Thursday, November 3, 2011
New blog finally
Phew...I did it. I now blog at http://yellowturquoise.blogspot.com/ ! Hope you continue to follow me there !
Sunday, July 31, 2011
Time to bid adieu
So, I have finally begun the journey to realize my dreams...I have joined design school.
And now I thought it was time to create this new blog altogether...so just a formal good bye to the very few who did read this one. Will surely post the link to the new one when it is created.
Thanks for the support.
See you on the other side !
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Polka Dots
This is my new favorite restaurant.
If you haven't tried it, you simply MUST !
I have already been to it about 4 times this month :D and I have coerced my team to give me my farewell there too ! Yes I am absolutely crazy about this place.
So we went there yesterday and had the following:
"Veg quesadillas"
"Teriyaki Chicken"
"Chicken Paprika"
All of the above were made to perfection. I ordered the last dish and it did not disappoint. It was superb. I licked the plate clean ! Dammit, I'm hungry again :P
Located in Kalyani Nagar and Aundh it serves all kinds of food - Indian, Continental, South-east Asian, Mexican etc etc. Pretty reasonably prices and good portions. Even their desserts are to die for. We had this creme brulee, oh, I cannot begin to describe what it did to me.
A meal for four cost about 1200 bucks. And we ordered mocktails as well (they do not serve alcohol) The mojito is really good and so is the iced tea.
Again, you MUST go !
P.S. The place has just about 10 tables and is always packed. Also, it is not air-conditioned but they have these huge air coolers and its covered so well that you cannot make out the difference at all !
I have already been to it about 4 times this month :D and I have coerced my team to give me my farewell there too ! Yes I am absolutely crazy about this place.
So we went there yesterday and had the following:
"Veg quesadillas"
"Teriyaki Chicken"
"Chicken Paprika"All of the above were made to perfection. I ordered the last dish and it did not disappoint. It was superb. I licked the plate clean ! Dammit, I'm hungry again :P
Located in Kalyani Nagar and Aundh it serves all kinds of food - Indian, Continental, South-east Asian, Mexican etc etc. Pretty reasonably prices and good portions. Even their desserts are to die for. We had this creme brulee, oh, I cannot begin to describe what it did to me.
A meal for four cost about 1200 bucks. And we ordered mocktails as well (they do not serve alcohol) The mojito is really good and so is the iced tea.
Again, you MUST go !
P.S. The place has just about 10 tables and is always packed. Also, it is not air-conditioned but they have these huge air coolers and its covered so well that you cannot make out the difference at all !
Monday, April 18, 2011
Pick of the week
So I went back to Red and picked out some awesome stuff... ! (Its all in my head though)
I need to go shoppinggg :P
Hibiscus toes
Summer is here and the flowers in my balcony are blooming. The Hibiscus is just the color of my toe nails :)
Weekend Art
This Saturday I had a burst of creativity and completed 4 painting... yes 4 !!! :D
This last one I started a while back and just finished this weekend ! I love the way its turned out :)
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Friday, April 8, 2011
Maxi Dresses
I always wanted to buy one and more so now...they are so perfect for this torturous weather ! I almost picked one up at Colaba Causeway but then changed my mind. Anyways the print was a bit overwhelming.
So I'm back to just web window shopping !
Here are some I liked !
I've always loved paisley :)
Love the crotchet back on this summery orange dress !Images from polyvore
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Mumbaiii
Some pictures from my recent Bombay trip:
The Bagel Shop - took me ages to find it...nice picturesque place !
The grand architecture of CST !(DAY)
(NIGHT)
A church I saw on one of my long taxi rides.
Parsi buildings :)
Couldn't believe this was Bombay !Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Top Ten Tuesday
So, I'm just sitting here doing nothing, and I happen to stumble across this blog - A White Picket Fence. The first post I read is this and I am very inspired (read bored with no great work) to do one of my own ! So here it is:
Top Ten Life Essentials (as in what would you bring to a deserted island):
1. My dear S, the fella, that is !
2. books, books and more books.
