I WON a world map mural!

I won a world map wall mural from Stuff and Nonsense and was able to gift it to my daughter for her first home. Actually, it came from Wallpapered.com in London and there was a $60 shipping charge that the original winner didn't want to pay. So she offered it to me, the second winner! I put it up today on the wall behind my daughter Lisa's sofa and I think it looks great!




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Minnesotan Ganesh Chaturthi....

I was overtaken by a huge wave of 'festive nostalgia' as I posted a photograph of our last years eco-friendly Ganesha on Facebook this morning. Instead of basking in it too long I decided to celebrate my favorite God and festival the Minnesotan way!

Rummaging through drawers I found a small packet of sandalwood powder tablets that I seem to have brought from India along with few incense sticks.

Thus in the late afternoon today in my kitchen I decided to mould my dear Ganesha with fragrant sandalwood powder, turmeric and water and captured the process to share with all of you.

The paste took form gradually...

...and a pebble forms His throne.

Peppercorns and cloves...

Vibrant colours enhance the features...

I 'paint my prayers' on a pebble and offer it to the Lord.

In the absence of my favorite Frangipanis I offer Him flora from here, a few pine cones, acorns and grass from my front yard.

Wishing all of you a very Happy Ganesh Chaturthi from Minnesota! May Lord Ganesha remove all your obstacles and shower his blessings on all of you!

P.S. The readers who entered in the Artnlight Blog Anniversary Giveaway, do stay tuned as Vineeta Nair announces the winner on 19th September, 2012.

(Images by Arch)

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The Cottage House, Minneapolis.

Our quest for finding the right kitchen table for our new home has yielded in some delightful treasures.

The Cottage House on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis is one such.

Every month they open only for a couple of days unraveling some amazing vintage finds under different themes. This month it is French Country.

 The Cottage House owned by Ted & Tim has a team of designers who refurbish antique and vintage finds.

Funky yellow chairs hang from trees...

Chrysanthemums bloom along with whimsical metal blossoms...

Iron flower pot holders.

I stopped in my tracks at the entrance of The Cottage House when I saw this beautifully hand-painted floor poster  about Squashes.  I got to know later that Ted hand-paints the floors every month with different themes!

Ms. Ellie Rose English.

The peeling paint on the ceiling and the golden hue of the lit chandeliers was alluring...

The wooden shutters so reminded me of Calcuttan homes back in India.

This was one serene corner in the house.

Salvaged painted iron window grills.

Yes. Something I completely believe in.

It's a treasure trove for magical garden accessories.

Hand-painted brick flooring and a basket full of vintage crockery.

I longingly stood in front of this huge framed blackboard for a while and promised to come back soon for it:-)

A wonderful sunny Sunday spent in a delightful 'home decor market' called The Cottage House.

Do check out their website for their upcoming sale for October. You can also keep updated on their Facebook page 

(Images by Arch)

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Birthday Honey-Do's

I recently had a birthday (Sept. 3) and the best part was not the gifts but what my hubby said to me...

"Hon, I'm all yours today!"

I knew that meant what whatever I wanted him to do, he would. And he knew that I had some projects in mind. You see, I am afraid of the table saw and needed him to cut some wood for me. I also wanted to beef up a fireplace mantel. So let's start with that!

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Fun with Chairs

I just wanted to share a couple of changes going on around our crazy home!

 

Not too long ago, I shared a picture of two beautiful French Country chairs that I was thrilled to finally find!  I got them at a very reasonable price because they weren't stained or painted ... that was going to be *my* job (eek)!

 

 

Sooo, I removed the seats, got out my AS Pure White and clear wax and went to town painting, distressing (just a tad) and waxing.  I then stained the seats with two coats of American Walnut and then added two coats of polycrylic (so that they match our new table that I look forward to showing you).  Here's what they look like today (and, something tells me that I'll be adding a coat of a different paint color on top sometime):

 

 

The other little change is going on in our dining room.  You may remember that I shared this fun, French script fabric with you all:

 

 

Our six dining chairs have since been recovered (thanks to my sweet neighbor, Christy), and now, they look like this:

 

 

LOVE! 

