Few festivals in India can match the gaiety and enthusiasm of a Ganesh Utsav! Also known as Ganesh Chathurthi, this festival celebrates the elephant-headed deity, Ganesh. While this festival is celebrated differently in different regions, the most ardent celebration is seen in Maharashtra, particularly in Mumbai. Ganesh Chathurthi is a ten day festival, where idols […]
7 Creative and Budget-friendly Gift Wrap Ideas
‘Tis the season for hot cocoa, warm blankets, decorated trees and of course, beautifully wrapped gifts! These days most people are trying to make festivals more about the spirit of giving and gratitude, rather than blatant commercialism. The result is an awareness for more DIY gifts, or green gifts that are easy on the environment. […]
Celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi
Officially the festivities have started! Yes, the next two months is going to be filled with occasions to splurge on new things, get the house cleaned yet again and indulge in gaining weight that I have successfully lost in the past few months. At least I won’t be guilty of putting on more weight, I’ll […]