3. Some magazines, when I'm in the mood for light reading - Cosmo, Lonely planet, Vogue et al.
4. My camera, with a lot of extra batteries.
5. A sketch book, pastels and pencils.
6. A blanket (I always feel cold, no matter what)
7. Chocolate (But of course)
Strangely I cant think of anything else. Doesn't that go to say how little I really need :D *pats back*
I would have added laptop and phone but I suppose they wont work on an island so I didn't !
Top Ten Life Essentials (as in what would you bring to a deserted island):
1. My dear S, the fella, that is !
2. books, books and more books.
3. Some magazines, when I'm in the mood for light reading - Cosmo, Lonely planet, Vogue et al.
4. My camera, with a lot of extra batteries.
5. A sketch book, pastels and pencils.
6. A blanket (I always feel cold, no matter what)
7. Chocolate (But of course)
Strangely I cant think of anything else. Doesn't that go to say how little I really need :D *pats back*
I would have added laptop and phone but I suppose they wont work on an island so I didn't !
Friday, March 25, 2011
A sketch a day
So I got really inspired by the student blogs of the college I've applied to and decided to do a sketch a day. If not a sketch atleast somethign. So the last four days, this is what I've been upto.
MONDAY
TUESDAY
THURSDAY
Good fun !Thursday, March 24, 2011
Inspiration Thursdays
I am inspired by these adorable recipe tea towels :) :)
Wouldn't they just be PERFECT in my kitchen !!!Found them on www.mozi.com.au
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
This one is Work in Progress.
I am really enjoying working with dry pastels.
Monday, March 21, 2011
Look what I got
So my mom was cleaning out her stuff, and since she no longer wears jewelery regularly, she gave me all her silver jewelery.
I was jumping with joy and am now waiting for an occasion to wear it.
Take a look.
click on the picture for a better view
The bangle was given to me by my m-i-l to be ! It is a family heirloom I suppose :) really pretty.The two earrings in the second photo (first row) I bought from Colaba. They are the only ones of the lot that aren't silver. The rest my mom got from Jaipur. I am totally in love with the ring. :)
The Book Tag
I stole this tag from Crimson Shadows. It seemed rather interesting, and I suppose I'll have fun doing it.
1. Favorite childhood book? I'm trying to remember the first book I read, I can see the illustrations but the name eludes me. So I'll go with Daddy Long-Legs by Jean Webster.
2. What are you reading right now? 1984 by George Orwell for my book club meet.
3. Bad book habit? Hoarding and hoarding and not reading.
4. Do you have an e-reader? Nope. And I don't think I will buy one anytime soon. I just love the feel of a book in my hands, to turn pages.
5. Do you prefer to read one book at a time or several at once? I have always wante to try reading more than one book at a time. Maybe I will someday.
6. Have your reading habits changed since starting a blog? Since the internet, YES ! I read far too less than I would like to.
7. Least favorite book you read this year (so far)? The year just started and I've finished just one book which I really liked. So I'll pass.
8. Favorite book you’ve read this year? None this year. Outliers from last.
9. How often do you read out of your comfort zone? Not too often. I tried non-fiction for the first time last year. Outliers. Loved it to bits.
10. What is your reading comfort zone? Indian fiction. I relate to Indian authors more than anything else.
11. Can you read on the bus? Bus. train. plane.
12. Favorite place to read? Anywhere with good lighting. and a gentle breeze.
13. What is your policy on book lending? I am not a fan of lending. I would wriggle my way out of it if I could.
14. Do you ever dog-ear books? No. I have my pretty bookmarks. And I usually remember the page number.
15. Do you ever write in the margins of your books? No. i like to keep my books clean and spotless. I only write my name on the first page, that too in pencil.
16. Not even with text books? Of course I write in text books. Doesn't everyone? But even that can't be scribbles. All neat and tidy notes. Straight lines for underlining.
