A weekend of creativity at the Urban Fest in Visakhapatnam

A weekend of creativity at the Urban Fest in Visakhapatnam

Handmade products | Photo Credit: THULASI KAKKAT A diverse array of stalls, live workshops, music and stand-up shows will mark the two-day Urban Fest being organised by Local Hungama. Sponsored by Soul Spa, the event promises to be a haven for art lovers, eco-conscious shoppers and those looking for unique, handmade treasures. “The two-day fest … Read more

Thiruvananthapuram based artists and crafters make a ornaments and home decor items for Christmas

Thiruvananthapuram based artists and crafters make a ornaments and home decor items for Christmas

Crocheter Sreeja Renjith’s Santas made of yarn. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT It’s time to deck the hall! With Christmas just a week away, all hands are on deck to get homes ready for the season. Crafters, artists, home cooks, crocheters, candle makers et al have come up with Christmas-themed decor such as Nativity figurines, … Read more

Creativity in clutter

Creativity in clutter

Aneesh and Shailna | Photo Credit: Special arrangement When urban planners (policy and planning sector) Aneesh Cherian and Shailna Wadhwa started making indoor furniture for their cats, little did they imagine they were building an alternate career for themselves. In 2018 their pet furniture caught the attention of other cat owners and soon they were … Read more

Teja Lele’s new book Live Smart: Living like your grandma

Teja Lele’s new book Live Smart: Living like your grandma

Teja Lele says that being a minimalist means less, but less doesn’t mean none. | Photo Credit: special arrangement From Rukmini Ray Kadam’s collection | Photo Credit: Trumatter In her recently-launched maiden book, Live Smart, Teja Lele suggests going back to ‘old-fashioned living’. For those yearning for a simpler, more meaningful life, the architect-turned-writer says … Read more