Top 11 DIY Diwali Greeting Cards And Gift Ideas For Kids

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Handmade Diwali Card

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Diwali, the festival of lights, is a celebration filled with love, laughter, and joy, along with loads of delicious sweets, crackers, decorations, and rangoli. It is also an occasion to exchange gifts with your loved ones and show your love and care for them. In this post, we bring to you some interesting Diwali card ideas for kids. Children absolutely love everything about this wholesome festival, and here are some gift ideas for kids to make this season even more special. Read on to pick the perfect gift for your little one this Diwali with the help of our suggestions.

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1. Handmade Diwali card with a diya center

Handmade diwali card for kids with a diya center pictures

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You Will Need:

  • Glitter glue
  • White craft paper.
  • Pattern or handmade paper in different colors (gold for diya and yellow for the flame).
  • Golden dusting powder.
  • Sequins

How To:

  1. Draw and cut out the diya from the golden handmade paper.
  1. Draw the flame on the yellow paper and cut it out.
  1. Fold the card stock paper in half. Cut and stick out the handmade paper on the front side of the card.
  1. Cut out a pattern from the purple or any other colored handmade paper and stick in the center of the card. You can also use some Diwali-themed coloring pages for your patterns.
  1. Cut the same pattern, but an inch smaller than the white card stock paper. Stick it on the purple paper.
  1. Apply the golden dusting powder on the edges of the white cut out.
  1. Now attach the lamp and flame in the center of the white cut out.
  1. Decorate the card with glitters and sequins.
  2.  This will be one of the best handmade diwali greeting cards for kids.

2. Happy Diwali greeting card

You Will Need:

  • 1/8″ blue, green, yellow and red paper quilling strips.
  • Glue gun
  • Brown card stock paper.
  • Thin, blue and green ribbons.

How To:

  1. Use the teardrop shape for the flame and the half-moon shape for the diya. You’ll have to pinch it a little more to make it look like a diya. Make two lamp and flame shapes but in different colors.
  1. Glue the diya to any place of your choice.
  1. Now hot glue the two ribbons on the edges of the card. The card is ready.
  2. It’s a simplest Diwali greeting card making for children to make in a very few steps.

Indira Tanwar, a blogger and an arts and crafts fanatic from India, describes how she made her fancy Diwali card. She explains, “I started by embossing the background with collage clay and a stencil from Craftslane. Then I colored it with distressed inks – Peacock Feathers, Shabby Shutters, and Forest Moss. The colorful pattern paper is a scrap piece from a very old card. Then started the decoration with a peacock. The mdf peacock is from Itsy Bitsy. I colored it with gold acrylic paint and embellished it with loads of rhinestones. Added a few more elements like the skeleton leaves in gold, some punched leaves, and mdf leaves. At last, I added the sentiment which is a sticker from Pie Lane, and finished the look with a golden thread and sequins and rhinestones here and there (i).”

3. Simple Diwali card

You Will Need:

  • 6*8-inch white card stock, folded in half.
  • Red marker
  • Red glitter tape
  • Scissors
  • Handmade paper scraps in different colors and designs.
  • Glue
  • Sequins in various colors.

How To:

  1. Stick the glitter tape on the long side of the card. It should be an inch above the edge.
  1. Draw and cut out diya shapes from the handmade paper. Glue the diyas on one side of the card.
  1. Now put the sequins all over the card, except the tape and diyas cut out.
  1. Write Happy Diwali in italics and the card is ready.
protip_icon Quick tip
Help your children use glitter pens to write a Diwali message they’d want to convey or lovely Diwali quotes in a nice font.

4. Diya cut out card

Simple handmade Diwali card

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You Will Need:

  • OHP sheet
  • Card stock paper
  • Glass outliner
  • Glass paints
  • Glitter
  • Glue

How To:

  1. Fold the card stock paper into half. Draw and cut out a lamp shape from the card stock paper. This way, both the sheets will be attached.
  1. Draw and cut out the same shape on the OHP sheet. Make sure it’s slightly bigger than the cutout.
  1. Reverse and draw the diya using the glass outliner. Allow the paint to dry for at least 10 to 15 minutes.
  1. Fill the outline with colors of your choice. You can even use glitter to make the paint pop out. Leave it to dry for 30 minutes.
  1. Use the extra bit of OHP sheet for sticking the sheet to the card. Your card is ready.
  2. This will be an exceptional diwali gift for kids.

