Diwali Diya Crochet

 Hi friends, assalamu alaikkum. Today I made this video in hurry, as a friend of mine asked me a diya video. So please apologize if you don't like. But my friend liked it personally. 

Diwali, the Festival of Lights, symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. One beautiful and creative way to celebrate this festival is through Diwali Diya Crochet — a handmade craft that blends traditional symbolism with artistic expression. A crochet diya represents the small oil lamp that is lit during Diwali to bring prosperity, happiness, and peace into homes.

Creating a crochet diya involves using colorful yarns, a crochet hook, and a bit of creativity. Crafters often use bright shades like yellow, orange, red, and gold to symbolize warmth and light. The design usually includes a base bowl (to represent the clay lamp), a decorative rim, and a flame motif made from yellow or orange yarn. Some even add beads, sequins, or glitter thread to enhance its festive sparkle.

These crochet diyas are eco-friendly and reusable, making them a sustainable alternative to real oil lamps. They can be used to decorate homes, rangoli designs, puja areas, or even as gifts for friends and family. Many crochet enthusiasts also sell handmade diya sets online or at craft fairs during the festive season.

Beyond decoration, making crochet diyas brings joy, mindfulness, and a sense of connection to Indian tradition. It is a creative expression of devotion, patience, and celebration. Whether for personal use or gifting, Diwali Diya Crochet adds a warm handmade touch to the festival, spreading light and love in a unique and sustainable way.

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Crochet Terminology:

sl st - slip stitch 

sc- single crochet 

dc- double crochet 

tr- treble crochet 

hdc- half double crochet

ch- chain

 

Things needed:

1. Yarns

2. Darning Needle 

3. Scissors

Hook : 

3mm 

Written Pattern:

Step 1 : Magic ring.

Step 2 : R1 : 12 hdcs . Slst.

Step 3 : R2 : 2 hdcs on each. Slst. Tot 24 hdcs.

Step 4 : R3 : (1 hdc, 2 hdc)*12 times. Slst. Tot 36 hdcs.

Step 5 : R4 : fpdc.

Step 6 : R5 : 2 Dcs on the same st, (1 dc,1 hdc) on the next same st, 1 hdc on the next 8 sts, 2 hdcs on the next 9th st. Repeat till end of row.

Step 7 : make 1 hdc, 1 dc on the next same st, 2 Dcs on the next st. Slst.

Step 8 : R6 : 2trs on the same st, (1 tr,1 dc) on the next same st, 1 hdc on the next 9 sts, 2 hdcs on the next 10th st. Repeat till end of row.

Step 9 : make 1 dc, 1 tr on the next same st,1 tr 1 Dcs on the next st. Slst.

Step 10 : R7 : (1 slst, ch1) in each space, ch 1, cut off & sew ends.

Step 11 : For flame, ch 3, 1 dc on the 3rd ch, 1 tr , 1 dc & then ch 2 & slst in same space, ch 1, cut off & sew ends.

Step 12 : add white yarn & your diya is ready!!!

Hope it was easy to understand and crochet. Please share your valuable comments which would help me a lot.

Thank you!!