India is a heady melange of religious festivities and rich cultural events, and there’s no other country that can quite match up to the fervour and gaiety with which we celebrate every single occasion! We Indians are known for our culture that’s deeply rooted in customs and traditions. We delight in enjoying ourselves to the hilt and rejoice in opening our hearts and homes to guests during the festive season. At such times, we love to decorate our homes, filling them with warmth and vibrancy that matches the seasonal spirit.
Our designers have put together a curated list of all-occasion décor items that you can bring out to deck up your home, regardless of which festival you are celebrating! Here’s how to glam your home for any festive season.
Show the Way with Lights
No festive decoration is ever complete without the right lighting. Let your home come alive with gay strings of twinkling fairy lights, rows of candles and pretty lights inside upcycled glass jars. Diyas are synonymous with Diwali and star-shaped lights during Christmas, while the glow of crescent-shaped lights and traditional lanterns light up every street during Ramadan celebrations.
Let Your Walls Do the Talking!
Festive decals are an easy, cost-effective way to transform your walls in a trice. These vinyl wall stickers are available for any occasion, are easy to affix anywhere you want, and can be peeled off the very next day without any damage to your walls. Get snowflakes on your walls for Christmas, streamers and balloon decals for birthdays, and candles and diyas for other festive occasions.
A Toran at the Door
Welcome your guests right at the door with the festive toran that’s made of flowers or crafted out of metal, paper and cloth. While mango leaves and marigolds that are strung together are popular choices for these decorative door hangings, you can get creative with DIY crafts as well!
Floral Rangolis
One of the most beautiful Indian art forms, a traditional rangoli at the entrance to your home is said to bring good luck to your family and shows that you’re celebrating a festive occasion. Rangolis with chalk and coloured powder are intricate creations of art, while patterns made with sweet-smelling fresh flowers add vibrancy and design to your doorstep.
Wind Chimes and Bells
Wind chimes, dream catchers and bells are a lovely addition to your home décor at any time, but especially so during festive occasions. Traditionally thought to ward off evil spirits, the tinkling of wind chimes is said to attract positive energy and create harmony in your home. Take your pick from metal, bamboo or ceramic wind chimes, or make your own.
An Origami Twist
Origami DIY craft can be a fun addition to your home décor this festive season. Paper flowers never fade, like real ones do, and can be crafted to match your home décor! String up colourful streamers, butterflies, birds and flower origami across your balconies and living room for a gay touch.
A Riot of Colours
Festivals are the right time to add colour and vibrancy to your décor! Bring out bright silken cushions, decorative artwork, metal sculptures and large pots of flowers. Get creative; hang old silk saris at the windows for a burst of colour.
Assail the Senses!
This festive season, let all your senses make merry! Even as your eyes feast on the vibrant decorations in your home, engage your sense of smell as well. Light aromatic agarbathis or scented tea light candles and burn essential oils for a fragrant home. Play soothing chants, carols or hymns to fill your home with joy and positive energy.
Table Settings for Special Occasions
Festivals are a time for family and friends to get together and share meals that are made with love. Spice up your table with gorgeous table settings that are a feast for the eyes too! Impress your guests with gorgeous crockery, lovely mats and centrepieces that match the spirit of the holiday season, like this picture-perfect red and white Christmas table.
Looking for more décor ideas to glam up your home for your family celebrations? Take your festivities up a notch and get started with the merrymaking, with help from the HomeLane team!
