Fabulous Find Friday Mia Nicole Design Co.

I am back after a long hiatus but hey its a fresh start, and there is lots heading your way :) So before I introduce the Fabulous Find of the week, I have to tell you a little story.

I have been married for 19 years and yet I never know what gift to get my husband. Be it birthdays or our anniversary, its a constant struggle to find something for him. The guy is exasperating!! He has no strong likes or dislikes. He is not into clothes, cars or gadgets. The one thing that brings joy to his life is Travel. He loves to go on vacations and therefore is forever planning our trips :) I should not be complaining.... but seriously he is obsessed about exploring the world. As a result, he works and plans vacations and has little time for anything else :) You cannot even imagine what a long, and neglected list I have on the home front. It  simply never gets done :)

We are also budget conscious travelers so that requires even more research and hard work ! For my anniversary this year in August,  I got him this delightful adventure fund box. I  had it personalized and it looks amazing. For those of you, who might say, that that piggy banks are for kids, have not seen my hubby dear grinning ear to ear when he opened his gift.  He absolutely loves it :) We have found a nice spot for it in our family room. As of now, we are filling it up with currencies from around the world :)

For me, our decor style is very personal. Over the years our home has become a canvas to showcase our personalities. My family room is a collage of things we love and the memories we cherish and this box fits in perfectly. Thank you Mia for creating this for us. 

Here's introducing Mia Nicole Design Co in her own words 

" I started Mia Nicole Design Co. , a hand lettering business, as a creative outlet after I quit my full-time graphic design job to stay home with my kids about 3 years ago. Creating is a necessary part of my life. So when I had the opportunity to stay home with my kids and continue to use my artistic/graphic design skills, I couldn’t resist! My business has evolved quite a bit from the beginning but the thing that remains the same is my passion for creating unique one-of-a-kind gifts. It makes me so happy when a customer tells me how their loved one was moved and so thrilled by the gift they received. It is so incredible to be a part of something that brings joy to others and will be a keepsake for years to come"

For those of you who are local to the  Greater Seattle area, you can find her at the Great Junk Hunt in Monroe from November 1-3. Mia also ships her products, so you can connect with her via Etsy or Instagram and Facebook.

Here are images of a few images from her collection. 

I adore these  cute globe ornaments :)

Mini Adventure Fund boxes for kids.

Hope you liked my Fabulous Find pick? Have a wonderful weekend and see you back here soon :)

Image 1 and 2 Copyright My Dream Canvas.
Image 3, 4, 5 and 6 Copyright Mia Nicole Design Company.

Fabulous Finds: Rapsodia

Hello there! My apologies for my long absences from the blog! Life seems to be getting busier with an 11 year old and an 8 year old! The Shop At MDC keeps me on my toes..... as I scout around for treasures for your lovely homes!  The sun sets at 4.15 pm in winter in my part of the world and somehow the days seems way too short to get everything done!! However, please do follow me on Instagram as I seem to be posting there almost on a daily basis :)

Its cold, dark and dreary here today and we have snow in the forecast. I am sitting by the fireplace in my family room and looking at some lovely images on Pinterest! These stunning images from the Argentinian e-store Rapsodia caught my attention.

The store has a lovely curated collection of unique clothing, accessories and home decor items that you simply cannot miss! Bookmark Rapsodia for some delightful things and lovely eye candy :)

Keep on smiling and see you around!

Images : Copyright Rapsodia

Fabulous Finds Dishfunctionldesigns

Hello there! I think you all are quite aware of my love for all things vintage :) Its been a while since I posted my "Fabulous Finds" on the blog. However, you shall be pleased, as today I am happy to share something unique, vintage and beautiful! 

 Meet Dishfunctionldesigns on Etsy! The designer Laura Beth is based in USA and makes contemporary Jewelry from broken Vintage China. Laura has been featured on Country Living Magazine and has published a book on Boho Chic jewelry! She creates the most unique pieces from salvaged items especially old chinaware! 