 

I can't wait to share more with you all ... thanks so much for stopping by!

 

Becca

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Blog Anniversary and First Giveaway By Jabong

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I am about to complete two years of blissfully happy blogging in October.
In past two years I posted only 80 posts that shows how irregular and  lazy blogger I am. But as they say what matters is quality not quantity. So to be very honest in past two years quality of my posts that I see today has become better and becoming better by the day. Most importantly talented fellow bloggers and inspiring blogs have changed lot in me. In these past two years I read a lot, I admired a lot and I learnt a lot. 
Blogging has become a part of my life. Everyday I go through lots of wonderful blog of different genre and I feel that there's a treasure of knowledge and talent. A valuable treasure always there to retake,Grasp the very essence of it and it is yours to take!_ Wael Mohammed
Here are some memorable moments from past:

Some Flashbacks:
I joined Blogger: August 2010
I published my blog: October 2010
First post on blog: http://designdecoranddisha.blogspot.in/2010/10/keep-learning.html
My favorite DIY: http://designdecoranddisha.blogspot.in/2012/04/when-creative-juices-flow-coconut-shell.html
Most popular post: http://designdecoranddisha.blogspot.in/2011/04/new-found-love-canopy-bed.html
Most memorable moment: http://designdecoranddisha.blogspot.in/2011/03/day-has-arrived.html
Post that I love most: http://designdecoranddisha.blogspot.in/2011/05/unconditional-love.html
Post on first wall makeover: http://designdecoranddisha.blogspot.in/2011/06/wall-decor.html
Very special post: http://designdecoranddisha.blogspot.in/2011/07/blogging-is-bliss.html
First giveaway I won: http://designdecoranddisha.blogspot.in/2011/11/meet-cute-little-mr-gajraj.html
My favorite post on home makeover: http://designdecoranddisha.blogspot.in/2012/08/wall-makeover-wall-with-personal-touch.html

I am celebrating this occasion with Jabong a wonderful online shopping destination. Jabong.com is a young and vibrant company that aims to provide good quality branded products. Jabong.com caters to the fashion need of men, women and kids across footwear, apparel, jewelry, beauty and accessories.

Take a look to some of their home & living products:

      

Jabong & Design Decor And Disha  will gift  the winner one item of their choice for the value of Rs. 500. You can choose product from Jabong.
 Giveaway is open for world wide audiences.

*Rules*
You can have three chances of entering the give away:
1st Entry:
If you like going through my blog then follow Design Decor And Disha and leave me a comment. Drop me a link to your chosen item in comment. If your are non blogger then just drop me a mail to dishamishra.d@gmail.com

2nd Entry:
Like my FB page 3D Design Decor & Disha and like Jabong  and leave me a comment.

3rd Entry:
Do a blog post  about this giveaway on your blog/FB page and leave a link to that post in comment.


This giveaway will be closed on 25 September 2012 and I'll announce the winner on 26 September 2012. So don't wait hop on to Jabong, choose your item and let me know.
Wish You Luck!!!

Thanks once again to all wonderful blog readers out there who come to visit my blog, go through it, leave me some sweet notes, some silent admirers just hop on, read posts  and then leave but you enjoy your stay here. Thanks for making my blogging world so beautiful. 



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Fall Around the House

Urn purchased from GrandinRoad

 Oh so much more to see...



Mr. Pumpkin Head peeking out of the lantern wishing all a Happy Fall!




Vintage jello molds that I handpainted.






A fun wreath that I made.




Wire basket from Southern Living Home. I filled with fall decor.






Filled with handmade gold-leaf gourds.




Candle on tables that I painted.




Fall 'bowed' cat birdhouse

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