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I’m always picking up new hobbies, and people often call me inconsistent. But I see it differently. I’m searching for my tribe. Hobby Box is a series that brings together creative, curious multipotentialites who love exploring many interests. Join the tribe. 

#hobbies #multipotentialite #multipassionate #hobbybox #hobby
Having more than one hobby reminds you that you’re a human being, not a single label. You don’t have to be “just one thing” growth lives in exploration. When you explore different skills, you give yourself permission to evolve. Multiple hobbies aren’t distractions, they’re investments in your mental and emotional well-being. Passion compounds. What you learn in one hobby often strengthens another. The more you learn, the more confident you become in starting anything new. A curious mind never gets stuck, it keeps moving forward. Life feels richer when you allow yourself to try, fail, and try again.
So come join this bandwagon of learning a new hobby every month 🙂

#HobbyIdeas #projectideas2026 #multipotentialite
"From My Blog'" Series 
Today, I am excited to showcase a very beautiful eclectic home of Ruma Ghosh @nayantaralove  She hails from a North-east state but currently lives in a penthouse in Greater Noida. 
I know, you want to see and know more about this beautiful abode, you can head to my blog to check out the complete home tour which was published on 7th November 2014 (almost 11 years ago) The link is in bio. 
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#hometour #housetour #indianhome #IndianDecor #northeast #decor
Let's name these cute pebble birds 🙂
This summer, make a difference by creating an urban oasis for birds. Placing a birdbath or a pot filled with water on your balcony or terrace is a simple yet meaningful way to help these voiceless creatures.

#diy #birdbath #summer #pebble #pebbleart #handpainted #trendingart #keepwaterforbirds
Starting the "From My Blog'" series and the first category is "Home Tours". 
Sharing today Shalu Prasad's traditional and tranquil south Indian home in Bengaluru, Karnataka which was the first home that I featured on my blog and is my favourite. Shalu is a self-taught artist and a homemaker, with a keen eye for fine, ethnic art and has the intrinsic ability to convert a plain house into a tasteful warm, earthy place to call a “home”. It's a home filled with character, vibrancy, and a visual treat. 
To read the entire blog go to my blog "Design Decor And Disha" and search Home Tours

Image 1,2,3,4,5: Very beautiful, warm, bright and lively corners of the living room.
Image 6: Sun kissed kitchen corner.
Image 7,8: Studio where she creates magic.
Image 9,10: Relaxing and serene garden.

#hometour
#housetour #southindianhome #traditionalhome #IndianDecor #indianhome
Here's a list of my favourite indoor plants. There are more that I haven't mentioned here. You can read all about growing and caring indoor plants on my blog. There's a video too. Sharing the link below. Also, adding the link in the story.
https://designdecoranddisha.com/best-indian-indoor-plants/
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#indoorplant #indoorplantclub
#bestindoorplants #plantsmakepeoplehappy #plantslovers 

How many indoor plants do you have?
January ki yaadon ka pitara. 
The very first day of the new year began with lots of fun and adventurous activities. It felt like reliving my childhood, filling me with positive energy and enthusiasm.
The second week of the month brought an opportunity I had never even dreamt of. My son's hard work earned us the chance to attend a prestigious and memorable event in New Delhi, celebrating the 150th foundation day of the India Meteorological Department. The highlight of the event was the presence of the Honourable Prime Minister, Mr. Narendra Modi. Another unforgettable moment was exploring Bharat Mandapam and admiring its grandeur. Though Delhi was freezing cold at the time, and I faced some health issues, overall, it was an incredible trip.
The last week of January was spent at home, relaxing and enjoying my favorite activities—painting and upcycling. Mold had ruined my sneakers, so I painted them, giving them a new lease on life.

That sums up my eventful January. Now, I am ready to create beautiful and cherished memories in February!

#January #januaryroundup
#memories #instagood #2025 #explorepage
My sneakers were in pretty bad shape, but I couldn’t bring myself to throw them away. I started looking for inspiration to give them a new life through painting. That’s when the universe stepped in, showing me a random reel where people were praising the movie Maara. Intrigued, I headed straight to Prime Video to watch it. The movie captivated me for two reasons: Maddy's (R. Madhavan) charm and the breathtaking animation and wall paintings that tell a beautiful fish story.
That was the inspiration I needed! The very next day, I picked up my brushes and began painting my sneakers. At first, I was nervous—could I do justice to the stunning artwork in the movie? But I kept going, and after 12 hours of painting, I ended up with something truly magical.

Now, I really want to ask @actormaddy if I’ve done a decent job recreating the Maara paintings. 

What do you guys think? Also, would you like a full YouTube tutorial on how to paint leather shoes?

