Raksha Bandhan is a festival of brothers and sisters, celebrated annually with immense fervor and enthusiasm amongst Hindus and Jains, in particular. On this devout occasion, every sister ties a silken thread of love and care, better known as Rakhi, on the wrist of her brother. By this act, the sister conveys her eternal love and respect for her brother, while the brother vow to protect her for lifelong. The sacred thread of Rakhi signifies a bond of love, care and protection shared between the siblings. Rakhis can be found in a wide assortment, made up of sandalwood, religious symbols, rudraksh, pearls, silver and golden plated, and tiny flowers and leaves. In the recent times, rakhis are made from metal and colored threads, coupled with sparkling stones, popularly called zardosi rakhis. These ethnic amulets look beautiful and exude a luxury feel. If you want your rakhi to look lavish but do not want to spendthrift, you can still get that plush feel with a homemade zardosi rakhi. For a more easy way to make one, glance through the instructions below.
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