Wondering how to decorate your home this Gudi Padwa? Gudi Padwa (Sanvsar Pādvo in Konkani) marks the traditional new year for Marathi and Konkani Hindus, and the end of the agricultural “Rabi” season. It also commemorates the coronation of Lord Rama after his return to Ayodhya after completing 14 years of exile.
It is a very special day for Maharashtrians and Goans where they spring-clean their homes, decorate it with rangolis, wear new clothes and traditional jewellery called dejhor.
Along with the traditional rituals, refresh your home with these easy Gudi Padwa home décor ideas.
Hoist a Traditional Gudi Flag
Hoist a Gudi flag in your home to signify the victory of Lord Rama. These are made from a colourful silk-scarf like cloth tied on top of a bamboo stick. Boughs of neem and mango leaves, as well as a garland of flowers, are tied at the top of the stick. The stick is then capped with a silver, copper or bronze pot or Kalash.
Draw Colourful Rangolis
Rangolis are a typical feature of most Indian festivals including Gudi Padwa. Get organic rangoli colours and draw colourful patterns outside your entrance door and indoors. Buy intricate stencils using which you can use to make grand patterns.
Light diyas around it, or add more colour with some flower petals and leaves, or coloured sand.
Arrange Fresh Flowers and Torans
Decorate the entrance of your home with floral and mango-leaf thorans. Arrange fresh flowers and leaves in different spots in your home to spread instant freshness.
Spruce up Your Dining Table
You would prepare your favourite traditional sweets and savoury items like Amrakhand (Alphonso flavoured yoghurt or shrikhand), poori, pooran poli, and the unique dish made from neem and jaggery. Arrange them on your dining table in your best, sparkling cutlery. Bring out all the silverware and metallic serve ware that will let your dining table shine. And, don’t forget to decorate the table with flowers and foliage in pretty vases.
Amp up Your Lighting
Get a chandelier, wall scones, table lamps or floor lamps with elegant, ethnic patterns or solid coloured shades. If your foyer, study area or a pooja room isn’t lit well enough, now’s the time to brighten them up. Even small changes such as installing dimmer switches on light fixtures will make a big difference to your room.
Light up diyas and tea lights in all the special nooks including on tabletops and shelves. Group a few mason jars, set tea lights in them, and convert a nook into a specially lit one.
Treat Your Walls to a Coat of Paint
The easiest way to make your home look like new is to re-paint it – either with the same colours that you had earlier or with a completely new colour palette that you like. Try bold wallpapers if you wish to, or experiment with different paint textures. Tiles on the walls are a great way to add a lot of character, if you are in the mood for an elaborate revamp.
Switch to Festive Fabrics
Change all your bed and table linen to fresh ones. Use vibrant, festive prints and patterns. Your curtains, cushion covers, bedspreads, table runners, and even tea towels could do with some festive vibes. Update your sofa upholstery also if you need to. And don’t forget to consider re-upholstering even the smaller pieces of furniture like window seats, benches, or bed headboards.
Buy New Pieces of Furniture
Want to make a fresh beginning with the festival? How about going big then? Get a new sofa, a dining set, or a new wooden swing if you want to. Rebuild your kitchen cabinets, or make a custom-made console for your dining room. Even your balcony furniture could do with a change. Get side tables for your lamps, a set of pouffes, or a chaise lounge. Perhaps a new coffee table? Don’t forget to repair any broken legs, and polish your wooden furniture to bring in a feeling of newness.
So, this Gudi Padwa make your home look festive with these small touches and plan for a few big updates. If you need help with designing your interiors quickly and getting them ready in time, contact the experts at HomeLane right away. Here’s wishing you all a Happy Gudi Padwa!
