What: Personalised playing cards, call Nidhi at 9820644124, price on request.

Why: Give this creative cat your favorite photos or cool graphics, and she’ll turn them into a personalised deck of cards. Perfect for gifting!

When: This Diwali, when you want to be the king/queen of hearts. 

What: Customised bar set (price on request) and cocktail workshop (Rs 3,500), call Ankit Negandhi on 9773133220.

Why: The international Martini Grand Prix winner is launching a bar kit that packs quite a punch, complete with a Boston shaker, zest remover, muddlers and more. He’ll even come over before your house party and teach you how to mix drinks with ingredients lying around the kitchen - jeera, orange peel, etc.

When: Your serve’s up!

What: Tangerine and Lemon Syrup cakes by Babycakes, call 9820120098, Rs 150 for 200 gms.

Why: Because Pallavi Sheth’s brand new citrus sponge cakes are non-fussy, frosting-free, and zestily delicious. Plus, the x-small size means that you can order a bunch of different flavors (we also love the banana bread and marble cake) for your next tea party.

When: You don’t care for the icing on the cake.

What: Art Jammin’ by Art N Ash, email Aarti at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , price on request.

Why: The newly introduced Art Jammin’  will transform your party venue into a fun art studio, stocked with easels, paint, brushes and funky aprons, and cue up a music playlist that’ll make your guests stroke out. They also arrange menus, wine, etc.

When: You want to draw a crowd.

What: Freedom Jam Room, B8 ground floor, Kamlesh Apts, near HDFC bank, Andheri (E), call John on 9821287813, Rs 150 per hour.

Why: If you’ve got a band, they’ve got a soundproof space. Plus four laney amps, bass, keyboard, a Mapex drum kit, an air conditioner and a cook who’ll make you coffee and sandwiches while you work on your next chartbusting album. All this, at a price designed for struggling artists.

When: You want to rent a room by the hour.

What: Dial-a-silver-screen, call Richa at Shamiana on 9833031228 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , price on request.

Why: The guys at Shamiana will hook you up with a projector, big screen and even some films (you can bring your own movie too). All you need now is friends and wine.

When: You want to turn your terrace into a Cinema Paradiso.

What: Personalised jigsaw puzzles, Accesstra, call Nidhi Agrawal at 9820644124, Rs 1,200 onwards.
Why: Give Nidhi your favorite photo, and she’ll turn it into a detailed puzzle, even including little notes to your beau in the back. We also love her photo lamps and clocks.
When: You want to piece together a nostalgic present from the past.

What: Theme parties by movie set designer, call Dreamz Kraft on 9820287040, price on request.

Why: Having styled the sets for Rock On and Delhi Belly, Dreamz Kraft is equipped to deal with the most elaborate parties, whether it’s recreating Moulin Rouge, Venice or Las Vegas.

When: You wanna dream a little theme.

What: How You Wish You Were Hanging in Mumbai postcards, to order email Gynelle Alves on This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , price on request.

Why: Because Gynelle’s sketches are quirky and intricate and you get to be in them! Send in pictures of yourself and your favourite Mumbai hangout, and she’ll put your love for the city on customised postcards.

When: You want your friends to wish they were here.

What: Customised psychedelic bar fridge, call artist Rashmi Dogra at 9820450066, Rs 2,800 onwards.

Why: Big-bummed babes, floozy flamingoes, souped-up superheroes: Rashmi, whose designs are showcased at some of the city’s best stores (Aza, Ogaan) will jazz up your drab Kelvinator with any motif you want. Add in awesome shot glasses made of ice from Loose Ends, and you’ll have the coolest fridge in town!

When: You want to be a free(ze) spirit.