5. Shimmering card

Shimmering diwali card for kids

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You Will Need:

  • Lace
  • Paper of any two colors, (not black, white or gray)
  • Sparkle pen
  • Scissor
  • Glue
  • Sketch pens

How To:

  1. Make an 8-inch long and 5-inch wide rectangle with both colored papers.
  1. Fold the rectangle from the center.
  1. Make a design on the top of the card and cut it out.
  1. One the other colored paper, draw a lamp and then cut it out.
  1. Decorate the lamp with colored sketch and glitter pens.
  1. Stick the lamp design on the inner portion of the card.
  1. Decorate the cover with the lace and write Happy Diwali on it.

6. Cinnamon candles

Cinnamon candle idea for kids

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You Will Need:

  • 3-inches thick pillar candle
  • Cinnamon sticks
  • Hot-glue gun
  • Floral shears
  • Ribbon

How To:

  1. Measure the candle height and cut the cinnamon stick with the floral shears. The sticks should be slighter longer than the candle.
  1. Attach the cinnamon sticks vertically to the candle. Stick the second stick only when the first one has dried.
  1. Wrap a ribbon around it and you are done.
  1. This can be the best Diwali greetings  for kids which can be exchanged with their loved ones.

7. Diwali platter

Decorative diya n thali diwali card for kids

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You Will Need:

  • 7 to 8 small sized diyas
  • White small stones
  • Large and small blue rhinestones
  • Silver lace
  • Glitter glue
  • Square wooden base
  • Acrylic paint in silver and royal blue

How To:

  1. Paint the diyas in the colors of your choice. Apply three coats of paints and leave it to dry.
  1. Hot glue the white stones to the rim of the diya.
  1. Apply a coat of paint to the wooden base.
  1. Glue the lace to the four sides of the wooden base.
  1. Make an outline using the silver glitter glue.
  1. Now stick big and small stones alternatively on the sides of the frame.
  1. Glue white stones upon the large blue stones.
  1. At the four corners, glue round mirrors and small white stones.
  1. Now make a design using the pearls and sequins in the center of the wooden base. Border it with silver lace. use this ideas and create an awesome diwali greeting card for kids at home.

8. Paper bag lightning

Paper bag lantern for kids

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You Will Need:

  • Utility knife
  • Outdoor string lights
  • Masking or paper tape
  • 1½ inch wide satin ribbon
  • Flat-bottom bags

How To:

  1. Make 2 inches slit through the top sides of the bag.
  1. Open the bag and cut an X in the bottom center. Thread through a 2-foot long ribbon through the slits. Tie a knot.
  1. Slip the bulb through the X, making sure that the socket is fully inside. Seal the wire and the plug with the paper or masking tape. Repeat the method until all the bulbs are covered.

9. Moroccan lantern

You Will Need:

  • Rubbing alcohol
  • Mason jars in different colors
  • Wire
  • Paintbrush
  • Glass paint
  • Gold dimensional puff paint

How To:

  1. Clean the glass jars with rubbing alcohol.
  1. Apply gold dimensional paint in different patterns. Leave it aside to dry.
  1. Pour a small amount of paint in the jar and coat its insides. Leave it to dry.
  1. The lanterns are ready.
protip_icon Point to consider
You may collect glass jars of all shapes and sizes. Any jar sufficiently large to securely hold a tea light will work. It could include jam, pickles, sauce, and storage jars.

10. Seashell candles

Candles in seashells

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You Will Need:

  • Seashells
  • Water
  • Bleach
  • Double boiler
  • Wax

How To:

  1. Clean the seashells with a solution of water and bleach. Leave the shells to dry.
  1. Melt the wax in the double boiler. Now pour the melted wax into the shells up to the brim.
  1. Trim and place the wicks along with holders into the shells.
  1. Leave it for 30 minutes to cool.

