Crochet Rakhi Designs 2026: 7 Trending Handmade Ideas

Crochet rakhis — or crosia rakhis — have become the most-loved handmade gift for Raksha Bandhan, and 2026’s designs are prettier than ever. Unlike mass-made threads, each is crocheted by hand, eco-friendly, and a keepsake your sibling can hold onto for years. Here are the seven styles people are searching for this year, and how to order yours.

1. Evil-Eye Nazariya Rakhi

The breakout design of the season. A crocheted blue nazariya (evil-eye) is believed to ward off the buri nazar — a meaningful, protective rakhi for a brother. It looks striking in cobalt, white and turquoise, and works as a single rakhi or a flowing lumba for bhabhi.

See this style in our Rakhi collection →

2. Personalised ‘SIS’ & ‘BRO’ Name Rakhis

Nothing says it louder than their name. These rakhis are hand-stitched with tiny seed pearls spelling SIS, BRO — or any name you like. They’ve become the most-gifted personalised style because they double as a keepsake long after the festival.

See this style in our Rakhi collection →

3. Marigold & Floral Rakhis

The classic, festive choice. Crochet marigolds (genda) and roses in warm orange, pink and red echo traditional puja flowers — but unlike fresh ones, they never wilt. Pair them with gold beads for a rich, celebratory look.

See this style in our Rakhi collection →

4. Bhaiya-Bhabhi Lumba Sets

A matching pair: a rakhi for bhaiya and a hanging lumba for bhabhi, finished with pearl strands and tassels. Buying the set has become the norm, so offering them together is both convenient and a lovely gesture.

See this style in our Rakhi collection →

5. Kids’ Cartoon & Smiley Rakhis

Little ones want fun, not formal. Soft crochet smileys and cartoon motifs in bright colours are comfortable on small wrists and impossible not to smile at — a perennial bestseller for younger brothers.

See this style in our Rakhi collection →

6. Pom-Pom & Mirror-Work Rakhis

Playful and textural. Fluffy multi-colour pom-poms and sheesha (mirror) centres add a folksy, boho charm. Tricolour versions are especially popular around the festive-and-Independence-Day overlap in August.

See this style in our Rakhi collection →

7. Pearl & Tassel Lumba

Elegant and a little dressy. A crochet flower trailing pearl strands and a soft tassel — designed to hang beautifully on the wrist or on a kalava, this one feels premium and photographs gorgeously.

See this style in our Rakhi collection →

How to choose the right crochet rakhi

Think about who it’s for: a playful smiley for a young brother, a personalised name rakhi for someone sentimental, an evil-eye for protection, or a bhaiya-bhabhi set when there are two people to tie for. Because everything is made to order, you can also pick the colours to match their taste or your festive theme.

Caring for a handmade crochet rakhi

Keep it dry, and if it needs freshening, hand-wash gently in cold water and lay flat to dry — never wring it. Stored well, a crochet rakhi stays beautiful long enough to become a little memento of the year.

Where to order handmade crochet rakhi in India

TASSELA crochets every rakhi to order and ships across India, including Delhi NCR. Browse the full range on our Crochet Rakhi 2026 collection and order in a quick WhatsApp chat — we’ll confirm your colours, price and delivery. Pieces are limited and handmade, so it’s worth ordering 3–4 weeks before the festival.