Navratri decoration ideas come down to three things — light, colour and devotion. In 2026 the nine nights of the Goddess run from Sunday 11 October to Monday 19 October, with Dussehra (Vijayadashami) on 20 October, so there is plenty of time to plan a setup that feels personal rather than store-bought.
The pieces that make a Navratri home memorable tend to be handcrafted: a brass Durga Maa idol catching the lamplight, an akhand jyot diya that burns steadily through all nine nights, a row of colourful dandiya dancers on the console. Every item below is made by artisans in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, and ships across India with Cash on Delivery.
Whether you are setting up a traditional golu, a puja corner for ghatasthapana, or simply a festive, garba-ready living room, here is how to decorate — and the handcrafted pieces that pull it together.
Durga Maa Brass Idol
Gujarati Dandiya Dancers
Brass Akhand Jyot Diya
Kalbeliya Dancers · Set of 3
Marble Meenakari Pooja Thali
Ghoomar Dancer Wall Hanging
Navratri 2026 Dates — and What They Mean for Your Decor
Decorating in step with the nine days keeps everything in the right order:
- Ghatasthapana / Kalash Sthapana — Sunday 11 October: the kalash and the akhand jyot are installed. This is when your puja corner goes up.
- Days 1–9 (11–19 October): the nine forms of Durga — the Navadurga — are worshipped, each day linked to a colour.
- Durga Ashtami & Maha Navami (18–19 October): the peak puja days, often with kanya pujan.
- Vijayadashami / Dussehra — Tuesday 20 October: the tenth day, celebrating the victory of good over evil.
The akhand jyot — a lamp kept continuously alight for all nine nights — is the heart of the setup, which is why a stable, draft-shielded brass diya matters more than anything purely decorative.
How to Decorate Your Home for Navratri
You do not need to redo a room. Five small zones do most of the work:
- The entrance: a toran over the door, a fresh rangoli, and a pair of dancer figurines to greet guests.
- The puja corner (ghatasthapana): the Durga idol at the centre, the kalash, the akhand jyot, and a pooja thali within reach.
- Lighting: brass diyas and aarti lamps along the corridor, balcony railing and puja shelf — warm light is what photographs beautifully.
- The display / golu: a tiered arrangement of figurines, with musicians on the lower steps and dancers and deities above.
- The garba-ready living room: clear one corner, add colour with cushions and dupattas, and place a few dandiya dancers where everyone gathers.
Best Navratri Decor & Puja Items from Kraftskala
Handcrafted pieces, grouped by where they go in your setup.
Goddess Durga & Deity Idols — the Heart of the Puja
Durga Maa Brass Idol — ₹2,199
The natural centrepiece of a Navratri puja — a finely cast brass Durga Maa murti that holds its shine for years and anchors your ghatasthapana corner.
Ganesha Shubh Labh Statue — ₹899
Every puja begins with Ganesha. This Shubh Labh statue invites prosperity and sits neatly beside the kalash.
Large Ganesha Idol, 10 inch — ₹999
A bigger 10-inch Ganesha for a fuller mantap or a living-room temple.
Diyas, Aarti Lamps & the Akhand Jyot
Brass Akhand Jyot Oil Diya — ₹2,499
Navratri’s akhand jyot must stay lit through all nine nights. The borosilicate glass shields the flame from drafts and keeps the brass clean — built for continuous burning.
Brass Oil Lamp Diya, 9 inch (Pack of 2) — ₹2,599
A pair of nine-inch brass oil lamps to line the entrance or puja shelf with steady, traditional light.
Lady with a Lamp Brass Aarti Diya — ₹2,999
A graceful brass aarti diya shaped as a lady holding the lamp — a puja piece and a year-round showpiece in one.
Brass Peacock Aarti Diya with Bell — ₹2,199
A brass peacock aarti diya with an integrated bell — the kind of detail that makes the evening aarti feel special.
Ganesh Diya Tealight Holder — ₹999
An affordable Ganesh-form tealight holder to scatter warm light across the display.