I am clearly in love! Here are some of her designs to drool over :)

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Fabulous Finds : The GentlePorcupine on Etsy

Its been a slow start to the work week as Monday was a holiday for us here in the States. I begin this week with a Fabulous Find. My love for books and pillows have come together with this exquisite pillow I spotted on  TheGentlePorcupine. This store is about a couple based in Netherlands looking to share their love for books and nature.

While this books pillow featured below is my absolute favorite, the other pillows and tote bags are really pretty too. Have fun browsing their store!

Images: Copyright TheGentlePorcupine

Fabulous Finds Maisons du Monde

Sigh! There are so many temptations online and you can shop till you drop :) Well or at the least have fun browsing. Today, I am sharing a wonderful site filled with pretty things.  The store has a stunning collection of home decor products and accessories to liven up your space.  Maisons Du Monde is based out of France. Here are some products that caught my eye :) Trust me, there are loads more!! 

 Visit Maisons Du Monde and happy browsing!! Hope you enjoyed my Fabulous Find for this week :)

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Soul Makes : A Bohemian Wonderland

 I am thrilled to bring back my Fabulous Finds series with Soul Makes. As I was browsing through this delightful shop...... I was transported to a bohemian and eclectic wonderland :) Based out of Virginia, this store is the brainchild of a two person creative team who share a common passion for design, photography and decorating!!

Be sure to bookmark their blog which is a visual delight and gives you an insight into their creative journey!

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Fabulous Finds Marika Wagle

There are times when the images in the blog post do all the talking and this post is one of those :) This week's Fabulous Find is Marika Wagle. Marika's online store is a treasure trove of goodies sourced from India, Morocco, Turkey and Africa. Marika has spent over a decade managing merchandising and buying for high profile designer fashion brands in New York City. Recently, her passion for travel combined with her love for finding treasures across the globe led her to start her own venture.

Intrigued?  Do visit her store  to view her entire collection. I promise that you you will be swept away just like I was :) 

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Fabulous Finds " Bangdar Sarali"

I am delighted to feature "Bangdar Sarali"  based in New Delhi, India as this week Fabulous Find on My Dream Canvas! This venture has been started by two friends who quit their regular jobs to pursue their passion. Together they have embarked on a journey to create exclusive Experimental Fused Glass Jewelry - "Art that can be worn"

Bangdar Sarali endeavors to marry ancient European glass art techniques ( like Murano) with Indian motifs to create contemporary jewelry that is a true fusion of the two cultures. The vibrancy of colors and fluidity of shapes of fused glass art come alive in contemporary handcrafted designs, which are elegant and wearable. These distinctive accessories are truly unique by virtue of the technique of fusion used to create the pieces, which makes it impossible to recreate a design that is identical.

The two creators of Bangdar Sarali are Ikroop Dhillon, the fused glass artist and Pooja Roy Yadav, the jewelry designer. 

Connect with them on Facebook and visit their Website for more information!

Happy Shopping! 


The stunning Devi collection................  

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Fabulous Finds : DARA Artisans

I stumbled upon Dara Artisans recently and have been gravitating back to their site time and time again :)
Dara Artisans mission is to promote cultural curiosity and a sense of discovery by offering a sophisticated edit of handmade artisan crafts. Founded by Media veterans Dan and Dara Brewster, the store stresses on the importance of preserving the ancestral traditions of master artisans.

The store is quite a fascinating journey to distant lands and brings with it exquisite creations that are worth a look! 
Find them on Facebook and visit the website for more information!

Have a super Friday and an awesome weekend!

The image above made me drool and these are some of the other things that caught my eye!

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Fabulous Finds : A Literary Book Shelf Cum Storage Box :)

I am a big fan of HomeGoods. I usually stumble upon something every few years which I absolutely adore! My Suzani chair was a HomeGoods find as well. This storage box gives you the illusion of leather bound books lined on a book shelf!! Each and every book mentioned here is a classic. I have read them all :) Gone With The Wind of course is an all time favorite :)

The box can be opened and has storage space inside. I bought it for my anniversary and told my husband it was a gift from him. Smart eh? :) 

Have you discovered an unexpected treasure for your home recently. I would love to know? Here's wishing you a great weekend!


