Haldi and Mehendi Return Gifts: Handmade Ideas (India)
Haldi and mehendi are the most colourful, relaxed functions of a wedding, usually with close family and friends. Return gifts here can be playful and pretty rather than formal. Here are handmade ideas from Crafted by Ann.
Made for the theme colours
Haldi is usually yellow and marigold; mehendi is green, pink and pastel. Crochet pieces can be made in these colours, so the return gifts match the decor and the photos.
- Crochet Flower Hair Clips (₹40 for a pair): guests can wear them straight away at the function, which looks lovely in photos.
- Handmade Crochet Rose Keychain (₹69): in yellow for haldi or pink for mehendi.
- Crochet Tote Bag – Lavender & White (₹599): a gift for the bridesmaids or the bride’s closest friends, useful long after the wedding.
For the bride’s closest circle
- Personalised Mini Ring Album (₹149): a pocket album with photos of the friends together.
- Personalised Pyramid Photo Album (₹699, on offer at ₹449 until 30 November): for the bride’s mother or sisters.
Budget per guest
- ₹40: a pair of hair clips in the theme colour.
- ₹69–₹109: a rose keychain, or a keychain with hair clips.
- For bridesmaids: a crochet tote bag (₹599).
Presentation ideas
- Pin hair clips onto a small card with a thank-you line in the couple’s names.
- Put keychains in small potli bags in the theme colour.
- Hand the clips out at the start so guests wear them during the function.
More ideas: engagement return gifts and wedding return gifts.
Ordering return gifts in bulk
Every piece is handmade, so larger quantities need time. Message us on WhatsApp with the quantity, colours and the date of your function before ordering, and we will tell you honestly what can be ready in time. Matching colours, small name tags and a printed thank-you line can usually be arranged.
How ordering works
Every piece is made to order. Standard orders are normally dispatched within 5–7 calendar days after payment and after we have all the details (including design approval for personalised items), and delivery time is additional. Standard delivery is free on orders above ₹500. For custom colours, names, photos or a delivery date, message us on WhatsApp before you order. Add a free handwritten gift note in the gift message box at checkout.
Ordering for a function? See return gifts in bulk or custom orders.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good haldi return gift?
Crochet flower hair clips in yellow (₹40 a pair) that guests can wear during the function, or a yellow crochet rose keychain (₹69).
Can you make return gifts in our theme colours?
Yes. Share the colours and quantity on WhatsApp before ordering, and we will confirm what can be ready in time.
Do you deliver across India?
Yes. Every piece is handmade in India and shipped across India. Standard delivery is free on orders above ₹500.
