The wedding season is back with new creative ideas to bring fun and fresh trends for the year. Couples are pulling out all the stops to make their big day truly one-of -a-kind. One adorable trend that’s stealing hearts this season is crochet jaimalas handcrafted garlands that add a personal touch to wedding ceremonies. Alongside custom hashtags and colour-coordinated outfits, these jaimalas are the latest way couples are putting their own stamp on tradition.
“Crochet jaimalas are a perfect handmade touch to your special day,” says Mahek Satyen Choksi, founder of Phooldhaage, a Surat-based crochet accessories brand. “A bride connected with me regarding the mala and we decided on the colours that complemented her lehenga and her spouse’s sherwani, fixing on a peach-pink shade. It took us approximately 40 man hours to complete both the garlands,” she adds.
The price of one such garland ranges from anywhere between ₹1,200 to ₹6,000, depending on the intricacy of the design and customisation.
Unlike traditional floral garlands that start wilting within hours, crochet jaimalas offer a long-lasting and eco-friendly alternative. “Today’s generation, especially Gen Z, is becoming more conscious of sustainability. Crochet jaimalas align perfectly with this mindset—they’re eco-friendly, unique, and prevent the disappointment of seeing fresh flower garlands fade away by the end of the day,” says Zainab Mukhtyar, founder of Zain’s Story, a Mumbai-based crochet accessories brand.
With the growing love for crochet accessories, these garlands don’t just serve their purpose on the wedding day—they can be repurposed as home decor. “We provide ready-made sticks and simple assembling guidelines so they can be turned into vase flowers. We also help customers repurpose their jaimalas into other decorative pieces, allowing them to cherish those special memories long after the wedding,” Zainab adds.
For some brides, the idea of a crochet varmala stems from a desire to do something different. Kajal Bansal, a resin artist from Rajasthan, shares her experience: “I wanted something unique for my roka ceremony, and a crochet varmala came to mind. But when I searched online, I couldn’t find a single reference. So, I asked my aunt to make one for me.”
For artisans, crafting crochet jaimalas isn’t just about creativity it’s a labor of love. Suman Garg, founder of Hot Knot, recalls how she first got into it.