and the boho touch!

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A Photo Collection By The Shop At My Dream Canvas

Hello All! By popular demand The Shop At My Dream Canvas is proud to present a limited edition collection of prints exclusively for your home.

The photographs are all about... "Tea time moments" and "Dream Canvas vignettes". The prints capture the special moments at MDC that you all have been a part of over the years!

The images are now ready to grace the walls of your lovely home:) So hop on over and see what you like!

http://shopatmydreamcanvas.bigcartel.com/products

Happy Holidays my lovely readers!!

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Photography and Tea At My Dream Canvas :)

Hello everyone! Its been on my mind to make my photographs available for purchase at The Shop At My Dream Canvas. Many of you, over the years have written to me asking me to do this :) I am happy to announce that a few select prints will be up for sale at the online store soon. To kick start the collection, a few of my tea time moments will be available at the store! For now, I am sharing a quick phone shot of the prints ready to go online :)

Please message me or leave a comment here if you want to be on an email list to get updates on when the prints will be ready for purchase!

Thanks!

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MDC's Holiday Bazaar and Thanksgiving Wishes Just For You

It's an exciting time of the year! The Holidays are upon us.....  there is excitement in the air! We are celebrating Thanksgiving this week in the United States. This year, I am extremely grateful to have my parents here to celebrate it with me :) I am also extremely grateful for My Dream Canvas as we head into our seventh year! My blog has been an incredible gift in my life and none of this would have been possible without you! You, my lovely readers, encourage me to keep on writing! I cannot thank You enough for your constant encouragement and support! You have no idea of the impact you have in my life. It's priceless! I hope you will continue to stop by and be a part of my life. 

My Dream Canvas is my happy space!  I do hope that over the years, this happiness has reached you! You are all busy people and I appreciate your brief pause at MDC during your busy day!

The Shop At My Dream Canvas has some new goodies that are online for the Holidays. Make sure to check it out!

Happy Thanksgiving and Keep on smiling :)

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Hello There

Hi there! Hope you have been missing me ??  Blogging is such an integral part of me, that it's hard for me to step away! However, sometimes life takes over and there is so much to do.

I have also been suffering from sinusitis which is making me cranky...sigh!! I will spare you the details of my misery and talk about happy things! I am sharing an image from my home! This was taken a few years ago! I have always liked this picture because of the sun streaming into my living room!

At the moment we are just recovering from a massive rain and wind storm so seeing this makes me happy! I hope it brings a smile to your face as well

See you around! I have a few exciting holidays posts coming up for you!!  Stay tuned.....

Winter Collection : Shop At My Dream Canvas

Its here!! The winter collection at my little online boutique :) The Shop At My Dream Canvas presents a collection of home accessories for the global home!

Click here to begin shopping! Please note all items are in limited quantities and we ship only within the United States.

Images: Shop At My Dream Canvas

Autumn Splendor in My Backyard and An Update

Good Morning all :) Its been a late start to the day for me! What can I say, its been a a busy few weeks at my end and everything is out of control. Sigh....

Yesterday, after a long time, I pulled out my camera and indulged in a mini photo shoot :) It was therapeutic to spend time with my camera :) Diwali is always a big deal in my home. With my parents here, its extra special :) While my home is all spruced up for the festivities my backyard is a complete mess!! Its been raining incessantly, and the big tree behind my house is constantly shedding leaves! As a result the backyard is strewn with leaves in a myriad hues! I could not resist stepping out in the cold, armed with a hot cup of black coffee! 

Ah ! The cool crisp air, the pretty leaves, the hazelnut coffee had me mesmerised. As you can see....... I went a bit crazy :)

It was Diwali :)

I am signing off now. I  will be back soon with some shiny new items coming soon to The Shop At My Dream Canvas :) i have missed you all. How have you been??

Happy Diwali From My Home To Yours!

It is the middle of the night in my part of the world. I am here to wish all my wonderful readers around the world........a very Happy Diwali from my home to yours! May you and your loved ones have a bright and beautiful Diwali.

A big hug from me to you and thank you for stopping by My Dream Canvas!

Image: My home this evening!

An Autumn Day at The MDC Casa

Good Morning all. I apologize for the late start to the work week. This is a busy time of the year for me! Halloween, Diwali and my daughter's birthday....its all coming up.... and I am trying to juggle multiple things! My calender is full, and sometimes a quick tea break at home is all I need to get recharged :) 

 Despite the madness that surrounds me, a few quiet moments with my camera always relaxes me! A few days ago the autumn light filtered into my living room. The play of light and shadow, and the golden glow was hard to capture through my camera lens, but I did try. Here are a few quiet moments from home on that fine Autumn Day! In the words of John Donne, the famous literary poet "No spring nor summer beauty hath such grace as I have seen in one autumnal face." 

 Here's wishing you a beautiful week ahead!

