Makar Sankranti is one of those rare Hindu festivals celebrated based on the solar cycle (known as Narayan) instead of the lunar cycle. It signifies the end of the winter season and the forthcoming spring season. It is celebrated in mid-January every year, marking the beginning of longer days. It is usually observed on the 14th of January, though some years, it may also fall on the 15th, based on the earth-sun relative movement and people indulge in creative Makar Sankranti Home Decoration Ideas for this day!
Some Interesting Facts About Makar Sankranti
Let’s learn more about this vibrant festival-
1. Interestingly, Makar Sankranti is celebrated all over the country with different names. It is known as ‘Lohri’ in North Indian states like Punjab, Bihu in Assam, Pongal in Tamil Nadu, Sukarat in central India, Sakrat in Bihar and Jharkhand, etc.
2. On Makar Sankranti, people indulge in various fun activities like kite flying, dancing around a bonfire, singing folk songs, decorating their houses, social get-togethers, and feasting!
3. It is believed that on the day of Makar Sankranti, the sun rays from the north bring positive vibes, keeping evil spirits at bay. One of the staple dishes of Makar Sankranti is the ‘til-gul’, also known as ladoos made up of sesame and jaggery, which are of great significance.
It is a harvest festival, praying for bountiful harvest and abundance in our lives. As decorating homes is one of the significant aspects of Makar Sankranti, there are various ways in which we can adorn our personal dwellings and get our homes Sankranti-ready!
Top 17 Makar Sankranti Home Decoration Ideas
1. Clean The House Thoroughly
First things first! As Makar Sankranti is a very auspicious Hindu festival, you cannot begin our decorations in a dirty house. Clean your house thoroughly. Discard everything that you haven’t used for a long time and de-clutter every corner. A clean house attracts positive vibes, welcoming home divinity, and spiritual vibes!
2. Flowers
Flowers are considered very auspicious in any Hindi festival. Especially marigolds in yellow and orange shades are synonymous with festivity and celebration. You can go for long garlands of marigolds or individual flowers to adorn your sweet dwelling. Apart from marigolds, you can also opt for seasonal flowers like roses, lilies, jasmine, and chrysanthemum, based on your locality. Let the fragrance of divine flowers spread an aura of good luck and prosperity into your life!
3. Rangoli
Rangoli is akin to any Hindu festival. And as Makar Sankranti is a festival of harvest and prosperity, so do decorate your entryway as well as the pooja room with vibrant rangoli designs. It doesn’t matter whether you are a beginner or a pro in rangoli, just do it with full devotion and enthusiasm. You can go for Indian motifs like lotus flowers, peacock design, kite design, and so on. At the simplest level, opt for premade rangoli stencils, to mark this auspicious occasion. You can also do pretty kolam designs with simple white chalk to mark the advent of the spring season!
4. Toran And Earthen Pots
The entrance of your house is from where your guests will get the first impression of your home decor. It is also the entrance from where positive vibes will grace your home. So, adorn your entryway in the best possible way! Hang beautiful torans in beads, fabrics, and metal. Also, hang the garland of mango leaves which infuses divinity into your abode with their sheer presence! Paint some earthen pots in beautiful Indian motifs with different hues and keep them in your entryway. Let some marigolds overflow from the earthen pots, bestowing an enchanting look and feel.
5. Idols
Decorate your pooja room as well as the foyer area with lovely divine idols. Find beautiful god idols at Vaaree and add a touch of auspiciousness to your abode, made in marble, bronze, brass, polyresin, cast iron, aluminum, crystal, and resin. Bring home the divinity of Lord Ganesha, Goddess Lakshmi, the majestic Shiva, the eternal love of Radha Krishna, and see your home getting perfectly ready for Makar Sankranti. Also, opt for wooden pooja chowki at Vaaree in beautiful mandala designs, and let your pooja room be the heart of your festivity!
6. Urlis
Urlis are round shallow bowls that are very commonly seen during any festivity in Indian homes. So, mark the celebration of Makar Sankranti with gorgeous urlis, fill them with water, and let beautiful flower petals and tealight candles float in them. Urlis are considered very divine as they attract a lot of positive vibes and bring home good luck and overall prosperity. Intricately carved in Indian motifs, it is perfect for enhancing peace and tranquility in your abode, expressing our rich culture and heritage. Apart from elevating the visual appeal of your personal space, urlis bring a lot of character to your space!
7. Traditional Lighting
Any Hindu festival is incomplete without traditional lighting. Opt for our diyas & oil lamps at Vaaree and bestow beauty as well as positive vibes into your abode. Infuse your pooja rituals with the flickering flames, guiding you towards the path of spirituality. Even scented candles in antique candle holders are a blessing to spread warmth and glow during any festive occasion. Find a wide range of aromatic candles in various fragrances like rose, jasmine, lavender, sandalwood, mogra, lemongrass, and more, brightening our space with their divine presence!
8. Contemporary Lamps And String Lights
Apart from traditional lighting as discussed above, you can accentuate the aesthetic appeal of your abode with contemporary lighting fixtures such as wall sconces, table lamps, floor lamps, pendant lights, chandeliers, and string lights. Thus, you have numerous options to choose from at Vaaree, as we bring to you a plethora of stunning lighting fixtures! Our captivating fairy lights are all set to add a dash of charm during Makar Sankranti. Let our table lamps amp up your side table and our chic-looking wall sconces, infuse sophistication and personality to your bare walls! After all, it’s all about adequate lighting!
