“Yaar, I want to upgrade my home decor… but don’t want to spend lakhs!”
Heard that before?
We all want that Pinterest-worthy home, that magazine-type living room…
But then reality hits —
Carpenter charges.
Designer charges.
Furniture costs.
GST.
And suddenly your simple sofa upgrade turns into a ₹2.5 lakh project.
🤦🏻♀️
But what if I told you —
You don’t need to renovate to refresh your space?
You can change the vibe of your home with just creativity, craft, and a bit of jugaad.
Let me show you how 👇🏻
25+ Home Decor Craft Ideas That Can Transform Your Home — Without Breaking the Bank
Let’s say it straight:
You don’t need fancy design.
You need intelligent desi hacks.
Because real Indian homes aren’t made by catalogs.
They’re made with stories, warmth, and a bit of DIY madness.
1. Don’t Buy New Pots. Paint the Old Ones.
Grab those dusty terracotta pots lying on the balcony.
Paint them in warli, madhubani, or just solid bright yellow & teal.
Add a few indoor plants — and boom! That corner is now Pinterest-worthy.
2. Macrame is Not Just for Boho Girls on Instagram
Yes, you can make it at home.
Macrame wall hangings. Plant holders. Even curtain ties.
All you need?
Some cotton rope, a few YouTube tutorials, and your favourite playlist.
3. Bottle + Fairy Lights = Instant Magic
Don’t throw those wine or juice bottles.
Paint them. Drop a warm string light inside.
Place it on a shelf or dining table.
Congratulations, your home just got a mood upgrade for under ₹200.
4. Old Saree = New Curtain
Your mom’s silk saree that she doesn’t wear anymore?
Make it a curtain.
Add it to your pooja room or bedroom window.
Trust me, the way light hits silk? Chef’s kiss.
5. Embroidery Hoops + Kurti Borders = Wall Art
Stretch beautiful old fabrics into embroidery hoops.
Hang them in groups.
You just created a budget art wall that screams “designer taste with hometown swag.”
6. DIY Name Plate That Reflects YOU
Use wood, clay, gota, paint — even mirror work.
Write your family name in your mother tongue.
Add tiny bells if you like sound therapy.
Every time someone enters, they’ll know — “Yeh ghar kisi artist ka hai.”
7. Make a Vision Wall
Buy jute string. Clip printed family photos, handwritten quotes, even panchtantra learnings.
It’s a wall full of stories — not just design.
8. Convert Trays into Rangoli Art
You know those plain wooden trays?
Paint them in traditional rangoli or mandala style.
Hang them. Stack them. Or use them as functional art.
Bonus: Looks amazing during Diwali.
9. Cushion Covers with Mirror Work? Always a Yes.
Take your old lehenga or dupatta borders.
Stitch them onto plain cushion covers.
Now your boring sofa is a festive fashion show.
10. Scented Diyas & Tea-Cup Candles
Use melted wax + essential oil + old tea cups.
Make your own scented candles.
Sandalwood for pooja, lavender for bedroom, rose for romance.
What You Need to Remember:
The problem is never “budget”.
The problem is: you think you need BIG things to feel BIG emotions.
But in Indian homes, it’s the small things that carry the most soul.
That photo wall.
That upcycled bottle with light.
That curtain your dadi once wore.
These aren’t just decor items.
They’re emotional architecture.
So What’s the Real Secret?
You don’t need a “design degree” to make your home look good.
You need:
- A few old items
- A little love
- A weekend with no distractions
- And some help from blogs like these 😉
Want More Ideas?
I’ve curated 40+ more desi-style home decor hacks — from Vastu-based corners to pooja shelf styling to balcony transformations.
All super simple.
All doable under ₹5,000.
Click here to explore our full DIY decor section →
Or…
Feeling lazy but still want a makeover?
📞 Book a call with our Behomly design team.
We’ll help you blend your personality + space + budget into one beautiful home.
Because you don’t need crores to feel proud of your space.
You just need the right intent — and a little inspiration.
Behomly
Homes with Heart. Crafted for India.
