Eid Decoration Ideas and Crafts for a Joyful Celebration

Eid is a time of joy, gratitude, and togetherness—and what better way to express the festive spirit than by decorating your home with beautiful, handmade touches? Whether you’re celebrating Eid al-Fitr or Eid al-Adha, these Eid decoration ideas and crafts will help set a joyful and welcoming atmosphere for family and guests.

Eid decoration ideas

Eid decoration ideas:

Here are top 10 craft ideas you can DIY at home for celebration that are budget-friendly and festive:

Let’s get started:

1. DIY Eid Mubarak Banners

A customized “Eid Mubarak” banner is the centerpiece of any Eid decor setup. You can use:

• Colorful cardstock or felt cutouts
• Gold foil letters or glitter markers
• Glue or stitch to a string
• Use mini clothespins to hang it across a wall, doorway, or dessert table
• Add crescent moons, stars, or lantern cutouts for a festive flair.

Eid star garland

Front door greetings

2. Crescent Moon and Star Wall Hangings

The crescent moon and star are classic Eid symbols. Create a wall hanging using:

• Cardboard cutouts wrapped in gold foil or glitter paper
• Shadow box and miniature items like stars, letters, and festive symbols
• LED fairy lights for a glowing effect
• Hang it near the entrance or prayer area to create a sacred, celebratory vibe.

Starry night art

3. Handmade Paper Lanterns (Fanous)

These traditional lanterns are fun to make and perfect for kids’ crafts. You’ll need:

• Colored construction paper
• Scissors and glue
• Gold accents or stickers
• Cut slits into a folded sheet of paper, roll it into a cylinder, and decorate! Use battery-powered tea lights inside for safe illumination.

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Paint an Ikea lantern for a modern look.

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4. Festive Table Centerpieces

Design a stunning Eid table using:

• Mason jars filled with dates or sweets or lanterns
• Mini crescent moons or paper stars on skewers
• Gold or white table runners with candles
• You can also create DIY place cards with guests’ names and tiny “Eid Mubarak” messages.

Eid Centerpiece

5. Balloon Bouquets with Islamic Patterns

Make balloon bouquets extra special with:

• Gold, white, and emerald balloons
• Crescent/star foil balloons
• Vinyl stickers with Arabic calligraphy (like “Eid Mubarak” or “Alhamdulillah”)
• Place them near the entryway or gift table for an eye-catching display.

Balloon decoration ideas

6. DIY Eid Countdown Calendar

Build excitement in the days leading up to Eid with a handmade countdown:

• Use envelopes, mini gift boxes, or paper pockets
• Fill each one with a small treat, Quranic verse, or kindness activity
• Decorate with washi tape, stickers, and Eid-themed designs
• This is a great family activity and a fun way to teach kids about gratitude and giving.

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7. Henna-Inspired Window Art

Create a gorgeous window display using:

• White or gold window erasable markers or paper
• Henna-style patterns (swirls, paisleys, flowers), lanterns, starry night
• Stencils for beginners

This adds a delicate and festive touch to your home and looks beautiful from outside too.

Eid window art

8. Eid Gift Wrapping Station

If you’re giving out Eid gifts, set up a decorative wrapping station with:

• Reusable fabric gift bags (furoshiki-style)
• DIY gift tags with crescent moons and stars
• Natural twine and dried flowers for a rustic look

This makes the gift-giving process more special and sustainable!

Gift Wrapping Ideas

9. Eid Greeting Cards

Nothing speaks more special than a handmade greeting card. Make a biodegradable card that does good for the nature:

• Make a pattern on your blank card with pencil.
• Create a water and paper mache by shredding and mixing paper in water
• Add food color to make different art
• Add seeds to the dried mixture
• Fill the outlines with paper mache and use glue to stick

Make an embroidered card

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Quilling Card

10. Festive Table Setting

Choose colors and festive touches to set a beautiful tablescape for festive dinner and celebration. Here are some ideas:

Cardstock star napkin holder

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Add Eid Ambience

• Burn bakhoor or scented candles with oud or rose
• Play soft nasheeds or Eid music
• Set out trays of dates, sweets, and drinks for guests

These little details enhance the festive mood and welcome everyone with warmth.

With a bit of creativity, you can transform your home into a beautiful celebration space filled with love and light. These Eid decoration ideas and crafts not only bring joy but also encourage family bonding and gratitude. Whether you’re going for a grand look or keeping it simple, your handmade touch will make this Eid truly unforgettable.

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