This is a tale of how when you travel with a plan, and with your paints and stencils, to the other side of the planet … well, be open to going on an adventure with your painting plan! Why did ...
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Paisley patterns are so enduring and are haute year in and year out for both interiors and fashion. In the Paint + PatternBlogazine, we featured just how beautiful paisley patterns can be for interiors. If you’re intrigued by the look, you’re in luck! Royal Design ...
Read More »India-Inspired Monochromatic White Interiors
Deeply rooted in culture and history, Indian interiors typically reflect warm colors and rich textures. They are also rather daring, and in that vein, many are designing Indian-inspired rooms with a lighter look that is no less classic and inspiring. ...
Read More »An Indian Inspired DIY Stencil Project: Part 1
Can paint turn a plain white space in your home into an exciting extravaganza of Indian-Moroccan patterns and color? Why, yes! Here’s a dramatic Indian inspired DIY stencil project/closet transformation that did just that. Paint and stencil patterns took it ...
Read More »Paint+Pattern+Pinterest: A Peek into the world of Mughal Art and Architecture
Like us, have you always been fascinated by the Mughal art and architecture of India? If so, we may have something interesting for you today. Our top picks of the week, for Paint+Pattern Pinterest Friday, are about the intricate and ...
Read More »The Gorgeous Woodworking Patterns of India
India has a varying spectrum of architectural styles which reflect culture, lifestyle and even climate differences. This wide range includes not only the palaces but also the houseboats and contemporary dwellings of the modern era. A prized aspect of India’s ...
Read More »Chikankari: A Traditional Indian Embroidery Style
India is known for its diverse craft and embroidery styles that are distinctly different in each state and region. The skill level required for many of these crafts is inherited over generations and perfected over a lifetime. Chikankari embroidery is one ...
Read More »Paisley Patterns for Interiors
Design by Martyn Lawrence Bullard Paisley designs are a timeless classic. The distinctive curve shaped pattern is a historic boteh motif that will always be associated with India. The design is frequently described as a raindrop, a twisted droplet or ...
Read More »Paint+Pattern+Pinterest: Green Indian Interiors
Happy Friday! It is the end of the week and it’s time to begin the all-green party in honor of the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day. We have an extremely sweet Irish colleague in our office who has diligently worn a ...
Read More »The Sacred Murals of Sarnath, India
Have you ever had a project take over your life completely? Artist Kaveri Singh found herself in this very situation – and emerged with an incredible, transformative experience. An autodidact, Kaveri was born and raised in India and has been ...
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