Dashan décor
The festive season is here and, with that, it’s time to host people and have some nice get-togethers that will make you forget all your worries. But before you start welcoming guests, why not ensure your home reflects the festive spirit? Here are three nifty ways you can change the look of your space to lend it a celebratory vibe.
Use fun fabrics
You can’t go around changing all your upholstery but you can give them a quick facelift by covering them with fabrics that signify the festivities. Floral or ikat prints and patterns work wonderfully to give your living space a holiday cheer. Simply drape some fabric over the armrest of your couches or use them as throws. You can use old sarees to cover your cushions too or buy some inexpensive ones at one of the many stores that are offering holiday discounts at the moment. Check out Kaapa in Kupondole, Lalitpur or Cotton Co Nepal in Baneshwor Height in Kathmandu.
Decorate with flowers
One of the easiest and inexpensive ways of doing up your space involves decorating with flowers. You can use any glassware or ceramics you have around the house to create some stunning displays with flowers. Buy a few bunches of flowers and just put them up on the dining area or the coffee table. You can also choose to cut some long stems from trees and create a stunning display with leaves. Alternatively, you can add some battery-operated string lights to these to create a visually appealing setup. Though we don’t recommend fake flowers, we must admit there are some pretty real-looking ones available in the market these days. Try to play around with some but don’t go overboard with these as it can end up looking tacky.
Rotate your knickknacks
Our homes start looking boring because of the sameness of the décor day in and day out. Consider rotating your décor items to give your space a fresh appeal. Simply switching things up can change Take out your holiday decorations like the ‘panas’ (traditional oil lamps) and brass/bronze ‘khadkulo’ and use them as centerpieces on the dining table or on top of a console in the entryway. You can fill the khadkulo with water and place flowers or water petals and floating candles on it. Add a few drops of essential oil to the water to give your space a nice fragrance as well. The panas can be used in place of candlesticks or simply as décor items. If you are feeling especially quirky and creative, you can repurpose items around the house as festive décor. For instance, a brass puja ‘thali’ can be used as a coffee table tray. There is no rule here, just do what you feel works for you.
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