Homemade Diwali Diya From Cornstarch

Here is a quick method to make colorful diyas for diwali. It is made from cornstarch. Prepare diyas as directed and then paint and decorate with mirrors and glitter. If you are very creative, shape it like Ganesha, leaf etc.

starch diya

Ingredients:

Cornstarch - 1 cup
Baking soda - 2 cups
Cold water - 1-1/4 cups
Oil - 1 tbsp
Liquid color - 1 tbsp (optional)

Method:

Mix all the ingredients in a pan, mix and stir until smooth.
Cook on medium heat stirring. The mixture comes to boil and then starts to thicken. It should hold its shape.
Pour on a plate. cover with a damp cloth and let it cool.
Now shape it into diya of your style.
Air-dry overnight or bake in oven at 350 F. Turn off the heat and leave in the oven until cold. Repeat heating until the diyas are dry.
Now color, decorate as you like.

Find another idea for making diyas from flour dough here

Comments

Priya Suresh said…

Homemade diyas looks stunning,beautiful work Renu.

Diwali wishes to you and your family.

November 12, 2012 at 12:41 AM

Hari Chandana P said…

Lovely diyas.. wonderful job dear :)
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November 12, 2012 at 2:21 AM

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OMG ! Looks at the color... Amazing... Glad to follow u....
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November 14, 2012 at 3:19 AM

Unknown said…

I just wanted to add a comment to mention thanks for your post. This post is really interesting and quite helpful for us. Keep sharing.
diya for diwali

September 30, 2016 at 12:03 AM

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