Customised you say?

More often than not when I find myself interacting with clients at exhibitions - the one question I almost always get asked is - can you custom make it? And when they hear you say yes, you can almost see their eyes light up.

Makes you wonder what it is about customisation that makes people go that way. Is it about it making you feel special? Have you ever been gifted something custom made and felt the excitement? I remember, this one time, when Mr. J (read the hub) gifted me a lil something for my neck - with lil pearls, that equalled my age. I still remember feeling elated and on top of the moon - just cause it made me feel so special and it made me feel that he cared enough to take the pains of getting it made for me. 

I guess it's that moment we wish to create with our surprises and lil custom made gifts. We hope it makes the person feel as special as they truly are for us. Well, just so you know and if already did know, then just to remind you, that yes we do custom make almost anything for your special someone. Some of our best sellers in custom made include - custom made lamps, beanies (yes we are back with em), scarves, clocks, iPad and laptop sleeves, bags/clutches and so on. If you need a gift package done of their favourites, we could help you create that too. Just shout out to us with a theme and let's create some magic. 

Here are a couple of pix of the lamps we have done :))

Oh btw, if you haven't already, do also look up our website www.dashofbling.in to check out some of our existing designs :)

It's been about this and that..but we are back

Waking up every morning for the last few months, I kept promising myself to write some long pending blogs. Clearly the part of my brain loving designing always won over the writer one and I would succumb to creating something new. 

Well, time's been zipping through and Dash of Bling's growing into something so fine, it's super exciting and challenging at the same time. Will leave with you with a little peek of what's really gone on while I've been missing from here :) 

The Daaru pouf 

The super fun drinking game close up

The drinking game: sure to have you spinning by the end of it 

We all have friends who this would be perfect for 

Oh and yes, we think alcohol does lend itself to some crazy quirky stuff but we have tonnes more besides 'Daaru' stuff too, I promise :) More up super soon! 

A brief course in bartending

Does your idea of adding colour to the evening entail some colourful drinks? Then this latest offering is the one for you. A set of bartending coasters with quick fix recipes to help you get those slurpy cocktails now at home. Oh and I am sure you realize how perfect they are for gifting to all our alcohol loving buddies ;) Cheers

Helping Santa

As the festive season kicks in and as Secret Santa's got many spending more time at gift shops figuring the most ideal gift, Dash of Bling has been busy helping Santa pick the right gifts. 


Transforming the seemingly 'impersonal gifts' into 'completely for me', that's what some of the customised prezzies have been doing. Right from the yumm chocolate picture frames to the 3D themed cakes, the idea is to get the perfect 'Woaaaa' reaction. 

I promise you won't be spending half as much time figuring out the perfect gift. Contact dashofbling@gmail.com for more ideas.

Rest assured, your 'Christ Child' will definitely be hoping you're their Santa again ;) Merry Christmas

Shot therapy!!

Downing shots is always associated with friends, loud cheer and celebrations. Many a games end with both the winners and losers downing shots as penalty. While the event is the real star of the evening, why not let the shot glasses also have a small say...


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These aren't the final printed glasses



Bean me!!

Bean bags seem to be the biggest delight these days. The comfort of sinking into one, with a book in hand, especially on a lazy afternoon lies unmatched. Not only that, they make for the most ideal gifts for friends and loved ones across occasions.

I had gifted one to my hub and then worked on a similar one for a client. The positive reactions are what really prompted me to make one for my lil sis who had been wanting one for the longest time. Ofcourse I had the freedom to choose the character and design since it was a prezzie and that made things easier :P 

I narrowed down on a Garfield beanie. Garfield with his 'witty one liners' and 'care a darn attitude' seemed to perfectly reflect my sister's take on life. Will let her feedback and reaction, do the rest of the talking :)

Oh and coming soon; a bean bag design paying a 'tribute to MJ', a 'my fav rock bands' beanie and a 'pumpkin' one too. 

