The holy month of Ramadan is when Muslims an many alike all over the world fast from dawn to dusk and say their prayers. This month marks as one of the most important ones in the year. The sincerity with which everyone fasts, to break the fast at dawn, a lot of delectable and delicious dishes are prepared which are enjoyed by the entire family sitting down together on the ‘sufra’, ‘dastar’. This Eid, to spread the love and happiness of the festival, we have curated below some décor ideas that will take the festivities in your home up a notch.
Light Decoration
Who says lights are only to be enjoyed during Diwali? Decorate your homes with lamps which have a Moroccan or Egyptian style to it. You can place these ornamental lanterns all around your home to spark joy and accompany it with tea lights and fairy lights as well. These lights can be used to create a great ambience in the evening while breaking the fast. This will constitute as one of the living room décor ideas.
Serving Food
When sitting to eat food, we eat with our eyes before we actually eat with our mouths. Here’s what we’re saying – make your food look presentable. Not only should the food taste and look good, it should be presented in a good manner as well to increase the desirability quotient. Place foods like kheers and falooda in glass bowls, decorate the ‘sufra’ by sprinkling rose petals on it, light up a few candles, and bring out the good china. When looking for home furnishings online, keep an eye out for crockery that will enhance the presentation of your food.
Moon and Star Galore
If you’re throwing an Eid party, one of the most significant elements of the day are the celestial bodies, the moon and the star. Decorate the home by hanging up glamorous star and moon shaped balloons to bring in the joy of celebrating the beautiful festival.
Ramadan Banner
Place a banner that says ‘Eid Mubarak’, ‘Ramadan Mubarak’ on your doorstep or in your house if you’re having a ‘daawat’ at your place. If you’re unable to find a ready-made banner, don’t worry, you can easily make on with the help of strings, chart paper, glue, markers and some sparkle. Get your hands dirty and let your imagination run wild.
Ramadan Food Calendar
Thinking and coming up with ideas as to what is to be cooked during the month of Ramadan for ‘iftaar’ can be quite a challenge. Here’s what you can do – make a decorative calendar with each date on which can be a picture of the dish of the day for ‘iftaar’. This not only comes in hand but also looks like a good decorative item in your house.
This Eid, spread love and joy among your friends and family with some prayers, biryani and sheer korma.
Soniya Writes 