Alright everyone, gather ’round! So, Ganpati was just around the corner, and you know how it is – life gets busy, and suddenly, I realized I hadn’t planned a thing for the decoration. I really wanted something nice, something that felt festive, but honestly, I needed it to be quick and easy. No time for super elaborate stuff this year, but still wanted to make a cozy spot for Bappa.
Getting Started – The Hunt for Supplies!
First things first, I had to figure out what I could actually use. I wasn’t about to go on a massive shopping spree. My motto was: use what you’ve got!
- I rummaged through my old sarees and found this really vibrant yellow one. Perfect for a backdrop, I thought!
- Then, for a little platform, I eyed a small wooden stool that usually just sits in the corner.
- Fairy lights! You can’t go wrong with fairy lights. Luckily, I had a string tucked away from last Diwali.
- Grabbed some fresh marigold flowers from the local market earlier that day, and of course, a few diyas.
So, with my ‘materials’ all gathered, it was time to get to work.
Putting It All Together – Step-by-Step
Okay, so I picked a nice, clean corner in our living room. First, I cleared out the space. Always good to start with a blank canvas, right?
Then came the backdrop. I took that yellow saree and draped it against the wall. Getting it to hang nicely took a bit of fiddling. I used some thumbtacks – carefully, so as not to damage the wall too much – and a few safety pins to create some simple pleats. It wasn’t perfect, but it looked pretty decent and bright!
Next, I placed the wooden stool in front of the saree. To make it look a bit more special, I covered it with a smaller piece of red cloth I had. Just draped it over, nothing fancy.
Then, the fairy lights! I carefully strung them behind the top edge of the saree, letting them hang down a bit. This part always adds a bit of magic, I think. I just taped the battery pack to the back of the stool so it was hidden.
After that, I started arranging the flowers. I made a little border of marigolds around the base of the stool and scattered a few petals. I also placed a couple of small, unlit diyas around. I even managed to find a small, pre-made toran (a door hanging) that I just pinned across the top of the saree – a lucky find!
Finally, with everything else in place, I carefully brought our Ganpati idol and placed Him on the decorated stool. I took a step back, adjusted a flower here, a light there.
The Final Look – Simple and Sweet!
And that was pretty much it! Honestly, from start to finish, it probably took me just under an hour. It wasn’t anything over-the-top, no complicated structures or expensive props. Just simple things put together with a bit of care.
But you know what? It felt so good. The corner looked warm, inviting, and perfectly festive for Ganpati. It was proof that you don’t always need a ton of time or money to create something meaningful. Sometimes, quick and easy is the way to go, and it still turns out beautiful. I was super happy with my little setup, and it just felt right for our home celebration.
