59 DIY Greeting Cards Ideas to Accompany your Diwali Gifts

Are you an artist by nature, loving to create art; whether they are paintings, sketches, handwritten letters, or simply a heartfelt greeting card for a loved one? Then let me go ahead and ask you this, do you like to give your gifts to people with a touch of "you" in them? We do agree that a little personal touch makes gifts so much better. And of course, any gift is incomplete without a little personal note or a greeting card to express your thoughts with it. So for all those Diwali gifts you buy, be them eco-friendly Diwali gift hampers, unique Diwali gifts, Diwali lamps and lights, handmade Diwali items, corporate Diwali gifts, handmade Diwali gift hampers, or crockery Diwali gifts, we're gonna spread the joy and love of the personal touch with it, that is you!

How are we gonna do that, you might be wondering. Well then, let's reveal the beautiful and heartfelt way to personalize your gifts to make your loved ones feel extra special this Diwali. We're gonna find some of the most wonderous DIY Greeting Cards ideas to accompany our well chosen Diwali gifts to add that touch of magic to Diwali. So get your crafts hands on, we're gonna do Diwali right.

Without further ado, let's jump right into it. 59 DIY Diwali greeting card ideas to make your festivities even more festive; so that you don't run outta ideas to make those beautiful handmade cards.

1. Because when do diyas go out of trendy décor, specially on Diwali!

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2. Because intricately weaved patterns always look oh-so-royal!

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3. Of course, calligraphy!

 
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4. A little elegance and some minimal patterns.

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5. Simple, with a pop of colour full of love!

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6. Colourful lights are definitely the best part of it all.

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7. A little decoration always lights up the mood.

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8. Show off your drawing skills with flowers and diya!

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9. No rockets to be blown, but to be made? Well, that would be nice.

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10. Because handmade paper is always the correct choice.

 
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11. Let's add Ganeshji to the mix.

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12. Laxmiji and all things bright.

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13. A tinge of art and a blast of craft.

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14. Go on, use those creative faculties.

 
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15. Find those quirky messages you want to convey to them.

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16. Getting your hands all colourful with different glitters and crafts.

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17. The color of lights shall emerge victorious!

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18. All the well wishes, convey at once. Oh. and the mesmerizing mandala art.

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19. Choose your canvas and paint your heart out!

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20. Minimalistic art.

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21. Lots and lots of glitter!

 
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22. All about stencils!

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23. As minimal as it gets, as beautiful it looks.

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24. Show some doodling skills!

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25. Find the most festive colour combination. 

 
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26. Get a bit fancy with a double layered card. And show that beautiful handwriting!

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27. A blast of colors and flowery mandalas.

 
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28. The magic of white with a tinge of crayons.

 
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29. The warmth of drawing each stroke patiently.

 
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30. Diyas, diyas and some more diyas!

 
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31. Oh, and lotuses!

 
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32. Time for a splash of blueeeee!

 
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33. Keeping it simple and spiritual.

 
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34. Lanterns and some more of em.

 
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35. The charm of basics.

 
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36. The soothing ambience of smooth colours.

 
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37. Take those watercolours out!

 
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38. Paint Buppa with layers of watercolours.

 
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39. When art meets craft.

 
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40. How could we forget pencil colours!

 
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41. Let's make all types of diyas, afterall, it is Diwali!

 
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42. Flick that paint some more.

 
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43. Sketch pens and coloured sheets.

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44. Fancy font and peacocks! Oh, and doddly art.

 
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45. Remember those glittery scrap-paper and decorative tapes? Yeah, use them.

 
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46. Oh, this one's pretty stylish.

 
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47. Let's pour some love into this art.

 
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48. Diyas of craft paper, how creative!

 
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49. Lighten up, it's Diwali!

 
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50. Do you decorate your homes with lanterns?

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51. And the most festive combination, red and gold.

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52. Cloth flowers working their magic.

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53. Ribbons, craft paper, and double-sided tape.

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54. Feel the Diwali spirit with this one.

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55. Some top notch craft work.

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56. Shades of the sun!

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57. Sparkles and colourful mandalas.

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58. Those sky shots will look awesome over here on the card!

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59. A very festive, warm and happy Diwali!

