10 Kwanzaa Decoration Ideas to Try With the Family
Kwanzaa Kinara Centerpiece:Place a kinara (candle holder) in the center of your table. Add seven candles, three red on the left, three green on the right,
Mkeka (Mat) Table Runner:Use a mkeka (mat) as a table runner. It represents the foundation upon which everything is built.
African Fabric Bunting:Create a festive atmosphere with bunting made from African fabric. Hang it along walls or across doorways
Kwanzaa Flags:Display Kwanzaa flags around your home. These flags often feature the colors of Kwanzaa
Unity Cup (Kikombe Cha Umoja) Display:Set up a special display for the unity cup. Place it on a prominent surface along with a small note or plaque explaining its significance.
African Art and Sculptures:Decorate your space with African art and sculptures. Wooden carvings, masks, or artwork can add cultural
Harvest Decorations:Use symbols of the harvest season like corn, pumpkins, and gourds as decorations. These represent the bountiful
Zawadi (Gift) Display:Arrange Kwanzaa gifts (zawadi) on a table or under the kinara. These gifts are usually given to children and are meant
Kwanzaa Banner:Create a banner with the principles of Kwanzaa written on it. Hang it in a prominent place in your home
Community Art Project:Engage in a family art project that reflects the principles of Kwanzaa. This could be a mural, collage