Going Back to Your Roots

Chintz…. Something you might think of as more suitable for old English grannies.

Think again desi.

The calico cloth print comes from our very own little subcontinent, (really!). Back in the day (and by that we mean the 17th century), the English decided to pilfer yet another good desi idea and make it their own. The English put their own spin on it making it more delicate prints and glazing to give it a sheen. The French then soon followed suit making their own type of chintz called “toile de Jouy” as well as those famous Provencal blue and yellow prints known around the world.

But don’t be fooled. It’s all desi baby. Now designer Kerry Cassill is creating a line of homewares and apparel that reflect this East-West hybrid. The duvets, beach blankets, dresses, and tops, are all influenced by the Indian block print. Purple florals, orange paisleys, and black and white tigers are some of the zippy prints available.

Indus Décor, takes it a step further in desi-style design with their full stock of silk batiks fabrics, wood block cotton prints duvets, silk paintings, and mirrored wall hangings.

Now you can celebrate your roots…. old school.

Kerry Cassill, www.kerrycassill.com

Indus Décor, www.indusdecor.com