Most people have begun prepping their homes for Diwali, the festival of lights, which is just around the corner. If you’re looking for some quick diwali home decor tips, here are a few pointers to help you get your home Diwali-ready.
With Diwali preparations well underway, it’s our responsibility to understand how to enjoy the festival in a safe, healthy, and responsible manner.
As we all know, mankind has been petrified by the pandemic outburst since the last two Diwali celebrations. However, things appear to be improving, with the majority of the Indian population being completely vaccinated. Also, this does not imply that we would disregard the Covid-19 precautionary practices. Rather, we should all come together and celebrate Diwali responsibly and safely.
There is a lot of effort to be made during Diwali, from attire to sweets, and from cleaning to puja preparation. Though, the most vital aspect of every festival is house cleaning. Diwali, in particular, is a festival with a strong connection to cleaning, as the festival’s main purpose is to welcome goddess Lakshmi as a symbol of peace, prosperity, and abundance.
Now that everyone has returned to work, your hectic schedule must have left you with little time to celebrate Diwali effectively. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.
Here’s a Handy Checklist to help you get your Diwali Decor just right:
1. Diwali Decorations with Solar Fairy Lights
Solar garden fairy lights produce a captivating radiance that may be enjoyed both inside and out. Warm, white solar-powered lights should be your go-to alternative if you’re looking for a reusable ideal lighting to add to your home decor.
Solar-powered lights, unlike electric lighting, are made up of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) that are driven by the sun. The solar fairy lights are controlled by a control box with a solar panel on the outside and batteries on the inside.
The solar panel is responsible for transferring energy from the sun to the batteries. When it gets dark, the batteries use the stored energy to turn on the LED lights. A light sensor turns on the lights when it becomes dark and switches them off when it gets light.
2. Marigold – An Auspicious Flower for an Auspicious Diwali
Diwali times call for an active spell at everyones homes. We light candles, pray to god, purchase new outfits, exchange gifts, and eat a lot of sweets. But there’s one more thing that makes Diwali truly authentic: seeing lovely marigold flowers all over the place!
These flowers are an important part of Diwali decorations since they brighten up a room. We use it in Toran, but we can also get creative and include it into our rangoli. You’ll be able to make any visitor feel welcome in your home this way! The marigold is a lucky flower, and decorating your home with it during Diwali is a ritual that has been passed down through the generations.
3. An Ecstatic Diwali Doorway Art
We Indians have a tradition of decorating our front doorways with torans, a colourful string of leaves and flowers.
Toran is a traditional Indian hanging that is displayed in homes during festive events such as Diwali. It fits perfectly in the arches of doors and at the front doors of houses. Flowers and beads adorn the entrances, paths, and windows. It also improves the celebratory mood while also adding to the house’s design.
The different types of torans we can try this Festive Diwali:
- Flower Torans
- Thread Torans
- Swastika and Om Torans
- Bead Torans
DIY candles, paper lanterns, and lampshades are some of the easiest and most personalized lighting decorations you can utilize to give your home an oriental vibe. To add a sense of elegance to your antiques, use fresh linen on the bed and cushion covers.
Also, diyas and candles can be used to light up both the inside and outside of your home. You might arrange them in a variety of ways. Put them on a tray, use floating diyas in a shallow bowl with flowers, use little candles in hanging candle holders, or simply arrange them in a line. They can be used in the living room, on the porch, at the door, or even as part of a rangoli. This classic design provides lighting to your home that no other lamp could.
4. Creating a Fragrant Ambience with Smell-diffusers.
The aroma of a place is essential in setting an ideal vibe and should not be disregarded. Home fragrance is just as important as any piece of furniture or artwork in terms of home decor.
There are a plethora of home fragrance solutions, ranging from scented agarbattis to diffusers. Candles are one of the oldest and most efficient ways to make your home smell pleasant, in addition to bringing a soft glow and charm to our homes. When a good quality candle is lit, it takes about an hour for the smell to spread, and it will last for another hour or so until the candles are doused.
5. Celebrating a pet-friendly Diwali
Diwali is a celebration of lights wherein people light candles, fashion rangolis, and light up fireworks. However, bursting crackers is what leads a lot of humans and animals into distress.
Let us try to make a few modifications in our houses and attitudes toward the celebration during Diwali, and cherish our furry pets. Let’s keep this Diwali free of fireworks and pollution.
Puppy-care Tips to follow during Diwalis:
- Take care of the street dogs like your own!
- Allow no one in your neighbourhood to throw lit crackers at them.
- Outside your house, keep a bowl of food and supplies available to them.
- Allow them to spend the night in your basement or parking lot.
- Protect the eyes, fur and skin
There will be a lot of fire, due to diyas, candles, and firecrackers, among other things. Keep your dog on a leash and keep them away from any open fire sources.
As a dog’s coat is particularly flammable, keep it trimmed down this holiday season, especially towards the tail. If at all possible, keep kids away from any open flames in the house or on the street.
- Keep a first-aid kit on hand at all times
This is essential since you can never be completely certain of your dog’s safety. It is preferable to be ready for any type of accident. As a result, keep a first-aid kit on hand.
Consult your veterinarian about possible emergency procedures in the event of an accident. Anti-anxiety or sedative drugs can also be prescribed in advance by your veterinarian to keep your pet calm during the festivities.
6. Mixing it up with Rangoli Art
Rangoli is the art of utilising various colour powders to create designs and themes on one’s home’s floor and walls. A Rangoli artwork is a welcome sign. Rangolis are used to welcome Goddess Lakshmi, the Goddess of Wealth, into people’s homes during Diwali. It is also said to bring good fortune.
7. Choose a quirky look for your Diwali table decorations
If you’re known for your quirky and experimental style, mixing and matching statement lights with candles to create a sparkling and festive dinner table is something you should look for.
Instead of going for a matched or matching dining set, embrace the contrasts. Table runners, mats, and napkins can all be mixed and matched.
8. Refurbishing Old Antiques
Frame up the Wall: This could be the simplest method to liven up a dull section of your home.
Find an empty wall, such as a corridor or a piece of the bedroom, that is bland and uninteresting, and fill it with tastefully framed captions, family photos, or classic art, whatever suits your style.
9. Opting for an Eco-friendly Approach
ith the passage of time, people have begun to celebrate the holiday with a sense of grandeur, which has had a negative impact on the environment. However, if we all promise to celebrate the holiday in an environmentally sustainable manner, we may make a significant contribution to the environment.
Go green this Diwali with these Diwali Home Decor Ideas:
- Use Plants for Decoration
- DIY Torans for Entrance
- Use Natural Colors for Rangoli
- Homemade Diwali Lanterns
10. Present a retro feel to your balcony
A swinging chair or a vintage bench would add a touch of nostalgia bringing back sound memories. A simple balcony decoration with lights and a well-crafted bench is a promising concept. Also, hanging pots and plants from your balcony railings are a smart way of adding a unique element to your balcony.
We hope all of these tips and tricks brighten up this Diwali for your and your loved ones. Stay safe and enjoy the celebrations in their entirety. On this happier note, We’d like to wish you all a very Happy Diwali in advance. May the new year bring everyone good health, fortune, and peace.
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