Exquisite amulet jewellery from Lai

It's the season for exquisite jewellery and I love this new collection from Lai. 'Amulets, lockets and Talismans' brings to you the traditional secret holders. Keep a lock of hair, a tiny note, anything precious and sacred close to you. Or just use them as jewellery to stand out from the crowd. Here are some of my favorites from the collection.













Drawer ring with secret compartment!





All of the silver pieces are also available in a gold finish. There's a lot more gorgeousness on the site. Go take a look. 

Razia Kunj Handcrafted jewellery

There is only one way that Facebook can trick me into clicking on its ads - show me vibrant Indian jewellery or clothing and I'm done for. The gorgeous temple jewellery from Razia Kunj caught my eye this morning. Showcased on Gaatha, each piece is a treasure. Bright colours, intricate work and the sheer novelty of these earrings and neckpieces makes me want to spend my precious Rs.100 notes. It's perhaps a good thing that these don't come cheap. I'll make Santa pay for them instead.

Here are some of my favourites. Santa, please note.









If you've got money to spend, visit the Razia Kunj shop. Wish I had seen this before demonetisation...

#obsessed : Moroccan jewellery

I saw this image the other day on a post on An Indian Summer blog. And I swear I’ve never felt this way about a piece of jewellery before. I looked through the links on the blog but couldn’t trace the source. So I did what any reasonable person would do. I looked. And looked some more. I wanted to know what this was and how I could get my hands on it.

Nothing turned up.

Those silver medallions haunted my dreams though. It is so weird for me to feel such a strong affinity to something that I couldn’t shake it. Then, brainwave. I did a reverse image search – something that allows you to upload an image and the search engine finds out where else it has been spotted online. I tried several engines, but this one was the most useful.

And you know what? There’s no way this beauty will be mine.

Because this is a Moroccan necklace from the “first half of 1900 made up of many discs engraved silver spiral, punctuated by amber beads.” And it was SOLD for 3000 $ here.

At least I now know what my dream piece of jewellery looks like, so if you see something similar do let me know! You can see more of ‘my type’ of jewellery here on my Pinterest board.

Have you ever been haunted by something you spotted online?

Love…Pondicherry

Pondicherry is a US-based site that has the most gorgeous range of products in their online store. I spend a considerable amount of time repinning stuff from their Pinterest page.

The products on Pondicherry are from “artists and designers inspired by India, as well as other countries in South Asia.”

Pondicherry ships worldwide, so go take a look at their shop. Then, if you have more time on your hands, browse through their Pinterest Boards!

All images credits Pondicherry

Indigo – quality artisanal goods for charity

Have you heard of Indigo? This is a US-based site that works with independent artists in the US and “cop-ops in Africa, South America and Asia who produce beautiful pieces that are made under fair trade conditions.

They have beautiful products from various countries, catalogued under ‘collections’. I am partial to their accessories and jewellery. Take a look.

Acai Seed jewellery from Ecuador, three horn bracelets from India + a candle…

‘Feed’ clutch and silver bracelet from the Hill Tribe in Thailand. The purchase of the FEED 10 bag provides 10 women with job skill training through the UN’s World Food Program.

a gorgeous Lemlem scarf from Ehtiopia + a chunky wood bracelet from India

a gift set for the writer in your life. (Hint, Hint.)

See lots more collections on their website including gift ideas for foodies, special people in your life and for travel/hobbies. Visit Indigo here.

Love…Mary Mercedes

Just when I thought I’ve seen everything that has been done with old saris, I learn something new. Mary Mercedes has a gorgeous collection of bracelets made out of sari fabric called ‘Whirly Wrap Silk Bracelets’. In her own words:

I use hand-dyed, sewn-edged silk ribbons, re-purposed sari silk, my hand-dyed silk ribbons and cords and am adding a new line of leather. Easy-on, easy-off closures with magnets or toggles. No two alike, so fabric hues may vary.

Aren’t these stunning?

For more gorgeous bracelets, visit her Etsy shop.

Images via Mary Mercedes

Indian Myra

I recently heard from the folks at Indian Myra and I’m delighted to feature them on Frangipani Decor. Indian Myra was born “to showcase the sheer beauty of India exemplified through Indian fashion & lifestyle products.” The store (currently ships only to the US but has plans to expand elsewhere soon) indeed has a large range of beautiful jewellery, Indian fashion and lifestyle products.

They have many items on sale as well, some with significant discounts, so if you are looking for Indian jewellery, beautiful clutches or stoles, take a look at the selection at Indian Myra.

Here are some of my favourites.

Indian Myra also has a blog with information on fashion, jewellery and glimpses of their products from their customers. I was especially intrigued by a post on how to wear one sari with many different kind of blouses – you never know when that kind of information might come in handy!

You can also find Indian Myra on Facebook and Pinterest.

Images via Indian Myra.com

Spell bound

Gorgeous vintage Indian jewellery, all the way from Australia. See more of this silver collection here.

Visit Spell here.

All images via Spell’s blog.

Love…Harriet Damave

I’ve known about Harriet Damave for some time, but had not seen much of her lately.  I was therefore delighted to find a photo of her beautiful hand painted porcelain hearts on the Verandah House blog. She paints her porcelain in the traditional Dutch Delft technique using cobalt oxide and a gloss glaze. I love the hearts series but there are a lot of other beautiful things in her store.

Whimsical Brooches

Wall hangings

and necklaces in lots of designs

Don’t forget to check out her other etsy store where she sells fun painted stuff including mugs like the ones below, customised to a photograph you send.

Workshop in Shell Craft Jewellery

Wednesday Wishlist

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Earthworm Ecostore

I love the products featured at Earthworm Ecostore, here in Goa. Take a look at some of their innovative offerings:

Coir baskets

Recycled gutka packet bag from hampi

Beautiful traditional jewellery

Elephant poo stationery

Camel poo stationery, too!

Laundry bags

and the cutest pouches

There’s lots more here. These make lovely gifts for Christmas (or birthdays, or anniversaries, or just-because occasions…)

If you need more information or would like to purchase an item, contact Earthworm directly or let me know.