Crochet Craft and Granny Squares

Most easy and versatile, multipurpose crochet patterns Crochet craft belongs to the 17th-19th century, its an Old French/English craft. It was used to make fabric, with interlocking loops of yarn thread, strands, or other similar materials (wires, fabric) by using metal hooks called crochet hooks.  They come in different diameters ranging from 2.0 mm to […]

Painting: Relaxing and Stress Relieving Activity That can Condition Brain Positively

Emotional release like painting can help you relax, forget your worries and rejuvenate you effectively! Artistic and creative activities as painting, gardening, music can sooth and nurture stressed brain and may help it relax and rejuvenate in a way, that it is recharged again, to perform some complex decisioning actions in daily life. Oil painting […]

Kashmir in My Home

Never been to Kashmir. Seen it through movies. Heard in the conversation of travel enthusiasts. Kashmiri Embroidery rug in my home is my favorite. It is embellished with Kashmiri embroidery called KashidaKari. The colorful threads and exquisite needlework handicraft makes it valuable and precious. Purchased this beautiful piece from Kashmiri stall in Pragati Maidan Trade […]

Embroidery : A Forgotten Craft to Teach Eye -Hand Coordination, Concentration and Fine Motor Skills

Ancient Craft to refine motor skills Embroidery is a very ancient art practiced by people in country sides of all over world and has origins in China and near East. Sewing actually gave way to fine skill of embroidery. People used this craft to consume time effectively and tastefully to decorate the clothing and house […]

Artforms: Thoughts of Creative and Ignited Minds That Need Expression and a Medium

Emotional Release in a Creative form Artforms are expressions, they are emotions that are released in different forms and styles. There are variety of ways for outflow talent. Artists pour their ideas and thoughts through one or the other platforms as painting, singing, dancing, writing and so on. That is why with conviction we can […]

The Evolution of Persian Paintings To Miniature Paintings of Moghul Era

A unique Blend of Indian Art, Persian Culture and Islamic Colors Moghul dynasty which was originated in Northern India in 16th to Mid 18th century was founded by Moghul Emperor Babur (1526–1530), a Central Asian ruler of Turkish-Mongol descent. Let’s go through the evolution of Persian paintings to miniature paintings of Mogul era, to understand […]

Embroidery Stitches: Ancient Craft With Fabric, Threads, Color and Imagination

Needle craft Embroidery is an ancient craft that can be easily worked upon by mere imagination and patience. It just needs a passion to create fine handicraft utilizing your talent and precious time. There are numerous stitches that may be used to embellish a fabric and enhance its beauty! Embroidery Stitches: Ancient Craft With Fabric, […]

Creative Oil Spills

By Creative oil spills, I refer to the acrylic paints synthetic oil colors and other product of liquid petroleum hydrocarbon, such as oil medium, that is spilled on my canvas, during my canvas creations. This creative activity do not disturb the surroundings, unlike the ocean oil spills that disturbs and alters the natural balance between environment […]