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Happy Friday : Modern Bohemian By Dabito

Pretty houseplants, colorful pillows and patterns, the "Modern Bohemian" look by Dabito recently caught my eye. I can see myself getting comfortable here with a good book and endless cups of chai :) 

Happy Friday folks, go have fun and relax :)

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A Patio Makeover Before and After

Good Morning! With the festive season upon us things have been crazy busy at the MDC casa. My apologies for the infrequent posts. This morning, I spotted this fabulous patio makeover at DesignLoveFest and had to share it with you! The transformation is stunning, you can view the entire makeover HERE!

See you around :)

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Memories, Decor and A Discussion

I am back again today with a question for all my readers today! How do you weave your memories into your decor? At the MDC Casa, my decor is extremely personal, it conforms to no rules and follows only my heart :) What about you? What is your secret mantra to make your home personal? 

 I have always wanted my home to speak of my personal style. I literally spell it out :) I weave a story by creating a "heritage display" at home. I collect old photographs and letters of my family and display them around my home. I have diligently been rummaging through closets and albums in my parents' home in Delhi. As a result, I have managed to bring back some lovely photographs to Seattle! You can imagine my excitement when the pictures go up on a wall or find that perfect corner to call home:)

 Yesterday, I came across these vintage style frames which seem perfect for the black and white photographs. The first image is personal favorite. The little girl is my mom :) The picture was taken by my grandfather half a century ago. My Grandfather was a brilliant photographer. At that time....years ago, he had a darkroom in his home where he developed his own prints. I adore this picture as my daughter shares a remarkable resemblance to my mom in this photograph :)

Today, join me in a discussion and lets come up with creative ideas on how to weave memories into decor??? I shall await your thoughts eagerly :)

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Mahalaya and Our Fall Antique Bazaar !

The Festival season is upon us as today is Mahalaya! This day heralds the advent of Durga, the Goddess of supreme power. Navratri, Pujas, Dussehra, Diwali, Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas.......its all around the corner. We as a family celebrate all the festivals. As you can imagine its a happy time of the year :-)

 I am gearing up for a busy festival season. There will be lots happening here at My Dream Canvas. Do watch this space for more! Here's wishing you all a lovely festival season and Maa Durga is sending blessings your way. 

 This vision of Maa Durga is my favorite. It belonged to my parents and now graces my home!

For more happenings at MDC..........

 The MDC's Fall Antique Bazaar is in full swing! I am having so much fun scouring antique stores and flea markets to find treasures for your home:) My latest find is a stunning tall brass pitcher beautifully etched with flowers and leaves! This vintage pitcher is in excellent condition and will add a lovely boho chic touch to your home!

A " Global Find" for your lovely home! Click HERE  to visit our online store! Please note, we accept Paypal and ship only within The United States. 

Happy shopping and here's wishing you a great week ahead!

Images: Shop At My Dream Canvas

SoulMakes Bedding

Fall is here in my part of the world. The trees are laden with leaves in myriad hues! The sunlight has a golden touch and everything looks magical :) However, with Fall comes the rain and the clouds and today is one of those days. All I want to do is curl up with a hot cup of tea and a cozy blanket.

The new vintage kantha throws from SoulMakes looks Oh! so tempting! What do you think??
View the entire collection HERE.

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An Eclectic Home In Brooklyn

Hello All! If the image above has caught your eye and you want to delve deeper, check out this lovely home in Brooklyn. This is an interesting home with eye catching details, patterns and textures. As the owner says ” It takes a story, after all, to create a storybook home."

Click here to view pictures of the home via Lonny.


Photography by Gieves Anderson. 

Serendipity Delhi: A Festival of Art, Design and Music

Good morning all! I have been fortunate the past few years to have been in Delhi for Diwali a few times. The kids were younger so it was easy to pull them out of school. The babies are growing up now and its getting harder! So alas, I am not heading to good old Dilli this winter!

I love all the melas and bazaar's in Delhi this time of the year. However, I promise to let you "Dilliwalas" know of some of them which catch my eye :) Also, if you are travelling there during this time, then please don' miss out :)

Here is one being hosted at Serendipity Delhi. Some of my favorite designers are going to be there....sigh....you lucky people.....enjoy!! Connect with them via Facebook for more details!

Have a wonderful Festive Season and stay tuned for my festive posts!!

Image: Copyright Serendipity Delhi

MDC's Antique Bazaar

My Dream Canvas is ready to roll out its "Antique Bazaar". I am a big fan of antique stores and flea markets and I am looking forward to sharing my finds with you:) 
 The Shop At My Dream Canvas will primarily feature a collection of items sourced from India and around the world. The Antique Bazaar on the other hand are my finds from local antique stores and flea markets. What can I say, I love a treasure hunt:) I hope you will like what you see!! Every few weeks, I shall highlight one product from the Bazaar. 

This week's find is this pair of brass flower vases. Intricately carved with a stamp that says  "made in India", these vases are in excellent condition. Grab them while you can, we just have the one pair :) Click HERE for details!

I can't wait to share my other finds:) Here's wishing you a Happy Friday!!

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