Today we’re making a paper diya. Kids of all ages will have fun making their own diya and learning about other cultures and beliefs. This printable craft is great for big kids and little kids alike and broadens their knowledge on different places around the world as well as different festivals and religions. Use this paper diya craft at home or in the classroom.
What Is A Paper Diya?
A diya is a lamp that uses oil and is typically made from clay. It’s often used in South Asian cultural and religious traditions. Especially during certain festivals like Diwali. Diwali is a Hindu festival of lights that is help in October to November. It’s associated with one of their goddesses and also marks the beginning of India’s fiscal year. There are variants of the festival of lights which is celebrated by other groups of people like: some Buddists, Jains, and Sikhs.
Ultimately this festival is celebrated as a symbol of good over evil or light over darkness. You can download and print our paper diya template now:
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Supplies Needed To Make A Paper Diya
How To Make A Paper Diya
Step 1
Download and print our diya template.
Step 2
Cut out the diya and the flame.
Step 3
Take one of the pattern pages and fold it like you would a paper fan. Each fold should be about 1/2 inches wide.
Step 4
Take your fan folded strip and fold it in half so that the short end is now touching the other end.
Step 5
Apply glue to the inner folds at the center crease. This will secure the fan shape.
Step 6
Glue the diya bowl in the middle of the folded fan.
Step 7
Lastly, glue the flame on the back side of your diya bowl so it looks like it’s in the center.
That’s it! Your paper diya craft is done!
What All Comes With The Diya Printable Template
This printable template comes with a number of things like:
- 6 Colored Diya Designs
- 6 Colored Flames
- 6 Patterned Background Templates
- 1 Back and White Diya Template To Color
There are so many different options to choose from! And there is even one you can decorate anyway you want.
Download and Print Our Paper Diya Template Printed PDF File
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How did your paper diya turn out? What color did you use?
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