Celebrations Galore...a gallery

People are constantly grappling with ways to make it special for their loved ones on the occasions that matter. The basic cakes and balloons are a thing of the past. It's all about customization and uniqueness. So while it's a set of shooter glasses for some with their favourite characters on it, it's making headlines on the front page of the daily for the others and of course Dash of Bling is there to bring it all together. So go on and savour the look.

Angry Bird shooter glasses

Customized newspaper done for a birthday with personal
messages on page 2

Cake done as a surprise for the inauguration of a boutique

Birthday cake done for a father who's always on the phone ;)

A newly married wife's cake for her husband on his birthday

A few words on the great Stewie Griffin

'Stewie Griffin' from the Family guy is the breakout character in the series and seems to be the love of the season and that's evident with me wrapping up my second assignment of the the Stewie bean bag and mug. 



I guess it's the quirkiness of the character that has most glued to the show. On one hand this infant has Einstein like brains and can build time machines, while on the other, he finds it difficult to even use the toilet seat. To add to that, the accentuated Brit accent with his shrill tones of excitement only add to the laugh out loud moments. I guess that's what makes people want to have him on their mugs, beanies etc to remind them of those mad moments. Of course it always makes for a great memorabilia.

What's been cooking lately

The season of celebrations has had me working on a few exciting cake orders along with a couple of other things. 

The Ravan cake was done for my dearest brother who was a part of the team that successfully completed and launched the film Ra.one. The cake was a small gesture to show the family's appreciation of his hard work and to appreciate the blockbuster opening of the film. 

The Karnataka shaped cake was more of a corporate order done by a team belonging to the Karnataka region celebrating their success. 

Both the themes were a delicious hit :) 

Stories in felt

There's a lot that can be said about you just by what you adorn. I guess that’s what makes us want to find just the right thing to walk around with, the thing that says, ‘this is me’. Ofcourse, that said, guess it's the most difficult part. To get something you love, in the colour you love, with the motifs you love almost seems like wishing for the stars, barring when you hit Dash of Bling ;)

The latest offerings are some fun stories woven in felt. The theme showcased being buntings.These bunting bag designs called Kimi wristlets make for perfect carry along to those lazy brunches, dinners or even those fancy get togethers. And if work’s on your mind, team these up and complete the look with the fun IPad covers and pouches.

Kimi wristlets 

Ipad cases

Personalized pouch for jewellery, make up, stationary 

What’s more, these can be made to order in your preference of colours and the designs too can be altered. All you need to do is share the story you want felted. So order yours before the collection flies away :)

Of quilted dreams and more

My bedroom is my den. After a long day at work, or when the weather gets chilly, or when its pouring outside, the one thing I find myself longing for, is my quilt. During my university days in London, I remember having a duvet cover which I specifically had, cause it reminded me of home. Not only that, I still have my favourite quilt which I love to use when I go visit my parents. 

Quilts have always had something about them, some warmth besides the literal one which makes them very personal and comforting. And that’s really the latest offering from Dash of Bling; ofcourse with a difference.  That’s right, these can be customized to suit your needs in terms of colour, fabric, designs, size etc. and that’s not just for you adults but also for the little ones.

These range of quilts and rugs are perfect for ‘soon to be parents’ or even young parents who am sure have a huge wish list for the ideal room décor for their kids. Oh and these can also be customized to have the baby’s name and birthdate on it.

So go ahead and bring out that designer in you :)

Quilted for the boys :)

Train patchwork quilt

quilt with the baby's name on it

Printed striped quilt

Patchwork rug

Patchwork rug for the boys

Floral rug in aqua and green

Garden themed rug

The Hub's Birthday

My hub was in love with the show 'Family Guy' and of course his favourite character being, the little baby with a big mission - Stewie. One would often spot him impersonating the 'crazy stewie manner of talking' and of course there would be no missing out on a single episode. Naturally, that became my inspiration for his birthday gifts. 

To add to this, I got a caricature of us done to bring alive the humour we shared in our relationship and of course bunged in the must have balloons. All this, set up in a hotel room which I had secretly booked for us to enjoy a quiet little get away over the weekend :)