10 Simple DIY Rakhis That Are As Thoughtful As They Are Beautiful

Here are 10 simple DIY Handmade Rakhi Ideas for kids to make, which are just as fine for adults as well! It's easier than you think - all you need are a few decorative knick knacks and trinkets, a thread or ribbon, and some creativity! Surround yourself with trinkets, stickers, felt paper, wool, beads and buttons, and you will churn out gorgeous Rakhis in no time! You can even make the thread on which to fasten your Rakhi.

 This doesn’t need much effort beyond twisting strands of embroidery thread or coloured cotton or silk skeins together. You can make it as colourful as you like, and thicker or thinner by increasing or decreasing the number of threads.

1. Zari Rakhi

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You can find zari motifs – flowers, paisleys, peacocks, and many other designs - at any tailoring supply shop. These come with a fabric backing that’s easy to stick or stitch onto a lace or gold thread to make your very own Rakhi at home.

2. Photo Rakhi

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Photo Rakhis are just so cute! Print a stamp size picture of you with your brother in a candid moment or a favourite picture of you together. Take a length of ribbon. First stick a piece of felt or coloured craft foam. Once this has dried, paste the picture and decorate as you like.

3. Quilled Paper Rakhi

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Paper quilling may take a while to practice and the Rakhis may look complicated. But trust me, the finished product is so worth it. Fashion traditional motifs or make cartoon characters for a smaller sibling.

4. Recycled card Rakhi with Ganesha Motif

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This is a very easy recycled Rakhi for which you need an old wedding invitation card. Cut out a Ganesha or similar motif and stick on silver paper and add thread. That’s it!! You have a very impressive looking Rakhi with minimal effort!

5. Foam Flower Rakhi

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Craft foam is a common feature among most kids’ craft supplies, so make use of it! All you need to do is cut out floral shapes in different colours of foam - in graded sizes - so you can stick them in layers. The largest size goes at the bottom. Stick onto a ribbon and the Rakhi is ready! Why just flowers? Cut out planes, animal faces, and what have you!

6. Button Rakhis

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You know those kid themed special buttons at craft shops? Well, now you know where to use them! With a simple wool braid and a kid button, you can make all kinds of Rakhis. It’s so addictive you can’t stop with one!

7. Eraser Rakhis

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I had this brainwave when I realised my son had accumulated a lot of erasers from his birthday party return presents. I saw this lovely eraser and thought it would be a great gift that can be used even after the festival is over. You can stick any erasers on a double ribbon (preferably using super glue so it will bear the weight of the eraser). It makes for a useful Rakhi for school-age kids.

8. Sober Pearls Rakhi

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For a more sophisticated look for older boys, you can make a braid out of woolen threads, then string pearls in the middle. It is simple and pristine.

9. Baby Special Ribbon Braid Rakhi

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If you’re looking for a DIY Rakhi for a baby, here you go! A comfy Rakhi made of wool, embroidery threads or soft satin ribbons - with no choking hazards; just soft and comfortable for baby!

 

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10. Pompom Rakhi

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For this one, use some leftover wool in different colours or just one. You could even use cotton skeins - just a thicker thread. Wrap it around a few times over your 2 fingers (index and middle finger are perfect for the small size). Tie it in the center, remove from fingers, and cut off the two sides to make a pompom. Decorate the center with a button or sticker and attach to a woolen thread or ribbon.

While the sisters are busy with making the rakhis, brothers, try your hand at these DIY Rakshabandhan gifts for your treasured sister!

Do tell us, which one of these turned out to be a favourite? Happy Rakshabandhan!

Source:MSN

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