Bangle Diya Holder
Swami has said that it is very important to understand the inner significance of all festivals. During festivals, people have sacred bath early in the morning and wear new clothes, keep their houses and surroundings clean. The Vedas declare “Antar Bahischa Tat Sarvam Vyapya Narayana Stithaha” which means God is present within and around us. It is thus essential to be pure both internally as well as externally. While water helps to keep our body clean, it is Love that keeps our heart clean. Understanding the inner significance of festivals thus makes the celebration more meaningful.
As we all know, Deepavali is the festival of lights, symbolizing the victory of righteousness over evil. When Narakasura, the legendary Asura was killed, people were overjoyed and celebrated this occasion by lighting lamps. The word “Deepavali” means “rows of lamps”.
This Deepavali let us make a lamp holder using the old bangles. This best out of waste craft will certainly add to the joy of Deepavali celebrations!
Values Inculcated:
- Patience
- Creativity
- Making art out of waste / old stuff
- Keeping the surroundings clean
Materials Required:
- Old bangles
- An old tea coaster
- Glue
- Diyas or candles
Activity:
- Pick out old bangles from your collection. Choose bangles that will easily reflect light and those with intricate designs on them.
- Glue around 6 to 8 bangles together, one above the other to create a small tower. Any more bangles will cover the flame of the Diya completely.
- Glue the entire tower on a tea coaster. Place a Diya in it and do not worry about the wind diffusing the flame. Tea coaster will absorb the heat produced from the Diya.
- A Beautiful bangle lamp holder is ready.