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For all these gorgeous DIY Diwali greeting cards ideas, you could use the Decorative Floral Tapes which will make you go "Wowww!" The pattern on the tapes is simply astounding. Elegant and pastel, it is going to make you super excited to use them for your cards; be them painting sessions, craft sessions, or what ever else. These decorative tapes will accompany your piece of art, most stunningly. You could also use the beautiful and aesthetic Decoratives. Each bird in the pack is lovingly handpainted by Indian art. The pack comes with sticky foam squares, which can be used to attach the birds to any surface easily. So, there. Go on and create your personal touch of a masterpiece. You could look at the unique stationery we have for all the things you might need. 

It is, after all, Diwali and you'd definitely need the best gifts as well. Check out the ultimate Diwali gifting guide to decide what to gift whom! To make your gifting experience even more hassle free, go have a look at the special collection of Diwali Gifts under Rs 2000, Diwali Gifts under Rs 1000 and Diwali Gifts under Rs 500 and have the most fun Diwali gifting experience ever!

Why DIY Greeting Cards Are the Perfect Addition to Your Diwali Gifts

Welcome, DIY Diwali card ideas​- these homemade creations will complement your Diwali presents and will be the most heartfelt wishes to offer to your loved ones.   

• Add a Personal Touch: A greeting card made by you speaks of the care you have for the gift to be given on Diwali. Handmade card ideas for Diwali with a suitable message denote that someone spent time, energy, and thoughts to make the recipient feel special.

• Creative Expression: Self-made Diwali card design ideas entitle the individual's creativity. To put it in detail, you can also traverse the entire range of design, colour and texture. Decorate it with patterns similar to diyas, rangoli, lanterns or mehndi designs to give the image of Diwali.

• Complements Your Diwali Gifts: Personalized greeting cards make your Diwali gifts artistic and beautiful. It’s heartwarming when a beautiful, good-quality card is sent with Diwali sweets, utensils, or jewels. The card becomes a novelty if it has to be given during Diwali as the recipient can carry it with him after the celebration.

• Cost-Effective: It might also be cheaper to make your own Diwali greeting cards than to search for cards to buy in the stores. You can use cheap supplies, for instance, paper, markers, paints, glitter and stickers. Use ribbons, buttons or favourite fabric scraps, which you might have at home- upcycling is less expensive and friendly to the environment. 

• Encourages Sustainability: By using recycled papers or any old material leftover from crafts, include environmental consciousness into your traditions. If you decide to buy reusable items or packaging, you assist in making Diwali a cleaner and greener one.

• Fun Activity for All Ages: People usually like making special cards with their own hands as a good family pastime. Children and grown-ups can craft Diwali card making ideas together and thus bring some holiday mood to your household. A friend or family Diwali card-making session can also be another creative way of celebrating the festival.

• Opportunity to Showcase Cultural Symbols: There are many symbols related to Diwali card decoration ideas, such as diyas, Lakshmi-Ganesh motifs and designs of rangoli. Making these into your cards is all about tradition. You can apply bright colours such as gold, red and orange, which are associated with the festival of light.  

• Customizable Messages: If possible, you could pen down blessings, quotes or verses that relate to the light of Diwali, love, and prosperity. Sharing a brief personal experience or, at least, a wish or an experience one would like to share makes a message more appreciable (and is an interesting Diwali cards ideas for kids).

• Unique and Memorable: Every single card created is more significant than routine greeting cards. A handmade card is made along with an emotional touch and can be used to decorate the house as a part of Diwali decoration. 

• Simple and Quick to Make: Making a DIY card doesn’t have to be time-consuming or complicated. There are plenty of easy card making ideas Diwali and tutorials online that guide you through quick and simple steps. With basic materials, you can create something beautiful in under an hour, making it a practical option even for those short on time.   

Have a fun-filled Diwali!  

FAQs

1. What materials are needed for making a Diwali greeting card?

Cardstock or paper, markers or pens, glitter, stickers, decorative ribbons for tying, glue, scissors and motifs stencils for Diwali.  

2. Can I use recycled materials for my DIY cards?

Yes! Recycling materials such as used greeting cards, leftover papers, fabric and ecologically friendly products will help you come up with more environmentally friendly cards. 

3. What’s the best way to personalize a Diwali card?

You can add a personal touch to a Diwali card by adding the recipient’s name to a custom message and using designs as per their likeness or Diwali symbols like diya or rangoli.