Raksha Bandhan is coming up soon and you must be excited to celebrate the occasion with your dear siblings. Of course, Rakhi stands out from all other festivals that we celebrate in India and across the world. This is because of its unique symbolism of love and warmth between siblings. Sisters tie Rakhis on their brothers traditionally on this day, while many tie Rakhis on their sisters too. It is not just a plain Rakhi; it is a sacred thread of love and protection where we pray for our sibling’s long life and prosperous future.
However, do you know how to tie Rakhis in unique ways? This is something that has been experimented with time and again. It’s not just the traditional style; multiple unique ways have evolved over the years and we will examine some of them below.
Tying Your Rakhi in Traditional Yet Fun Ways
Here are some of the ways in which you can tie your Rakhi this year.
Traditional Way
In this system, you will basically tie a simple knot in the middle of the Rakhi thread, ensuring that the lengths are equal on both the sides. The simple knot is usually tied on the right wrist of the sibling (it is regarded as auspicious) and an Aarti is performed (worship ritual). Then, the sister applies the Tika or mark on the forehead with Kumkum, Roli, and turmeric. It is mostly done with rice grains as well. The icing on the cake is the Thali that is made with the Rakhi, sweets, Roli, rice, and other necessary items.
Unique Systems
Be it opting for online Rakhi delivery or physically tying the Rakhi, you can always make it more creative and fun with ribbon Rakhis. There are Rakhis with ribbons in diverse colors and you can add buttons, small flowers, and even beads for a unique effect. In fact, there are several Rakhis that you will find with exquisite beadwork online, especially at leading gifting portals like FNP.
At the same time, you can opt for photo Rakhis where a small photograph of your sibling or a special memory is showcased for a unique touch. Other options include a dedicated Bhaiya Bhabhi Rakhi to surprise both your brother and sister-in-law on the occasion and beaded Rakhis with string beads and delightful patterns. Wool and bamboo Rakhis are also popular along with nature-themed pieces that use flowers and leaves for an earthy touch.
You can also choose clay and cartoon Rakhis (printed cartoon characters), and Rakhi bracelets which are more of accessories than anything else. If you want to keep it creative yet traditional, choose from themes like Kundan, Ganesha, Om, Swastik, and Evil Eye, to name a few.
Building Unique Rakhi Gift Hampers for the Occasion
It’s not just about choosing the right Rakhi for your sibling. You can take your pick from several unique Rakhi gift hampers that he or she will adore! You can include everything from the traditional Roli Chawal to uniquely designed Rakhis and of course, some delicious sweets like Laddoos, Barfi, Kaju Katli, Gulab Jamun, and so on. Another option is to fill up your hamper with tempting chocolates (that your siblings love), dry fruits like almonds and pistachios, and even personalized gifts like mugs and photo frames.
You can incorporate a special note wishing your sibling a very Happy Rakhi and send off the hamper right away. The entire process is simple and hassle-free at leading online gifting platforms like FNP and will not take too much of your time. So, why stick with the tried and tested this Rakhi? Get creative and tie your Rakhi innovatively in 2025!
