11 Side Hustles Perfect for Indian Festival Season Income

4. Handmade Diyas, Candles & Rangoli Kits

Handmade diyas, scented candles, and rangoli kits are festival staples with good margins and visual appeal on social feeds. Customers love unique designs—think painted terracotta diyas, soy-wax candles with Indian spice notes, or easy rangoli stencil kits for kids. These products are less regulated than food, so they can be made at home with lower compliance friction. Focus on consistent photos and short how-to videos that show the product in use; that helps online shoppers imagine the item in their homes. Source eco-friendly materials when possible and note them in listings to attract conscious buyers. Selling channels include Etsy, Instagram, and temple bazaar stalls. Production workflows should pack items carefully to avoid breakage, and pricing should cover material, labor, shipping, and any platform fees. A focused maker can earn $300–$1,200 during festival runs, with higher returns when selling wholesale to local shops or event decorators. Adding a small personalization option—initials on a diya or a custom message on a candle—can boost average order value.