Gifts with a twist

Pulling the Right Card

A pack of cards can indeed change fortunes, especially if the pack is made of gold. Homeshop18.com offers a variety of gold-plated playing cards. Made using 24k gold, a pure gold bar is compressed into a thin foil and fused with silicon to give it strength and durability. Each of these cards is non-tarnishable.

Available at homeshop18.com; Rs 835, Rs 999, and Rs 1,999 for the three variants

DIY treats

The Hab, a unique experiential haberdashery in Bandra, aims at promoting the art of sewing and embroidery. From candle bowl coasters and torans to greeting cards and gift bags, sewing experts will help you make your favourite item — and even customise them to suit your tastes — with materials from the store. After all, what’s Diwali without a personal touch?

Available at The Hab, Linking Road, Bandra; Rs 130 for a potli/ gift bag, Rs 130 for greeting card, Rs 155 -200 for candle bowl coaster and Rs 330 for a toran

Devil Diyas

While it is difficult to imagine

A Diwali celebration without traditional diyas, a little bit of experimentation certainly won’t hurt. Craftsvilla has a range of handmade and hand painted devil diyas that balance tradition with fun. Your loved ones can light these eye-catching diyas and spice up the celebrations at home.

Available at craftsvilla.com; Rs 249 for a pair

Sparklers all

Add some kitsch to your Diwali with Phataka coasters by The Big Bang

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