As Diwali 2025 approaches, homes across the country prepare for the joyous festival by adorning doorways, windows, and interiors with beautiful decorations. If you're looking for budget-friendly yet elegant ideas, decorating with natural leaves is an excellent choice. Here are five simple ways to enhance your home décor using leaves and flowers:
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Mango Leaf Toran: Traditionally considered auspicious in Hinduism, mango leaves are strung together to make a toran and hung at the entrance of homes to invite prosperity and positive energy. Fresh mango leaves create a welcoming and spiritual atmosphere.
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Ashoka Leaf Garlands: Thread thick bundles of Ashoka leaves into garlands to hang on walls, windows, or doors. This adds a fresh, natural touch and is a cost-effective decorative solution that brightens the home’s ambiance.
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Marigold and Leaf Garlands: Combine fresh marigold flowers with leaves to make vibrant garlands that can be draped across walls or used for the pooja area. These garlands not only bring color but are symbolic of purity and positivity.
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Floral Rangoli with Leaves: Instead of traditional powdered colors, use marigold petals, rose petals, jasmine flowers, and leaves to create beautiful and fragrant bandhanwar or rangoli designs near the entrance or puja mandap.
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DIY Leaf and Flower Art: Craft decorative pieces by cutting and shaping leaves and attaching small flowers onto them. You can create wall hangings, decorate photo frames, or embellish flower pots for a festive look. Adding a little glitter can make these crafts shine.
These natural, eco-friendly decorations keep your home looking vibrant and festive while being budget-conscious and environmentally kind.
