Upon the coming of the Holy month of Ramadan, Muslims around the world are keen to celebrate it. One of the traditional ways to welcome the holy month is by decorating homes and streets to add a joyful atmosphere. As we live in an era of climate change and people are becoming more aware of growing environmental problems, Ramadan may be an opportunity to preserve the environment, which humanity has been entrusted with for its development and improvement.
One such method is to reduce consumption and, consequently, waste, and recycle old items instead of discarding them. The average person worldwide produces 0.74 kilograms of waste per day, according to World Bank data on waste management. So, how can you adopt sustainable options to decorate your home and reduce waste during the holy month?
Reusable decorations
Choose Ramadan decorations that can be reused over and over again, or at least recycled. Invest in high-quality decorations that can be used for years to come, and avoid cheap ones that don't last long and break easily.
Depend on decorative elements made from recyclable materials, such as paper and glass, to reduce waste production and help the environment. You should definitely avoid plastic materials, which have become a modern-day crisis because they threaten the land and marine environment, as well as human life, and pollute water and soil.
Homemade Decorations
You can embark on a creative journey and make your own Ramadan decorations. This will make you happy, save you money, and provide an opportunity to engage with your children and teach them new skills that will raise awareness of the importance of the environment and recycling, while also creating shared memories for the family.
Old materials such as paper, cardboard, and cellophane can be recycled to make lanterns and traditional Ramadan shapes such as the crescent moon or the phrase "Ramadan Kareem," and decorated with simple, inexpensive decorative elements to create a Ramadan atmosphere.
You can also collect scraps of old fabric, coordinate them with tent fabric, and then sew them together to create Ramadan-themed tablecloths that can be used for the table or as small side tablecloths. They can also be used as covers for old furniture, seat cushions, and sofas.
Empty cans and plastic bottles can be wrapped in tent fabric and turned into stationery holders for your children to use, making them feel even more joyful during the holy month.
For many innovative ideas, follow social media platforms to create Ramadan decorations that reduce consumption and add a personal touch to your home decor.
Nature-inspired decorations
Incorporating flowers, plants, and other natural elements into your Ramadan decorations will help you create a unique yet environmentally friendly atmosphere.
Embracing the sustainable beauty of nature inside your home, you can add touches of Ramadan lamps and handcrafted wooden decorations, supporting the local community and benefiting artisans.
Remember that aromatic plants such as basil and rosemary, or flowering plants such as jasmine, will add a natural scent to your home, without using perfumes that are harmful to your health and the surrounding air.
Sustainable lights
Instead of using conventional lights, you can reduce energy consumption and contribute to a more sustainable future by using glass LED lanterns that complement your home decor. These sustainable Ramadan lamps not only save electricity but also create a calming, spiritual atmosphere that encourages worship, spiritual contemplation, and mental purification.
Finally, celebrating the month of fasting in an eco-friendly way can help everyone live in harmony with nature and protect the Earth for future generations. So, embrace simple ideas and high-quality materials to create a modern and sustainable Ramadan decor.