Image: My Dream Canvas

Fabulous Find : Handcrafted Jewelry By "Soumeiran"

My Fabulous Find for this week is Soumeiran.  A fantastic find for those who love handcrafted jewelry! I get very tempted when I see Suchitra's creations :) "Soumeiran was founded by Suchitra Gulvady for the love of silver, mingled with stones and beads strung together to create one organic statement."

Soumeiran's collection Maaya has been launched recently and is absolutely stunning. You can find Soumeiran on Facebook and contact her via Email.

Happy Shopping people and have a great weekend :)

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Fabulous Finds : The New Artnlight Store!

I am sharing some wonderful news today. Artnlight has recently launched its online store! Artnlight products have been a favorite of mine for a while now. Vineeta Nair creates the most amazing products with passion, and each piece created by her is a work of art.

To know more about Artnlight and her journey, do visit her shiny new store filled with exquisite goodies for the home :)

All the best Vineeta and happy shopping people :)

I told you I was a fan :) This is a picture of Artnlight mugs in my home...

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Image 3 : My Dream Canvas and subject to Copyright.

"Fabulous Finds" TurkishMuseum

Browsing on Etsy is like taking a trip around the world in a few minutes :) Today's "Fabulous Find" is a store I found on Etsy called TurkishMuseum. The store carries an incredible collection of Kilim rugs, pillows and other Turkish arts and crafts. If you want to give your home a boho chic vibe then you need to check this out. For me, its my love for vintage textiles that draws me to such stores!!  Made from Angora wool these rugs can be delivered to you from Izmir, Turkey. The collection is superb and many of the rugs include free shipping. 

You have to check them out just to see the myriad colors :) Have fun browsing!

A striking Copper Turkish Expresso Set

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Fabulous Finds : Etsy Shopping From Around The World!

 Like so many other designers and bloggers, I too have a great weakness for vintage fabrics and textiles from all over the world. I love browsing Etsy for unique and unusual finds. This week I am bringing you a collection of home decor products and accessories with a tribal and bohemian flair. Here are my picks for this week with products from different parts of the globe!

 SiameseDreamDesign is a store specializing in hmong pillows and other accessories for the home and for you! Based in Chiang Mai, Thailand, this store is a visual treat. I really like these striking purple hmong pillows. The second set of pillows are beautiful Naga tribal pillows in deep red with peach and brown! Visit the store to view their entire collection!

How can I resist these vintage Suzani hobo bags :) These are made out of vintage fabrics sourced from Uzbekistan. The store Jane Eastan is based here in the States. Each bag is one of a kind and the store has many designs to chose from! Happy browsing :)

AYLIDESIGNS is based in Turkey. These handmade ipad/tablet cases look so smart and functional. I love the bold kilim design. Makes quite a statement! Visit the store to know more the designs, prices and their shipping policies!

So do you have a favorite among the products featured here? I would love to know???

Image 1 : SiameseDreamDesign, Image 2 : Jane Eastan, Image3: Aylidesigns. and subject to Copyright!

Fabulous Finds" Villa Valentina" A Unique Shopping Experience

The beaches in Mexico were fun, the sun healing, the landscape dramatic and Villa Valentina just happened to add to the magic :) I stumbled upon this unique store as we were leaving San Jose for Cabo. Something inside me told me to stop as we drove past it. Thankfully, we turned the car around as this place turned out to be absolutely fascinating.  

Have you ever entered a space where you want to get lost wandering?? Well this was one such place. Villa Valentina " is a beautiful art and design center housed in a Mission-like building". For me me it was so much more, I loved everything about this place. It appealed to my design sensibilities completely. It had a casual yet refined air. There was an endless treasure trove of goodies tucked away in every nook and cranny. There were exquisite things placed effortlessly just poised to catch your eye! It reminded me of a haveli with an old world charm. To think I was in Mexico and yet it felt like I could have been in Rajasthan :)

Haciendas or Haveli.....what can I say, I have a weakness for both :) Villa Valentine apart for being a lovely shopping experience, houses a restaurant, an art gallery and features art classes as well. Need I say more ?

Have fun looking, I certainly did :) Have you had a unique shopping experience that has stayed with you forever, I would love to know? Do share your story in the comments section below. As people join in I am sure we can come up with some interesting stories :)

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