1729 Skills Programme: Creative Ideas from Waste

Vadodara, October 2024: The Don Bosco Development Society (DBDS), Vadodara organized three ‘Best out of Waste’ Trainings for a batch of 10 girls and 9 boys from slums of Vadodara under the aegis of project supported by MIX FOR KIDS e.V (Germany). 

Ms Manshi Yadav was the resource person. She took three sessions, whose details are as follows: 

This month, students explored traditional and festive decor with creative items such as Wall Hangings, Diya Decoration for Rangoli, and Toran making. In the Wall Hanging sessions, students learned to design and craft beautiful pieces using materials like beads, mirrors, and fabric, focusing on patterns and symmetry to create eye-catching decorations for homes. For Diya Decoration, they were taught to paint and embellish clay lamps with vibrant colours, glitter, and mirrors, preparing them as a perfect addition to rangoli designs during festivals. In the Toran classes, students crafted decorative garlands to adorn doorways, using materials like flowers, bells, and thread to create an inviting festive look. Each project encouraged creativity and hands-on skills, with emphasis on traditional artistry and vibrant colour schemes, allowing students to create unique, meaningful decor items perfect for celebrating special occasions.