Best Diwali Gifts for People Who Love Beautiful Home Lighting

Some people just love lights. You see it in their homes. There’s a lamp in every corner, a few candles on the shelf, and fairy lights on the balcony all year long.

If you have a friend or family member like this, Diwali is the perfect time to give them something they will really use. After all, it is the festival of lights.

So what should you get them? Read on for some easy ideas.

What Kind of Lighting Gifts Can You Give?

There are lots of choices for best diwali gifts. Some cost very little. Some cost more. Here are the ones most people like.

Table lamps – A small lamp is never a bad idea. It can go next to the bed, on a study table, or in the living room. Lamps with cloth shades give a soft, calm light. Glass shades look fancy and bright.

Diyas – You can’t go wrong with diyas on Diwali. Clay diyas are simple and cheap. Brass ones look rich and can be used every year. Some come in sets of five or ten.

Tealight holders – These are small cups for tiny candles. The nice ones have holes or cut patterns on the sides. When the candle burns, you see little shapes of light on the wall. Kids love them.

Lanterns – A lantern can hang near the main door or on the balcony. Ones with coloured glass look really pretty after dark.

Fairy lights – These are long wires with lots of tiny bulbs. People put them on plants, windows, mirrors, and even headboards. Get the ones that run on batteries if there’s no plug point nearby.

Candles that smell nice – A scented candle is two gifts in one. It gives light, and it makes the room smell good. Rose, jasmine, and sandalwood feel very Diwali.

Floor lamps – This one is for people with a big room. A tall lamp in the corner makes the whole space feel cosy. It’s also great for reading at night.

Which One Fits Which Home?

Here’s a simple table to help you decide.

Small Things to Check Before You Buy

A gift is only good if it suits the person. Take a minute to think about these.

• Their style. Is their home modern or old-style? Shiny metal and simple shapes go well in new flats. Brass and wood suit traditional homes better.
• The size of the room. Don’t buy a big floor lamp for a small 1BHK. Go for something that fits on a table or hangs on the wall.
• Warm or white light. Bulbs come in two main colours. Warm light is yellow and soft. White light is sharp and bright, like an office. For Diwali, most people prefer warm lighting for cosy festive feel.
• Kids and pets. If there are small children or a naughty cat at home, skip real flames. LED candles look almost the same and are much safer.

Go for LED

LED bulbs cost a bit more at first. But they use very little power and last for years. So the person you gift it to will save money on the light bill.

Make It Feel More Personal

You don’t need to spend a lot to make a gift special. Try one of these:

• Put a box of sweets along with the lamp.
• Add spare batteries for fairy lights.
• Give diyas with a small bottle of oil and some cotton wicks.
• Write a little note in your own handwriting.
• Wrap it in bright paper or a cloth bag.

What Not to Buy

A few things can turn a nice gift into a problem.

• Very cheap wires that get hot.
• Lamps with sharp metal edges in a home with kids.
• Plugs that won’t fit Indian sockets.
• Anything too big to carry or place.

To Sum Up

Picking the best Diwali gifts for a light lover is easy once you know their home. Think about the room, their taste, and who lives there. Then choose a lamp, a set of diyas, or a string of fairy lights.

Good lighting stays with them long after the crackers are gone. Every time they switch it on, they’ll think of you.

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Image Published on Aug 27, 2017