17. What is your favorite language to read in? English. I haven't really tried any other language. I would love to be able to read French. and Urdu. and Bengali.
18. What makes you love a book? Characters, specially if I can relate to them, or they have something common with me. Same goes for the story.
19. What will inspire you to recommend a book? How much I loved it.
20. Favorite genre? Fiction. preferably Indian.
21. Genre you rarely read (but wish you did?) Non-fiction. I tried one and now plan to read more of it.
22. Favorite biography? I can't remember the last one I read.
23. Have you ever read a self-help book? Yup. Just for fun.
24. Most inspirational book you’ve read this year (fiction or non-fiction)? I haven't finished it yet, but I'm sure it will fall under this category - The Suitable Boy.
25. Favorite reading snack? I couldn't get my hands greasy. It would ruin my book.
26. Name a case in which hype ruined your reading experience. Hmmm. Eat Pray Love.
27. How often do you agree with critics about a book? I hardly read book reviews.
28. How do you feel about giving bad/negative reviews? If the book is bad, its bad. Positive criticism is really helpful.
29. If you could read in a foreign language, which language would you chose? French
30. Most intimidating book you’ve ever read? The Alchemy of Desire.
31. Most intimidating book you’re too nervous to begin? Atlas Shrugged.
32. Favorite Poet? No favorite as such. But I like a few by Yeats, Wordsworth and Vikram Seth.
33. Favorite fictional character? Still deciding.
34. Favorite fictional villain? Umm, can't think of one.
35. Books I’m most likely to bring on vacation? Whatever I'm currently reading.
36. The longest I’ve gone without reading. Months. and I'm ashamed.
37. Name a book that you could/would not finish. Thankfully I haven't given up on any yet.
38. What distracts you easily when you’re reading? The darn internet.
39. Favorite film adaptation of a novel? Harry Potter. though I can't really say as I haven't read the books. So, Pride and Prejudice.
40. Most disappointing film adaptation? Love Story.
41. The most money I’ve ever spent in the bookstore at one time? Maybe 5-600. I don't buy in bulk. Specially coz I have a huge unread collection at home, so I feel too guilty to buy more.
42. How often do you skim a book before reading it? Rarely. I usually know what I want. 43. What would cause you to stop reading a book half-way through? Dull, dreary writing.
44. Do you like to keep your books organized? Yes. All read books go into one shelf.
45. Do you prefer to keep books or give them away once you’ve read them? I hoard.
46. Are there any books you’ve been avoiding? A Fine Balance. It's lying on my desk, but the sheer size of the book is overwhelming.
47. Name a book that made you angry. The Kite Runner. Angry and sad.
48. A book you didn’t expect to like but did? Outliers.
49. A book that you expected to like but didn’t? The Middleman. Didn't like it too much.
50. Favorite guilt-free, pleasure reading? Hmmm...Fashion magazines I would say.
1. Favorite childhood book? I'm trying to remember the first book I read, I can see the illustrations but the name eludes me. So I'll go with Daddy Long-Legs by Jean Webster.
2. What are you reading right now? 1984 by George Orwell for my book club meet.
3. Bad book habit? Hoarding and hoarding and not reading.
4. Do you have an e-reader? Nope. And I don't think I will buy one anytime soon. I just love the feel of a book in my hands, to turn pages.
5. Do you prefer to read one book at a time or several at once? I have always wante to try reading more than one book at a time. Maybe I will someday.
6. Have your reading habits changed since starting a blog? Since the internet, YES ! I read far too less than I would like to.
7. Least favorite book you read this year (so far)? The year just started and I've finished just one book which I really liked. So I'll pass.
8. Favorite book you’ve read this year? None this year. Outliers from last.
9. How often do you read out of your comfort zone? Not too often. I tried non-fiction for the first time last year. Outliers. Loved it to bits.
