What are some Diwali gift ideas?

Ideas include assorted mithai box, premium dry fruit hamper and decorative brass diya set.

What are some Raksha Bandhan gift ideas?

Ideas include handcrafted sweets and sibling note box, engraved silver bracelet and sibling memory photo book.

Ideas include attar gift set, premium dates and dry fruit box and sheer khurma kit.

Ideas include plum cake and cookie hamper, kuswar sweets box and christmas star lantern.

Ideas include brass cooking pot, kasavu saree or mundu and onam sadya experience.

Ideas include personalised brass diya set, handwoven silk saree or stole and regional sweets hamper.

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Ideas curated by the Make It Special gift team · Updated September 2026

Gift ideas for the festive occasions and celebrations people enjoy in India, plus local favourites for someone special.

Assorted mithai box A handpicked box of kaju katli, soan papdi and barfi to share with family or the team.
Premium dry fruit hamper Almonds, cashews, pistachios and figs in an elegant keepsake tray.
Decorative brass diya set A pair of polished brass diyas (oil lamps) that add a warm glow to any room as décor.
Warm white fairy lights A set of fairy lights for balconies, windows and desks during the festive season.
Scented candle trio Three candles in warm scents such as sandalwood, vanilla and jasmine in a festive gift box.
Rangoli colour and stencil kit Bright colours and reusable stencils for a fun art activity at home or in the office.
Personalised festive lantern A battery-lit lantern engraved with their name for a desk, shelf or balcony.
Engraved name keepsake box A wooden box engraved with their name to hold small treasures long after the festival.

Handcrafted sweets and sibling note box A box of their favourite sweets with a handwritten note from you.
Engraved silver bracelet A keepsake silver bracelet engraved with their initials.
Sibling memory photo book A printed album of childhood photos and shared moments through the years.
Illustrated sibling caricature A fun framed caricature of you both for their desk or wall.
Dry fruit and chocolate hamper Premium nuts and chocolates in a festive keepsake box.
Personalised jewellery box A velvet-lined box engraved with your sister's name for her treasures.
Engraved metal card holder A sleek, leather-free card holder with your brother's initials.
Grooming or skincare kit A curated set of skincare or grooming essentials in a travel pouch.

Attar gift set Traditional perfume oils in decorative glass bottles.
Premium dates and dry fruit box Soft dates and roasted nuts in an elegant box, ideal for Eid visits.
Sheer khurma kit Vermicelli, dates and nuts with a recipe card for the festive dessert.
Arabic calligraphy wall art A framed calligraphy piece with the recipient's name or a favourite line.
Embroidered kurta or dupatta Chikankari or zari work festive wear for the Eid morning outfit.
Personalised eidi envelopes Decorated envelopes for giving eidi, printed with each child's name.
Copper serving set A hammered copper tray and bowls for serving guests during Eid.
Gourmet festive hamper Treats, sweets and savouries in a festive basket.

Plum cake and cookie hamper A rich plum cake with festive cookies in a keepsake box.
Kuswar sweets box Goan and Mangalorean Christmas sweets such as kulkuls, neureos and rose cookies.
Christmas star lantern A paper or cane star lantern to hang outside the home for a warm festive glow.
Engraved Christmas ornaments Tree ornaments personalised with names or the year's special moment.
Personalised desk planner A planner with their name to welcome the new year in style.
Secret Santa desk kits Small curated kits that make office gift exchanges easy and fair.
Scented candle trio Cinnamon, pine and vanilla candles for a cosy festive home.
Personalised photo calendar A calendar filled with family or team photos for the year ahead.

Brass cooking pot A handcrafted brass pot for cooking festive sweet dishes at home.
Kasavu saree or mundu Cream and gold Kerala handloom, elegant festive wear.
Onam sadya experience A traditional banana-leaf feast booked at a favourite local restaurant.
New harvest rice and jaggery hamper Heritage rice, organic jaggery and ghee celebrating the new harvest.
Pookalam flower kit Fresh flowers and a stencil guide to make an Onam floral carpet.
Kolam stencil and colour set Reusable stencils and bright powders for festive doorstep designs.
Til and jaggery sweets box Sesame and jaggery treats in a festive box.
Kite-flying kit Colourful kites with plain cotton string for Uttarayan and Sankranti fun.

Personalised brass diya set Engraved brass lamps that bring a warm, traditional glow to their home.
Handwoven silk saree or stole A Kanjeevaram, Banarasi or Chanderi weave chosen in their favourite colour.
Regional sweets hamper A curated box of sweets from across India, from Mysore pak to sandesh.
Estate coffee and filter set Single-estate coffees from Coorg and Chikmagalur with a traditional steel filter.
Darjeeling and Assam tea chest Fine first-flush and malty teas in a carved wooden chest.
Madhubani family portrait A hand-painted folk-art portrait of the couple or family in Madhubani style.
Jaipur blue pottery serveware Hand-painted bowls or platters that add colour to their dining table.
Hand-block printed bedding Soft cotton bedsheets block-printed by Rajasthani artisans.
Engraved silver coin A silver coin with their initials, a keepsake for milestones and new beginnings.
Channapatna wooden toys Lacquered wooden toys from Karnataka, bright and sturdy for little ones.
Kashmiri pashmina shawl A hand-embroidered pashmina that is light, warm and lasts for years.
Herbal bath and body hamper Fragrant oils, ubtan and bath salts for a slow, relaxing evening at home.

Ideas are here to inspire you. Before choosing, please make sure a gift suits the person, your company's gift policy and any local rules.