4: Fresh Mango Leaf and Marigold Toran
The entrance threshold sets the tone for your entire festive home. A handcrafted toran brings natural beauty and wonderful aromas to your doorway. Buying fresh flowers and stringing them yourself saves significant money.
This traditional decoration symbolizes prosperity and welcomes good energy inside. Natural elements look much more sophisticated than cheap plastic imitations. You can complete this satisfying project in under an hour.
What you need
- Fresh green mango leaves
- Fresh orange and yellow marigold flowers
- Thick cotton string or twine
- A large tapestry needle
- Scissors
Step-by-step guide
- Measure your door frame and cut the twine with extra length.
- Thread the thick cotton string through your large tapestry needle.
- Pierce the base of a marigold flower and slide it down.
- Fold a mango leaf slightly and pierce it through the center.
- Alternate flowers and leaves until you fill the string length.
Pointers
- Store the finished toran in the fridge if making it early.
- Spray the leaves with water lightly to keep them looking fresh.
- Secure the ends with tight double knots before hanging.
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