While markets are flooded with designer rakhis, many are now turning to homemade, personalised ones.
1 / 10Rakshabandhan, one of the most cherished festivals among Hindus, is around the corner. The day marks the special bond between brothers and sisters and is often celebrated with heartfelt gestures, gifts and festive get-togethers.
2 / 10Traditionally, sisters tie a Rakhi, a sacred thread, to their brother’s wrist as a symbol of love and protection. While markets are flooded with designer rakhis, many are now turning to homemade, personalised ones. Here are easy DIY rakhis that are not only budget-friendly but also add a creative and personal touch to the celebration:
3 / 10Thread and beads rakhi: Take colourful embroidery or silk threads. Twist them and add decorative stuff like pearls or beads, and then tie a knot to finish.
4 / 10Fabric rakhi: Take any colour paper and cut shapes like hearts, stars or flowers. Stick them on a ribbon or thread with glue.
5 / 10Pom pom rakhi: Take a fork and wrap wool around it around 30 to 40 times and tie a tight knot in the middle of the loops using a small piece of wool. Then slide it off the fork, and the pom-pom is ready. Paste it on a ribbon or thread using glue.
6 / 10Paper quilling rakhi: Use the toothpick to roll paper strips into tight coils and shape them into teardrops, petals, flowers, peacock or any shape. Stick the shape on a thread with glue. You can also add stones or beads for extra decoration.
7 / 10Photo rakhi: Print a photo of you and your brother and stick it around the centre of the thread. Can decorate the borders with stones or glitter.
8 / 10Nature-inspired rakhi: Go to a park and collect leaves, flowers or small twigs. Then, paste them on a thread and create a unique rakhi.
9 / 10Character-themed rakhi: Take some cardboard and make your brother’s favourite character. Colour it and add googly eyes to make it more realistic. Then glue the character on a thread.
10 / 10This year, Rakshabandhan will be celebrated on Saturday, August 9.