9. Draperies and Backdrop
Add a cultural touch to your personal oasis with vibrant-colored draperies made from your sarees, dupatta, or curtains. Draperies aesthetically hanging on your pooja room wall or living room walls and windows are a sheer delight to watch. Let these draperies create a stunning backdrop for your home decor and let your visitors get highly impressed with your decor prowess and enthusiasm for Makar Sankranti. Find curtains in beautiful patterns and designs at Vaaree that not only allow ample natural light to enter but also grace your abode with their sheer presence! Combine functionality with charm on your auspicious day! Just like this curtain made in macrame.
10. Plants and Pots
Natural plants are the essence of life and they make any space look auspicious and lively! So, why not invite positive vibes and good luck charm in your abode during the festival of Makar Sankranti with lush green indoor plants? Opt for jade, succulents, aloe vera, peace lily, money plant, and more, and embellish your personal oasis with auspiciousness! Apart from natural plants, you can also opt for faux florals cocooned in quirky-looking planters. Find an array of pots and planters at Vaaree in a variety of materials like sophisticated ceramic, stunning glass, earthy terracotta, and rustic wood. Let the delightful presence of blossoms and lively leaves bestow their serenity on us, on Makar Sankranti!
11. Wall Decor
Makar Sankranti wall decorations are an integral aspect of this festival. Interestingly, there are numerous ways in which you can embellish your walls to grant a feel of festivity and celebration. As ‘Kites’ are synonymous with the festival of Makar Sankranti, you can indulge in some DIY activities and adorn your walls with handmade kite wall hangings in various hues. Let bunting and bright streamers also elevate the visual appeal of your walls! Find stunning wall decor items at Vaaree, ranging from wall art, wall plates, wall accents in metal and wood, and auspicious wall hangings, just like these evil eye wall hangings!
12. Rich Textile
Good quality textile makes any day look special and auspicious, so why not mark Makar Sankranti by spreading premium textiles in the form of beauty bedsheets, plush cushion covers, elegant throws, and cozy comforters? Amp up your living room with colorful cushion covers in solid hues, printed designs, embroidery, and tufted ones! Elevate the decor of your bedrooms with graceful bedsheets that reflect festive vibes. Place warm throws aesthetically on your armchair to enhance the overall look and feel of your personal space and see a drastic transformation in your lovely home!
13. Showpieces And Vases
Accentuate the personality of your sweet dwelling with whimsical showpieces and vases! Opt from numerous variety of unique showpieces and vases at Vaaree. Showpieces are self-expressive accent pieces that add a visual appeal to any given space! You can go for the graceful laughing Buddha in polyresin spreading joy and auspiciousness all around, or something related to flora and fauna in metal, a tree of life showpiece in resin, perfect for festive displays, or culturally inspired decor themes. Similarly, vases whether stand-alone or cradling floral beauty instantly elevate the spirit of celebration.
14. Accent Bowls And Trays
Add a dash of charm to your abode with decorative accent bowls and trays available at Vaaree! Apart from serving your sumptuous dishes, bowls, and trays are also used as accent decor items. Find a spectrum of decorative bowls and trays at Vaaree in various materials like metal, glass, or wood and accentuate the beauty of your abode instantly. Bring a touch of luxury to your living room, foyer area, mantel, or bookshelf with stunning craftsmanship and intricate designs. Thus, accent bowls and trays are like conversation starters or focal points for your home decor.
15. Diffusers
Invite positive vibes with delightful fragrances by inviting home diffusers in elegant designs. Let the touch of terracotta, ceramic, wood, or metal add grace and sophistication to your home decor offering soothing scents for your rejuvenation, or festive celebration. Let this Makar Sankranti be marked by serenity and peace once you use these diffusers to spread an aura of tranquility! Place them in your bedroom or living area, diffusers are just perfect to infuse divinity into your personal space. Create moments of peace with essential oils like sandalwood, rose, rosemary, lavender, and so on.
16. Table Setting
Feasting is an important aspect of any festivity, the same goes for Makar Sankranti. Impress your guests with your decor prowess by indulging in exclusive table settings. Opt for premium quality table linens such as tablecloths, table runners, and mats. Find vibrant-looking table linen at Vaaree and accentuate the beauty of your dining space. Place stunning dinner plates, glasses, and shimmering cutlery to add icing to the cake! Decorate the table with fancy-looking tissue holders and cutlery stands, along with an attractive centerpiece! Let your table setting define your sentiments towards the auspicious festival of Makar Sankranti!
17. Rugs And Carpets
Roll out rugs and carpets in your living space or bedrooms. Let the warmth and coziness of rugs elevate the spirit of festivity, adding an aura of opulence to your divine abode! Let your guests get a red carpet feel, once they enter your abode for the celebration! Find rugs and carpets made in cotton, wool, and polyester at Vaaree which are easy to wash and maintain. Add a natural touch to your decor, featuring unique designs, high-quality materials, comfort, and textures, offering a soft surface underfoot. Experience the timeless allure of artisanal craftsmanship with our Hand hand-woven rug collection, just like this ‘Elysia hand-woven printed rug’.
To Summarize
To summarize, Makar Sankranti is a very auspicious festival revered throughout India in varied ways. It is a vibrant celebration filled with festivity, celebration, and social get-togethers. The above Sankranti celebration ideas will help you make the most of this festival.
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