Dancer & Musician Figurines — the Soul of a Golu or Garba Display
Gujarati Dandiya Dancers (Set of 2) — ₹1,499
A colourful pair of Gujarati dandiya dancers mid-step — the quickest way to bring garba energy to a console or golu.
Kalbeliya Dancers (Set of 3) — ₹1,499
Three Kalbeliya dancers frozen in Rajasthan’s famous serpent dance, hand-finished in metal.
Bhangra Dancer Statue, 14 inch — ₹1,799
A spirited 14-inch Bhangra dancer that adds height and movement to a display shelf.
Ghoomar Dancer Wall Hanging — ₹1,699
Rajasthan’s most graceful dance, rendered as a wall hanging for the space behind your setup.
Rajasthani 5 Bawla Musicians (Wooden) — ₹1,699
Five Rajasthani Bawla musicians carved in wood — a classic golu row that tells a story.
Traditional Musicians (Set of 3) — ₹1,299
A set of three traditional musicians for the lower tiers of a golu or a festive side table.
Puja Thali & Essentials
Marble Pooja Thali with Meenakari — ₹1,299
A marble pooja thali with Meenakari work to hold the diya, roli, rice and prasad through every aarti.
White Marble Lotus Plate with Diya — ₹1,599
A white marble lotus plate with diya — elegant for the kalash base or the centre of the thali.
The Nine Colours of Navratri
Each of the nine days carries a colour — orange, white, red, royal blue, yellow, green, grey, purple and pink — symbolising everything from energy to compassion. You do not need to repaint anything; simply echo the day’s colour with a table runner, fresh flowers or a rangoli. This is exactly why brass and marble pieces work so well for Navratri: they stay neutral and let the colours shift around them, day after day.
Navratri & Dussehra Gifting
Navratri is a season of giving — to family, to guests at kanya pujan, and increasingly between businesses. A premium marble gift box set makes a ready gift that needs no wrapping, while a brass diya or a small deity idol suits return gifts. Planning gifts in bulk for staff or clients? Our B2B & bulk gifting catalogue covers corporate Navratri and Dussehra hampers with GST invoicing and pan-India delivery.
Caring for Brass & Marble Decor
Brass diyas and idols need only a soft dry cloth between uses; for the shine, an occasional rub with a little lemon and salt (or a brass cleaner) brings them back. Keep the akhand jyot’s glass clean so the flame stays bright, and wipe marble with a damp cloth — never harsh acids. Cared for this way, these pieces become decor you reuse every Navratri and Diwali for years.
Navratri Decoration FAQs
When is Navratri in 2026?
Sharad (Shardiya) Navratri 2026 runs from Sunday 11 October to Monday 19 October, with Ghatasthapana on 11 October and Dussehra on Tuesday 20 October.
What is an akhand jyot, and which diya is best for it?
The akhand jyot is a lamp kept burning without interruption for all nine nights. A brass diya with a borosilicate glass cover — like our akhand jyot diya — shields the flame from drafts and is the safest, cleanest choice for continuous burning.
What figurines suit a golu or Navratri display?
Traditional golu arrangements layer musicians, dancers and deities across tiers. Rajasthani dandiya dancers, Kalbeliya and Bhangra dancers, and folk musician sets all fit beautifully and double as year-round decor.
How do I use the nine colours of Navratri in my decor?
Rather than repainting, change one accent each day — a dupatta, flowers or a rangoli in that day’s colour — against neutral brass and marble pieces.
Does Kraftskala deliver across India with Cash on Delivery?
Yes. Every piece is handcrafted in Jodhpur and ships pan-India with Cash on Delivery, a GST invoice and safe fragile packing.
Bring Home Navratri 2026
Start with the akhand jyot and the Durga idol, add the dancers and diyas your space has room for, and let the colours of the nine nights do the rest. Explore the full handcrafted collection to build your setup, and because the festival season rolls straight on, see our Diwali decoration ideas 2026 and Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 guide next. Handcrafted in Jodhpur, delivered across India — Happy Navratri from Kraftskala.