11. DIY Luminaries

DIY Luminaries

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You Will Need:

  • Paper bags
  • Acrylic paints or markers
  • Craft glue
  • Craft scissors
  • Flameless tea light candles or fairy lights

How To:

  1. DIY Diwali luminaries using paper bags are a simple and eco-friendly craft.
  2. Choose plain paper bags and use acrylic paints or markers to decorate them with traditional Diwali patterns or intricate designs.
  3. Allow the painted bags to dry completely before cutting out optional patterns for a glowing effect.
  4. Apply craft glue along the cut edges to reinforce the paper.
  5. Once prepared, insert flameless tea light candles or fairy lights into each bag.
  6. The decorated paper bags will emit a warm and festive glow, creating a beautiful ambiance for Diwali.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How can parents encourage their children to make Diwali cards?

Parents can encourage children to make Diwali cards by involving them in festivities. You may explain them the importance of the festival through storytelling, involve them in making festivities treats, cleaning the house, and wishing and giving gifts to family members and friends.

2. What are some eco-friendly options for making Diwali cards for kids?

You may encourage children to use materials, such as cardboard, Pistachio shells, twigs, dry leaves, flowers, feathers, and used fabrics.

3. How can Diwali cards for kids help in teaching them about Indian culture and traditions?

Diwali cards can be a fun tool to teach kids about Indian cultures and traditions since they serve as visual representations showcasing vibrant designs, traditional patterns, and symbols. In addition, they can portray narratives from the Ramayana (Hindu epic that forms the festival’s basis) or a picture of Goddess Lakshmi, who is worshiped during Diwali.

4. What are some benefits of sending and receiving Diwali cards for kids?

Some of the many benefits of sending and receiving Diwali cards for children include fostering family bonding and cultural connections, promoting social and emotional development, multicultural awareness, and instilling a feeling of gratitude and generosity.

Diwali is one of the most-awaited Indian festivals for kids. It is a festival of lights, colors, good food, and giving. These Diwali greeting cards for children and gifts ideas will add an exciting and creative touch to your festivities. Gifting your family and friends these handmade crafts will add a unique personalized touch. These gift and greeting card making ideas for kids will boost your child’s creativity and allow them to bond with their family members. Since most schools declare holidays around Diwali, you can make your children utilize this time for doing these crafts.

Infographic: Diwali Greeting Card And Candle Ideas

Diwali, the festival of lights, is a time of joy and celebration for the entire family, especially the young ones. Expressing your love and warm wishes with personalized DIY gifts and greeting cards can add to the charm of this festival. Check out the infographic below for ideas on DIY gifts and greeting cards for Diwali to make with children.

diy diwali greeting card and candle ideas for children (infographic)

Illustration: Momjunction Design Team

Key Pointers

  • Exchanging gifts with loved ones is a special way to celebrate Diwali.
  • Through Diwali cards, children can express their knowledge of Hinduism by drawing, painting, or creating characters inspired by them.
  • A few eco-friendly materials to make Diwali gifts can be cardboard, twigs, dry leaves, flowers, feathers, and used fabrics.

Illustration: Top 11 DIY Diwali Greeting Cards And Gift Ideas For Kids

diwali card for kids_illustration

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Make your Diwali special with these 7 easy and creative Diwali cards! Learn how to make beautiful cards for your loved ones in this video.

Personal Experience: Source

MomJunction articles include first-hand experiences to provide you with better insights through real-life narratives. Here are the sources of personal accounts referenced in this article.

i. Handmade Diwali Card 1 – 2015;
https://arty-sorts.blogspot.com/2015/
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Debolina Raja
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Debolina Raja came into the writing world while she was playing around with words and participating in various literary events. She found her writing interest in various genres such as health, wellness, parenting, relationship, and brand management and gained more than five years experience in it.

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Deepa Thomas
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Deepa Rachel Thomas holds a master’s degree in English from the English and Foreign Languages University, Hyderabad. She has done a certification course in Child Development and worked as a mentor for young children at an NGO that focuses on helping children develop their language and soft skills.

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