DIYs and Crafts

Green Birthday Invitation – Make your own Handmade Greeting Card from Recycled Paper

August 13, 2009 Filed Under: DIYs and Crafts By Ishrath Humairah 10 Comments

Here is a little tutorial to get you and your kid excited on making the simplest handmade paper greeting cards for any special occasion that is comming your way:

A Lovely Set of Ecofriendly – Handmade Greeting Cards made from Recycled Paper

We had a lovely time cutting paper, pasting the boats, tying the bows and so much more. Nothing can be more satisfying than having to do little things with children. It is amazing to see how much a 2-yr old tiny tot learns and absorbs while trying to help. This card making had many lessons for kids ranging from colors, textures, shapes, motor skills, to much more.

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Merry Organic Christmas – DIY Exotic Woodroses Wreath

December 22, 2008 Filed Under: DIYs and Crafts By Ishrath Humairah 1 Comment

Learn how to make this lovely and exotic dry woodroses wreath, this Christmas. TreeSouls has an eco-living section that shows us how to make this interesting wreath using household junk and dried flowers.

Organic wreath made of woodroses

Woodroses are beautiful yellow flowers that when left to dry on the plant, they become strong wood-accented flowers. My mother has an amazing collection of woodroses as she plants the creeper whereever possible. The bright yellow flowers are indeed a sight to behold. The dried flowers are as exotic and unique as antiques.

Check out this link for step-by-step instructions on creating your very own wreath for your door or your dinner table. Wishing you all a merry & eco-friendly Christmas.

Recipie – Tomato Chutney in a Jiffy

November 15, 2008 Filed Under: DIYs and Crafts By Ishrath Humairah Leave a Comment

There are a hundred ways to make that quinnsential tomato chutney/ dip. This is our emergency lip smacking fix – a life saver.

All Time Chutneys - Tomatoes Tempered in India Spices

All Time Chutneys - Tomatoes Tempered in Indian Spices

4 Red Tomatoes – chopped/ squashed
1 Onion – sliced
Cumin seeds
Red Chillies
Curry Leaves
Ginger + Garlic
Salt (as per taste)
Coriander leaves.

Heat oil. Add red chillies, cumin, curry leaves for tempering. To this tadka, add onions and ginger garlic paste and tomaotes. Add salt. Stir well. Garnish with coriander leaves.
Serve with other dishes.

Flowers Floating in Water

November 9, 2008 Filed Under: DIYs and Crafts By Ishrath Humairah Leave a Comment

Floating Flowers - Another soul warmer

Like different colored flowers, varied hues of different flowers can strike a winning combination.
Can we now light up the floating candles please?

Bridal Henna – Mehendi For the Indian Bride

November 9, 2008 Filed Under: DIYs and Crafts By Ishrath Humairah 1 Comment

Intricate mehendi pattern on to-be-bride's hands

Intricate mehendi pattern on the bride-to-be

No wedding in India is complete without this. There are many tips and tricks for making the color appear real red and deep. My time tested formula is: After the mehendi is applied (at night). Let it dry. Dont worry if the flakes keep falling off. Take care not to touch water. Sleep well. Wash your hands in the morning. This works for me.

Some women have used clove oil, sugar syrup and have tried many stunts that work best for them. Ask me how!