#sneakerspainting #shoepainting #painting #maara #leatherpainting #madhavan #maddy #diy #acrylicpainting #artreels #artistofinstagram #handpaintedshoes #sneakersworld #customshoes #sneakerartist
Do you love hoarding cardboard boxes but aren't sure what to do with them? Well, here's an idea: turn them into a beautiful picture frame! This way, you not only repurpose the cardboard but also end up with a stunning piece of art. It's a win-win situation!
P.S - Only corrugated cardboard box can be used for this diy. In the end, I used gold spray paint, you can use your choice of color to paint the frame or paint it in rainbow 🌈 colors 🙂

Do you want some more cardboard craft ideas?
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#diy #cardboardcrafts #recycle #reuse #reuserecycle #pictureframe #craftreels #artreels #throwbackwednesday
2024 has been an eventful year! I'm looking forward to learning more skills in 2025.

In 2000, I was in an accident while driving my father's car and developed amaxophobia. I couldn’t drive after that, no matter how hard I tried. This year, I was determined and adamant about overcoming this fear. And yes, I did it! 🙂

I was so busy with work and family that I couldn’t find time for my hobbies. But this year, I resolved to prioritize myself and revisit my hobbies. I learned watercolor and plein air painting—and yes, I did it! 🙂

Learning new skills is my favorite thing to do, and 2024 was no different. I not only learned bookbinding and created many sketchbooks and journals, but I also experimented with different binding styles. Yes, I did it! 🙂

It’s not just about learning new skills—I strive to perfect them. This year, I mastered candle-making and even created an informative course on it. I’m proud to share that some of my learners now run their own small candle-making businesses. Yes, I did it! 🙂

I want to learn as many languages as I can in this lifetime. I’ve been learning a language for the past two years, but this year, I made considerable progress. All thanks to @duolingo and @duolingo_india, it was so convenient to learn a new language from the comfort of my home, anytime I wanted. Yes, I did it! 🙂

Wishing you all a very Happy 2025!
May the new year bring you growth, learning, and achievements.

English translation of the slide 9 
Hi, I am Disha. I love learning new skills. This year I learned a little bit of french. So, I will sing a french song, let me know how it was. Swipe to listen to the song.

Slide 10 song - La vie en rose 

#2024 #2025 #achievements #learnings #NewYear #recap2024 #newskills
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Check out the website's new look and the trendy crochet products I recently added. The good news is that there is 20% off everything. Here's my online store link: https://designdecoranddisha.com/shop/ Disha Mishra Dubey #crochet #crochetbusiness #buycrochetfashion

Crochet hair accessories and bangles to rock your navratri outfit. . #crochet #crochetaddict #crochetjewelry #crochetgajra #navratrijewellery

The second episode of the Crochet in "Hobby Box" Series is out. Let's learn about crochet hooks and yarn. Let me know if you have any questions! https://youtu.be/65CtjTP_yJw?si=sSBzsWuFblPGQ1qW #crochet #NewHobby #crochettutorial

Here's a free course for you all to learn basic and advanced macrame knots. This playlist also has two videos that showcase how these knots can be used in macrame projects. https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL92V10d6rdFATGBLInM_YnaZLXSKCbSox&si=0gl2zmI5o5tORm7V #freecourses #macrametutorial #macrame

Hobby Box series has begun. If you want to pick a new hobby then do not miss this series. The very first hobby that I am gonna teach you is CROCHET. The first episode is out. Here's the link https://youtu.be/VfOSTkwzotA #crochet #CrochetGuide #newhobby

Shubh Janmashtami 🙏🏻 Crocheted Bal Krishna and what can be a better occasion than Janmashtami to show you all my cute crochet Kanha and Radha. Jagat mein sabse sundar kaun? #Crochet #Janmashtami #Krishna #Kanha #Radha

Some things deserve a second chance. ❤️ This old hair buckle belonged to my mother-in-law. The top was lost, but I couldn't bring myself to discard it. So, with a little crochet and a lot of love, I gave it a new life with interchangeable rosebuds to match different outfits. Because sometimes, a makeover is not just about the object… it’s about preserving the memories and choices attached to it. How do you like this transformation? #Crochet #CrochetLove #CrochetInspiration #DIYCrafts #UpcyclingIdeas SustainableCrafts HandmadeWithLove SlowCraft CreativeDIY CraftIdeas HandmadeIndia IndianCrafts HobbyDobby DIYIdeas SustainableLiving

Crochet Gajra to go with the bangles that I crocheted yesterday. It was indeed a quick crochet project. Do you like this colour combination. What other colour combination should I try? #crochet #crochetgajra #crochetbangles #crochetinspiration

Complete Crochet Guide for Beginners Part - 4 https://designdecoranddisha.com/crochet-for-beginners-4-crochet-basics/