Festival Season at home..Diwali time

The fragrance filled the air

The musky aroma of the dull oranges,at thy feet

The bubble of warmth and the fragrance of the divine worship at Diwali

Mornings moments fresh and fragrant at Diwali time

Fresh garlands of seasonal flowers , vivid pink lotus buds,shimmering fabric that evoke the prayers

As Dusk slowly enveloped the house,the diwali evening was beautiful

Celebrate...and enjoy...as the house warms up for diwali!

A  Kaleidoscopic view of the festival season at our home

As I wait for another Diwali Morning:)-

Loved these lines on" A Diwali Morning"

On Diwali morning
her childhood returns: dew 
on the burnt grass, birds in flight 
singing, pampering by her aunts, 
the rustling of new dresses, 
delectable meals and sweets 

Joy sugared the air, as bright 
as firecrackers exploding.

On a November night 
the festival would arrive: the perfect 
opening notes of a symphony 
that would decide the fate of the planet. 
Each moment was alive: 
it was like being washed in the geyser 
of memory.

(Charles Fishman)

Home stitched beauties as cushions,Small golden beads that got stitched on to the sides:)-

I never knew how to worship until I knew how to love(Henry ward)

Worship is Divine..Everyday life has become my prayer(Sarah Ban)d caption

The bangles as votive holder

 As i wait for another Diwali Morning:)-

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Diwali Celebrations @ Honolulu, Hawaii!

Diwali is a joyful, festive occasion for all who celebrate in India and throughout the world and so in Honolulu,Hawaii..Wherever there is an Indian Mind there is a Diwali!

Amerjit Ghag lives in the tropical paradise of Honolulu,Hawaii.Her home is an expression of her love for colour and pattern.A space that reflects her Indian sensibilities and colour combined with the design aesthetics of Western.

Here are some Diwali celebrations all the way from Hawaii from the very enterprising Amerjit Ghag Of "Chai Studio ".

These  images Inspiring all of us towards a pure and peaceful way of life; filled with character and love.All these elements used in decorating are simple and reveal her warmth,her love for colour and pattern combined with the rustic elegance.The warmth of the space attracts us to each of her simple corners and she wishes the readers a joyous Diwali!

All Images And Ideas Conceived By: Amerjit Ghag..

Divinity on diwali!

I simply love the approach of the Diwali season. 

The slight winter chill, the happy faces, the excitement of shopping, Diwali decorations and all that.Its now that the festivals has gained so much popularity and we celebrate it in various styles At home it was always the Divinity,the Pooja,the Ghee lit lamps and Marigolds.Still it remains all the more traditionally rooted at our homes.


Let the Divine ideas of Diwali surround you forever.Here are some snippets from the earlier celebrations of earlier years:)-

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