New Delhi: Raksha Bandhan 2026 will be celebrated on August 28, bringing families together to celebrate the lovely bond between brothers and sisters. For
school students, the festival can also be an opportunity to turn that affection into something handmade. A rakhi made with beads, wool or colourful paper, a personalised card or even a small gift box can make the celebration more meaningful than a store-bought present.
These crafts are also simple enough to make in a classroom activity with basic supplies such as chart paper, ribbons, foam sheets, wool, beads and ice cream sticks. Younger children can work on simpler designs, while older students can experiment with quilling, mirrors and decorative elements. Here are some easy Raksha Bandhan crafts that students can make at school and take home for their siblings.
Raksha Bandhan crafts students can make
Cardboard and bead rakhi
Give an old cereal box a new purpose by cutting out a small circle from the cardboard. Paint it in bright colours and decorate the edges with beads or sequins. Attach the finished piece to colourful thread or wool to create a simple handmade rakhi.
Quilled paper flower rakhi
Quilling paper can be turned into a delicate flower-shaped rakhi with a few basic steps. Roll thin strips into tight coils, shape them into petals and glue the pieces together on a small circular base. Finish it with a silk ribbon to make the rakhi easy to tie.
Handprint memory card
A handprint card can become a personalised Raksha Bandhan keepsake. Trace a student’s hand on folded chart paper and cut around the outline so that the card opens. Students can write a short message or poem inside and add a small rakhi drawing to the front.
Foam shape rakhi
Glitter foam sheets can be used to create colourful rakhis in different shapes. Cut out stars, hearts or flowers, layer two or more pieces and add a bindi or rhinestone to the centre. Attach a ribbon to the back and the rakhi is ready.
Woollen pom-pom rakhi
This craft needs little more than wool and a decorative base. Wrap wool around your fingers, tie the middle firmly and cut through the loops to create a small pom-pom. Glue it onto a foam base and attach a silk thread to complete the rakhi.
Kundan and mirror rakhi
For a more decorative design, students can use a small acrylic mirror and a transparent OHP sheet. Stick the mirror to the sheet, outline it with ball chains or kundan stones and carefully trim the excess plastic. Add threads at the back to finish the rakhi.
Raksha Bandhan crafts beyond rakhis
Mini thali decoration
A small cardboard plate can be transformed into a festive mini thali. Paint the plate in bright colours, decorate its rim with mirrors and lace, and place a handmade paper rakhi along with a small pack of roli and akshat inside.
Craft stick gift box
Ice cream sticks can be turned into a small handmade gift box for a sibling. Glue four sticks together to create a square base, then add more sticks around the edges to form shallow walls. Paint the box and line the inside with tissue paper before placing a small Raksha Bandhan gift inside.
These Raksha Bandhan crafts allow students to make something personal for their brothers or sisters while keeping the activity simple enough for a school setting.
