The closest I’ve ever been to India is eating a korma (and that probably wasn’t even that authentic!) but I’d love to go to one of the markets and be surrounded by traditional Indian craftsmanship.  The colourful fabrics, intricate patterns and great attention to detail make their products so appealing.  There really is nothing like handmade.

Dowry boxes hand painted in Northern India, £95 via Plumo

Indian interior style is as elaborate as their crafts- the use of intricate pattern and strong colour provides endless inspiration…

Above images via Elle Decor India

Although bright, these cushions, above, are in no way garish.  Mix and match colours and textures sympathetically for an exotic result.  I like the uniformity of the picture frames, it helps to keep the room sophisticated rather than childlike.

Above images via Lisa Corti

Image via An Indian Summer

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… is the motto over at Niki Jones and it’s a statement we follow here at Coco Måle too!  Having a home filled with meaningful furniture and home accessories makes it so much more personal to you and your family.  Pieces with a story behind them are special and make great talking points.  How great would it be to be able to say ‘this item was handcrafted in India’, or ‘this was bought on our recent holiday to Africa’ ?

Hand crafted Moroccan Thikria Mirror, was £375 now £190

Niki Jones is a lovely online store full of beautiful home accessories to excite and inspire you. Who wants high street buys when you can have pretty handcrafted pieces like these?

Set of 5 and painted Indian Owl Matrioshkas, £100

Vintage Kantha Quilt, £165

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