Navratri is the time for devotion, celebration and rejuvenation. As homes become the centre of festive activity, it is important to create an environment that reflects the spirit of the festival. Over these nine auspicious days, here are nine home tips that will not only enhance the festive mood but also bring positivity and joy to your living space. 

• Declutter for a Fresh Start – The first day of Navratri is all about new beginnings, making it the perfect time to declutter your home. A clean, organised space invites positive energy and helps remove any stagnant or negative vibes. A clutter free home always allows for a clearer mind and an uplifting environment to begin the festivities.

• Infuse Festive Colours into Your Home – Navratri is celebrated with vibrant colours, each day symbolising a different shade. Bringing these colours into your home can amplify the festive spirit. You can also add rangolis and wall hangings to transform your home into a lively, festive space.

• Setting Up the Pooja Space – The third day is a good time to create or refresh your pooja corner where daily prayers and rituals are held. The pooja space should always be peaceful and inviting. It is important to always keep the pooja space clean and organised for a sense of calm and devotion.

• Organise the Kitchen for Festivities – Festivals bring with them a plethora of delicious foods and special dishes. A well organised kitchen ensures that cooking for Navratri is a joyous experience. Families can also add festive touches to their dining table, like a traditional tablecloth or a decorative centrepiece.

• Eco-Friendly Decor – As Navratri celebrates the triumph of good over evil, it is the perfect time to make environmentally conscious choices. Families can always make rangolis using organic powders or flowers to stay in tune with the environment and add a rustic charm to their home.

• Maximise Space for Gatherings – Festivals often mean family and friends coming together, so ensure your home is ready to accommodate guests comfortably. Focus on rearranging your furniture to create more open space for movement and conversation.

• Brighten Your Home with Festive Lighting – Navratri evenings are full of joy, prayers and sometimes even Garba dancing/ Create a warm, festive ambiance in your home with the right lighting. One can always use fairy lights or traditional diyas to illuminate their home.

• Add Traditional Touches to Your Home – Navratri is all about tradition and adding elements to your home can deepen the festive atmosphere. It also allows you to reconnect with your roots while celebrating the festival. Items like brass lamps, ethnic rugs and handwoven textiles can evoke a sense of timeless tradition and elegance in the home.

• Cleansing Ritual – The final day of Navratri is the perfect time to spiritually cleanse your home, preparing it for the new positive energy that follows. Cleansing rituals help in clearing out any negative energy from the home and attract harmony and success. Cleaning the home deeply on this day signifies a fresh, auspicious start as the festival comes to a close. Burning a sage or lighting an incense helps to purify the air inside the home thus destroying all kinds of negative energy.

Create an environment in your home that is not only festive but also full of positivity, harmony and joy. JLPL group wishes every family happy nine days of Navratri.