Goa, Nov. 5 -- Janet Mascarenhas

As Diwali brings with it the tradition of lighting up homes, handmade crochet lanterns are adding a creative twist to festive decorations. Moving beyond conventional lamps and lanterns, these handcrafted pieces bring together colourful yarn, intricate patterns and artistic detailing to create something both traditional and contemporary. From experimenting with designs to finding new ways to play with light, five creators share how they are giving crochet a festive glow.

REDISCOVERING CREATIVITY WITH CROCHET

Rucha Raul from Mapusa, leant to crotchet as a child. After being advised complete bed rest during pregnancy she took up crotchet again, and began crocheting lanterns last year. She received a warm r...