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BY VASUDHA RAI
PHOTOGRAPH ANSHUMAN SEN
STYLING RUCHIKA GOSWAMY
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N IM B U M IR C H I
This traditional
totka
is made of seven green
chillies and one lemon. It
is believed that this is the
perfect tool to keep out
Alakshmi (the goddess of
misfortune). As she loves
hot and spicy food, she will
satisfy her cravings at the
door and leave.
P R O S P E R IT Y B E L L
If you want to invite
good people into
your life, try the feng shui
prosperity bell. These bells
are also supposed to provide
prosperity, good health and
longevity, whilst warding off
evil influences.
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T U R K IS H E V IL EY E
In Turkey, an envious
glance is deflected
with an eye for an eye. The
stone is made of glass, iron,
copper, water and salt— a
mix deemed magical. The
stone has the image of an
eye and is usually painted
blue, as it is believed that
this colour absorbs all
negative energy. ■
Positivity Galore
Feng shui prosperity bell,
^75, Kriti Creations; Glass
nimbu mirchi,
^395, The
Shop, also at handicraft
shops nationwide; Turkish
evil eye, ^675, A La Turk.
Lucky
Charms
Enter the New
Year on a
prosperous note.
These cute door
hangers look
good, add quirk,
and maybe a
splash of luck to
your entrance.
OUR HOME
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BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS | JANUARY 2012
For more info, see Resources
ASSISTED BY: SUDHALIKA VERMA
