Stunning DIY ammavaru crown
Every year, I create a new version of the Ammavaru crown. It’s a piece of jewelry that is not only easy to make with simple materials but also incredibly versatile, […]
Simple DIY festive backdrop
As August draws near each year, I feel a palpable thrill in the air. The anticipation of planning and preparing for the festivities brings such joy and excitement, with a […]
Amazing Amazon finds for Varalakshmi
If you’ve followed me for sometime, you know my love for Varalakshmi. Over the years, I have created and decorated my ammavaru with utmost care and detailing. While I find […]
My ammavaru 2023
This year, as I put together my Ammavaru, my mom’s wisdom about the power of sankalpam, intent, and manifestation echoed in my mind. It was an all-hands-on-deck situation, assembling her […]
Saree draping for ammavaru
Draping the saree for ammavaru is a time-consuming activity and requires a lot of patience, especially if you are doing it for the first time! After all, it will make […]
Different styles of Varalakshmi ammavaru crowns
Lakshmi ammavaru crowns can be done in a lot of different ways. They are quite satisfying to make, and they make standout pieces. You can use your own creativity and […]
Regal pearl ammavaru crown
Pearls are the epitome of timeless charm, effortlessly transcending eras and embodying classic sophistication in the realm of fashion. While I adore the classic traditional pearl styles, I’m equally enthralled […]
Flower backdrop, re-invented
Two years after I created a lotus back drop, it got re-invented by my sister. Just with a few upgrades and repurposing 3d flowers we created a completely new and […]
DIY Banaras crown for Ammavaru
It’s that time of year when we start planning for the Varalakshmi festivities. The excitement is in the air, and we’re all busy with detailed planning involving browsing through Pinterest […]
Navratri
Navratri is the Hindu festival celebrating the triumph of good over evil by the goddess Durga by killing the demon Mahishasura. Navratri in Sanskrit means nine nights which signifies this festival being observed for nine nights with nine different colors: […]
Festive Backdrop using Banana leaves
Flourish your backdrop with banana leaves and perfect a traditional outlook for your festival with DesiDIY. A backdrop of banana leaves is a classic décor idea for any pooja event. […]
My ammavaru 2022
Varalakshmi Pooja has always been my fav festival since my childhood. I love making ammavaru with my mom, helping her doing the saree, me and my sister loved putting all […]
Pastel Canopy Backdrop
Festive season is so colorful and we always want to create new backdrops for varalakshmi pooja, ganesh chathurthi and Krishna ashtami. This year we have tried something new and would […]
My sisters ammavaru 2022
Our varalakshmi ammavaru journey has always been a roller coaster, either something arrives late, someone falls sick or even move the pooja to next week. Mine happened to move next […]
DIY Ammavaru bhujalu
Deity accessory collection is quite unique and bhujalu or Tomala is one of them. Adding tomala gives such elegant look to your ammavaru decor and gives wide shoulder posture to […]
Varalakshmi Ammavaru 2021
The Hindu festival in the name of of Varalaksmi Ammavaru is prominent in the states of Karnataka, Andhrapradesh, Telangana and Tamilnadu. This auspicious day falls on the second friday or […]
DIY Parrot backdrop
Backdrop to any decor is a vital part which enhances the ambience. For Varalakshmi Ammavaru I have set up a backdrop that goes well with the theme of this auspicious […]
DIY Golu steps
Golu is the festive display of dolls and figurines in South India during the autumn festive season, particularly around the multiday Navaratri. These golu steps can be used in any festive […]
DIY Flower Prabhavali
The Prabhavali or Prabhai is an essential part of the adornment of an idol which depicts the aura of the presiding deity. This Prabhabavali mostly comes in brass, bronze, and […]
Varalakshmi Ammavaru 2020
Varamahalakshmi Vrata is performed by women for their own well being and that of all their family members. It is believed that those who perform this Vratam will be blessed […]
Double saree draping on Ammavaru
There are a lot of ways of how you can make ammavaru, but I recommend making ammavaru with one of the dolls we find in most stores. I have made […]
Our Varalakshmi ammavaru 2019
I hope you guys had a wonderful varalakshmi pooja. Checkout our ammavaru this year and let me know what you guys think 😍. In case you bumped into this post […]
DIY Varalakshmi Vratham Ammavaru Andal koppu
Hello Peeps!! how are the preparations going on for the varalakshmi pooja, have you got some new jewelry, new sari yet :P. if not, start your shopping spree right away […]
Ammavaru Lotus DIY
Adorn your Lakshmi with this beautiful lotus this festive season!!! Either its Lakshmi pooja, Ganesh chathurthi, or Diwali, create this huge lotus to have your idol seated. This detailed tutorial […]
How to get temple look for your Varalakshmi ammavaru
Festive season is on! We have Varalakshmi vratham coming up in 2 weeks. There have been a lot of questions on the jewelry and accessories that I used to dress […]
DIY Ammavaru Doll
A lot of you might not have a doll, so here I am to show you how you can make beautiful ammavaru with a lamp shade. If you have the […]