Diwali celebration vibe is everywhere, and sometimes we worry about the fire risks of Diwali decorations like diyas. Let’s explore alternative ideas to a child-safe Deepawali.
Diwali celebration ideas
For as far as I can remember, Diwali decoration is lighting candles and diyas at our home. Diwali lights are the traditional ritual that boosts the festive vibes like none other. But, the Diya lamps and candle lights mean open flames of fire and hot burning oil – and that’s a disaster in the making for excited children. And lets’ not even count the many times a Rangoli was messed up. But don’t worry, I have some easy ways to decorate your home safely. The main idea is to make the lights distant or unreachable for kids.
Fresh for you: Your Complete Guide to Diwali decoration ideas
Lights in a jar
Try a contemporary chic look of light strings in a glass jar or bowl. The most exciting bit about this style is that you can ask your toddlers to decorate with it. String lights are made of tiny LED Rice bulbs, so they don’t get heated quickly. Today battery-operated options are available. Switch on the fairy light string, put in a jar and hand it over to your children to decorate the house. Trust me; it is much better than putting matchsticks and candle wicks in those tiny hands. The joy of decorating their home with Diwali lights is just so blissful for children.
Safe Rangoli designs
Say goodbye to sand powder Rangoli designs – they spread away to look a mess. For this year’s Diwali celebrations, try the rangoli mats. The premade Rangoli mats are like a carpet, stick them on the floor and voila – all the auspicious vibes begin to float around. You can choose from many designs in vibrant colours, studded with pearls and gems.
Diwali craft ideas
Make memories is by creating them, firsthand. Celebrate the festive times by engaging your kids in Diwali craft ideas. And don’t shy away from holding the brush or the scissors yourself – as craftiness is happiness.
Crafting your heart out makes room for your soul to grow.
Sara Lanan
So, this Diwali, get your family together and enjoy creating beautiful decoration items. Here are a few easy Diwali ideas that are child-friendly.
Diwali card ideas for kids
Remember, before the Whatsapp and emails; we sent greeting cards to all our dear and near ones. The tradition of home-made Diwali cards is still charming and an excellent way to get children involved in the festivities. Get some coloured card paper, few paints, glitters and party tapes to your children, and see the magical little hands at work.
Paper flowers
There is nothing like the delicacy of fresh flowers. Sadly, the refreshing joy comes at a cost – especially with kids around. The vibrant colours of flower petal bleed colour to stain your clothes, furniture and floor. And how many times can one ask the kids to be mindful of the flower decorations? It can get annoying for everyone. A better and simpler choice is to decorate with paper flowers. Origami paper decoration ideas have many quick and easy ways to fold paper flowers. Fold few and string them together into lovely torans and paper flower decorations.
Organic decoration
Go natural all the way – because Diwali celebration comes around the fall season. Diwali season is a great time to gather the fallen leaves and create something beautiful from the organic waste. Go on a nature walk with few baskets, make it a family outing. Collect leaves that are full in form and large in size. Bring them back home, clean them and decorate each one with patterns. You can also your add glitters for an extra zing. Decorate your tabletops and door entrances with these hand-painted leaves for elegant charm.
Feel special…
Lastly, the Diwali celebration today is an exciting time to rejoice with friends and family. It is all about making our loved ones feel special with gifts and greetings. Remember to create beautiful memories for everyone!
