And no, you don’t need to splurge on Pinterest-inspired interiors to get that hygge-meets-khichdi mood. Sometimes, all it takes is a few budget DIYs, some creative repurposing, and a little monsoon magic.
Here are some low-budget DIY decor ideas to make your home monsoon-ready — cozy corners, brighter vibes, and practical hacks included.
1. Window Nooks with Floor Cushions & Fairy Lights
Monsoon is all about watching the rain and romanticising your life. Create a rain-viewing nook near your window with:
Old bedsheets turned into cushion covers
A low mattress or stacked quilts for floor seating
String lights or battery fairy lights for an evening glow
DIY tip: Wrap string lights around a curtain rod or inside a transparent glass bottle for that Pinterest charm on a budget.
2. Colour Pop with DIY Cushion Covers & Throws
Dull skies outside? Brighten up your interiors with handmade cushion covers from old sarees, dupattas, or kurtis. Add embroidered patches, pom-poms or tassels for texture.
Cost-effective idea: Use no-sew techniques or safety pins + fabric glue to DIY without a machine.
3. Bring the Outdoors In — But Make It Low Maintenance
Monsoon often means less balcony time — so bring nature inside.
Use old teacups, glass jars or paint cans as planters
Decorate them with washi tape, jute string, or acrylic paint
Best indoor plants: Money plant, pothos, spider plant, or lucky bamboo
Mood boost: Add a chalkboard or mini name tag to each pot for a café-core plant shelf.
4. Rain-Themed Wall Art or Collage Corners
Make rainy days more poetic with handmade wall art or DIY collages:
Print quotes about rain (or write them yourself!)
Frame leaves, dried flowers, or polaroid-style monsoon pics
Use newspaper, old magazines, or art paper to make cloud & umbrella cutouts
Interactive idea: Hang up a “Monsoon Mood Board” with sticky notes to jot down songs, thoughts, or chai recipes.
5. DIY Scent Jars & Natural Dehumidifiers
The smell of damp walls? Not cute. Combat monsoon mustiness with:
Clove + cinnamon stick jars (just drop into hot water for instant aroma)
Orange peel potpourri mixed with salt in mason jars
Activated charcoal in pouches (old socks work!) to absorb excess moisture
Bonus: Add essential oils like eucalyptus or lemongrass to cotton balls and place in corners.
6. Upcycled Lanterns & Cozy Lighting
Create warm, moody lighting with:
Old jam jars turned into tea light holders
Paper cup fairy lights (decorate each cup and cut out designs)
DIY fabric lampshades using embroidery hoops and leftover cloth
Monsoon vibe: Mix warm yellow lights with incense or candlelight for an instant cozy uplift.
7. Mudroom DIY: The Entryway Glow-Up
The entryway often becomes muddy and chaotic during monsoon. Make it aesthetic and functional:
Create a monsoon shoe tray from an old crate + pebbles
Hang DIY coat hooks made from painted wooden spoons or knobs
Add a mini drying station with upcycled cloth hangers for umbrellas and raincoats
You don’t need to spend big to make your space monsoon-ready. With a little creativity and a few forgotten items from your storage, you can create a space that feels warm, welcoming, and uniquely you. After all, rainy days are for slowing down — and what better way than to DIY your way to a mood-lifting home?