10. What is your reading comfort zone? Indian fiction. I relate to Indian authors more than anything else.
11. Can you read on the bus? Bus. train. plane.
12. Favorite place to read? Anywhere with good lighting. and a gentle breeze.
13. What is your policy on book lending? I am not a fan of lending. I would wriggle my way out of it if I could.
14. Do you ever dog-ear books? No. I have my pretty bookmarks. And I usually remember the page number.
15. Do you ever write in the margins of your books? No. i like to keep my books clean and spotless. I only write my name on the first page, that too in pencil.
16. Not even with text books? Of course I write in text books. Doesn't everyone? But even that can't be scribbles. All neat and tidy notes. Straight lines for underlining.
17. What is your favorite language to read in? English. I haven't really tried any other language. I would love to be able to read French. and Urdu. and Bengali.
18. What makes you love a book? Characters, specially if I can relate to them, or they have something common with me. Same goes for the story.
19. What will inspire you to recommend a book? How much I loved it.
20. Favorite genre? Fiction. preferably Indian.
21. Genre you rarely read (but wish you did?) Non-fiction. I tried one and now plan to read more of it.
22. Favorite biography? I can't remember the last one I read.
23. Have you ever read a self-help book? Yup. Just for fun.
24. Most inspirational book you’ve read this year (fiction or non-fiction)? I haven't finished it yet, but I'm sure it will fall under this category - The Suitable Boy.
25. Favorite reading snack? I couldn't get my hands greasy. It would ruin my book.
26. Name a case in which hype ruined your reading experience. Hmmm. Eat Pray Love.
27. How often do you agree with critics about a book? I hardly read book reviews.
28. How do you feel about giving bad/negative reviews? If the book is bad, its bad. Positive criticism is really helpful.
29. If you could read in a foreign language, which language would you chose? French
30. Most intimidating book you’ve ever read? The Alchemy of Desire.
31. Most intimidating book you’re too nervous to begin? Atlas Shrugged.
32. Favorite Poet? No favorite as such. But I like a few by Yeats, Wordsworth and Vikram Seth.
33. Favorite fictional character? Still deciding.
34. Favorite fictional villain? Umm, can't think of one.
35. Books I’m most likely to bring on vacation? Whatever I'm currently reading.
36. The longest I’ve gone without reading. Months. and I'm ashamed.
37. Name a book that you could/would not finish. Thankfully I haven't given up on any yet.
38. What distracts you easily when you’re reading? The darn internet.
39. Favorite film adaptation of a novel? Harry Potter. though I can't really say as I haven't read the books. So, Pride and Prejudice.
40. Most disappointing film adaptation? Love Story.
41. The most money I’ve ever spent in the bookstore at one time? Maybe 5-600. I don't buy in bulk. Specially coz I have a huge unread collection at home, so I feel too guilty to buy more.
42. How often do you skim a book before reading it? Rarely. I usually know what I want. 43. What would cause you to stop reading a book half-way through? Dull, dreary writing.
44. Do you like to keep your books organized? Yes. All read books go into one shelf.
45. Do you prefer to keep books or give them away once you’ve read them? I hoard.
46. Are there any books you’ve been avoiding? A Fine Balance. It's lying on my desk, but the sheer size of the book is overwhelming.
47. Name a book that made you angry. The Kite Runner. Angry and sad.
48. A book you didn’t expect to like but did? Outliers.
49. A book that you expected to like but didn’t? The Middleman. Didn't like it too much.
50. Favorite guilt-free, pleasure reading? Hmmm...Fashion magazines I would say.
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Spring 2011
Loved these two dresses from the Spring collection of Elie Saab !
Ah, now only if I had a red carpet event to attend !
Images courtesy Style.com
Images courtesy Style.comSaturday, March 12, 2011
New Paintings
Last week I ended up not painting at all. So today when I woke up I was all charged up and ended up making a painting in just one hour. Now I'm about to start on another one and quite pleased with myself.
These are some of the paintings I made in the last few weeks.
And this is what I did today:
Glee :) :) :)
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