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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