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The Most Searched List of Giftable Items This Season!

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  Gifts have been doing the rounds this season, especially with so many festivals and celebrations in place! It is without a doubt that there will always be a surplus demand for giftable and products that serve a purpose that cannot be avoided in the list. But what makes the perfect gift? Here are a few points to consider: Look for long-term engagement, not short-term enjoyment. Recipients fully find satisfaction in gifts when it is something they can use, not something that’s only for a sensational reveal. It’s always better considered to buy lots of people the same well thought out present than to give everyone individual gifts that wouldn't meet their expectation. While we tend to go down the road that thinks giving unique gifts is always better, the fact is that the recipients don’t care much about that. Go ahead and re-gift without shame. Studies indicate that most people don't take offense when their gifts are re-gifted...

Tanjore Paintings: Wow Reasons why the Artform Still Fascinates!

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    Of all the South Indian painting forms, Thanjavur's style of painting is probably one of the most popular and classical forms of art for all the right reasons. Native to Thanjavur, which is also known as Tanjore in Tamil Nadu, this great southern art form took its inspiration way back in time. Its origin is said to be traced back to around 1600 AD. It is said that their dense artistic work along with the vibrancy of the various colors coupled with the rich surface makes these Thanjavur paintings highly distinct from almost all other forms of Indian paintings. It goes without a doubt that Tanjore paintings hold a very rich heritage and was a treasured possession of the Nayakas of Thanjavur and were proudly introduced by the Chola Dynasty in the 16th century, under the supreme reign of Vijayanagar Rayas. Nowadays, these paintings have even become a delicate but dedicated part of the souvenirs held high on several festive occasions. But these aren't the only reasons tha...

Top 6 Reasons to gift handicrafts and their positive Vibes!

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Gifting options have become overly exaggerated these days. And not many prefer to go down the road of presenting a product that is authentic or handmade, making them very much under-rated. However, handicrafts hold their significance in so many brilliant ways. Firstly, items like ordinary rugs, simple jewelry, basic hand-carved wood, and ceramics all bring unique representations. They all have the power to tell a story when they are made by hand. They represent the identity and effort of the people that made them and give us a picture to perceive and paint. They are a source of pride and possession, of value and character along with a bag load of rich traditions.  Secondly, it is noteworthy that authentic handicrafts are made of indigenous raw materials and are rare in their truest form. This then allows for the artisan to source certain raw materials that are required and thus creates a secondary market and demand for most products like woods, natural dyes, textiles, and gemstones...