Home Sweet Home

I have said this before that homes are like a summary of experiences. For me my home reflects where I come from, my personal taste and my travels. While we shop and stores, buy pretty things and decorate our homes......what makes it unique is how we present it! 
When you bring in something that is yours, be it a family heirloom, or something with a story to share...... you are giving your home its own unique character. I have just realized that my home is filled with quirky things, which may not be of any value to anyone but mean the world to me! I use a lot of my own photographs from my travels and hang it around the house, I collect vintage style maps, I have sea shells from my trips to the beach in a jar, I  a collection of postcards that my Dad sent me when I was little on a wall. I could go on and on.......but you get the drift :)

So don't be afraid to  be different, live your life and your experiences through your decor. You will be surprised how much fun it can be :) What are some of the fun and interesting things you have in your home that are uniquely you......I would love to know?

Sharing a nook from my home!

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Ananya By My Dream Canvas

A few weeks back I had introduced my latest venture. Today the entire collection is available via The Shop At My Dream Canvas.
Please visit my Facebook page for regular updates about this collection. Ananya by My Dream Canvas is a small collection of handcrafted jewelry. These unique pieces are handcrafted in India and are a contemporary take on traditional designs. The designs are a blend of beads, semi precious stones and silver. Each piece of jewelry is one of a kind and has been exclusively designed by me and my team. 

This is part of my summer collection and available for a limited time only. 

Introducing Ananya.............to view the entire collection please click here! Please email me at anuseattle@gmail.com for prices and shipping within the United States.

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A Home In Malaga

This home in Malaga intrigues me with its display of lively eclecticism. A home in my opinion is like a summary of experiences. For me my home reflects my personal taste and my travels. 

This holiday retreat in Spain strikes a chord with me. I like the presence of color and textiles. The owner is clearly passionate about textiles.......the carpets are from Morocco, the cushions, blankets and quilts are from Asia. The suzani's and the kilims pop against the neutral canvas and makes the rooms look bright, fresh and warm!

This home has helped shake off my Monday blues. I hope it does the same for you :)

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Sunday Ramblings and a Vacation Hangover!

How have you been? I have missed you and I hope you have too :) 
I am back from a lovely family vacation. More about that later. For now, I am gearing up for an action packed week on My Dream Canvas. Today, I am enjoying a lazy Sunday and dealing with a wee bit of jet lag! The days are glorious, the temperature is just right and the sun is shining. I could not ask for more! 
This image reminds me of my recent trip to the beach!

This would be the perfect place to enjoy a lazy Sunday with  family and friends.......YOU included :) What do you think?

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