KOH-I-NOOR LACQUER BOX and other goodies from #samarkandnewcollection would make really special gifts for Mother's Day! If you haven't visited @livingdna it's a must visit! Alternatively dm me to book a studio visit. Or shop online at www.kalapata.com Other stockists: @sceneshang | @giftslessordinary (at Asia/Singapore)

Do you have a weakness for tiles like me? I can't get enough of these Peranakan tiles in Singapore! • "Art Nouveau’s Majolica Tiles & Pattern Floor Tiles were used in the latter half of the Victorian era in thousands of suburban houses across the British Isles, with designs predominately based on floral motifs. Later, when tiles grew in popularity among the Chinese communities in South East Asia, auspicious Chinese elements were introduced into the motifs. These included the fish, crane, bat, lion, peacock and qilin. Fruit motifs such as the peach, grape, pomegranate and pineapple were widely used in commercial shop houses and Peranakan's Homes. Which today they are commonly known as “Peranakan Tiles & Pattern Floor Tiles." (at Duxton Hill)

What does your home say about you? Do you love collecting bits from your holiday? Share with me! • "A home that contains personal moments, items from travels and pieces that have a story is what makes a house a home. I believe that a home should be filled with art, accessories, furniture and items that you love and have been collected over time." ~ alykhan velji (at Asia/Singapore)

Good Morning Singapore! (at Emerald Hill, Singapore)

Sundays are for walks around Emerald Hill and admiring pretty shophouses. • A shophouse is a vernacular architectural building type that is commonly seen in areas such as urban Southeast Asia. Traditionally shophouses used to be two or three stories high, with a shop on the ground floor for mercantile activity and a residence above the shop. This mixed-use building form characterises the historical centres of most towns and cities in the Southeast Asia region. (at Emerald Hill, Singapore)

Hiya! It's me prancing around in front of a heritage shophouse! . Have you been inside a shophouse? . It's almost the w/end!!!!! What plans do you have? (at Emerald Hill, Singapore)

A little sneak peek from the new collection. . What do you think these are? . These threads have been woven lovingly by the hands of Women, Mother warriors and travelled across oceans. They are stories of hope and women's empowerment and the rich heritage of the kantha tradition from my motherland Bangladesh. (at Asia/Singapore)

BLUE PADMA COASTER| Available online at kalapata.com | @sceneshang | @livingdna | @giftslessordinary | . "There is the mud, and there is the lotus that grows out of the mud. We need the mud in order to make the lotus." ~ Thich Nhat Chan (at Asia/Singapore)

I love the versatility of this pattern! Scroll to the right to see the entire range of the classic Boho print and a typical example of a shophouse (inspiration behind the design and the colour palette). • The Singapura collection celebrates the rich Peranakan heritage and the present-day cultural diversity of Singapore in the form of beautiful, contemporary gift wares and stationery. (at Singapore)

I love Peranakan food. So I though why not share a little bit about it here. • Peranakans, descendants of early Chinese migrants who settled in Penang, Malacca, Singapore and Indonesia inter-marrying with local Malays and combines Chinese, Malay and other influences. • Nonya cooking is the result of blending Chinese ingredients with various distinct spices and cooking techniques used by the Malay/Indonesian community. This gives rise to Peranakan interpretations of Malay/Indonesian food that is similarly tangy, aromatic, spicy and herbal. In other instances, the Peranakans have adopted Malay cuisine as part of their taste palate. • regram from my absolute favourite place for Nonya food, non other than @violetoonsingapore (at Asia/Singapore)

Looking for that perfect gift? | This delicate colour combination with just the right amount of gold leafing makes the classic Boho a lovely gift. It is also a utilitarian piece with fully lined interior to store your petite essentials. See the previous post to get 15% off • Available online at www.kalapata.com | @sceneshang | @livingdna | @giftslessordinary | (at Asia/Singapore)

I only had a head full of dreams... After moving back to Singapore I was constantly on the look out for that quintessential brand that celebrated the Peranakan heritage of this beautiful island. And couldn't really find anything that was sophisticated and thoughtful and done with great attention to detail. And that's how Kala Pata came about. This is my Persian diva and on the screen wip of the Singapura collection — those are Nonya porcelain ware inspired prints which later became greeting cards, notebooks, iphone cases etc. Us creative types are always our harshest critics but sometimes it is great to take a little moment to reflect on how far you have come. To give yourself a tap on the back for all the challenges and battles you have fought to keep your little business going. All the doors that you've knocked on and all the rejections but that one little nudge, one kind comment or one customers feedback kept you going. Here's to us! Never stop believing in your dreams ⭐️❤⭐️❤ (at Asia/Singapore)

PRETTY WRAPPING SHEETS ANYONE? | . The Singapura collection celebrates the rich Peranakan heritage and the present-day cultural diversity of Singapore in the form of beautiful, contemporary gift wares and stationery. . Available online at www.kalapata.com and all @naiise stores islandwide. . Please DM me if you wish to come by the studio and happy Sunday :-) (at Asia/Singapore)

This time last week I was marvelling at these gorgeous blooms! Missing Japan already :( • How are you spending your Saturday? (at Imperial garden, Tokyo)

Looking for meaningful gifts? | Often times I hear expatriate ladies looking for meaningful gifts for their friends leaving Singapore. . These hand crafted boxes and trays would make thoughtful gifts. Don't you think? (at Asia/Singapore)

Good Morning Kyoto! • Aren't the kimonos so lovely?! (at Gion)

FRIDAY MOOD #girlcrush . . . . . . . . . . . @lopezjennylopez oh I love this pic so!!!!! (at Havana, Cuba)