diy ramadan & crafts
Elegant Ramadan Decor: A Simple Concrete Candleholder DIY
Ramadan is a month for restraint, not excess. Replace mass-produced decor with this simple concrete DIY. An exercise in patience and a quiet reminder of the divine light (noor).

DIY Mondrian-inspired geometric wall art (step-by-step)
Learn how to create Mondrian-inspired geometric art using simple stamping techniques, primary colour, and Islamic patterns. A creative DIY for wall art, gift wrap, and Eid paper goods.

4 Easy Ramadan Crafts for Kids Using Islamic Geometry
Create a meaningful Ramadan with 4 easy, reusable DIY crafts for kids using beautiful Islamic geometry. Focus on reflection and shared making at home.

Islamic geometry without the Math: easy DIY art & decor
Islamic geometric art can feel difficult at first. Many patterns look complex, technical, or hard to plan. This post explores simple, practical ways to create Islamic geometric art at home, using repeatable patterns for everyday projects, home décor, and seasonal moments.

10 Meaningful Ramadan DIY Decorations to Make with Your Kids
Ramadan is a time of reflection, gratitude, and togetherness; not overconsumption and waste. Instead of buying decorations, create them with your kids! Here are Deenista’s top 10 DIY Ramadan crafts to make the month even more special. ✨🌙

ramadan baking & food traditions
Chocolate Kataifi Salami With Pistachios (No-Bake Dessert)
A cream-based chocolate salami made with toasted kataifi pastry and pistachios. No condensed milk, not overly sweet, and easy to adapt with lactose-free cream.

Viral Pomegranate Chocolate with Kataifi | Easy No-Bake Recipe
Pomegranates, melted chocolate and crisp kataifi come together in a simple, no-bake treat that balances sweetness with crunch, made with ingredients that naturally contain antioxidants.

Honey Baklava with Rosewater (No Sugar Syrup)
Baklava is usually soaked in sugar syrup. This version uses honey instead, with a touch of rosewater for a lighter, cooling finish. A simple dessert that suits Ramadan evenings as well as everyday kitchens.

Healthier Dubai Viral Chocolate Dates (Less Sugar Recipe)
Craving the viral Dubai chocolate with dates but find the recipes out there too sweet? I did too, so I created a healthier, more balanced version! With unsweetened pistachio paste, crispy kataifi, and a touch of dark chocolate. Read on! 🍫✨

Meghan’s Puppy Chow with a Middle Eastern Pistachio Twist
After watching Meghan’s Christmas episode on Netflix, we were inspired to make our own take on Puppy Chow, or Reindeer Chow as she calls it. And of course we had to add a little Deenista touch with pistachios. Why not?

reflections & meaning
Why is the moon the symbol of Ramadan? Islamic lunar calendar explained
The moon is not just a decorative symbol. It plays a central role in how Ramadan is timed and experienced. This post explains why the moon is the symbol of Ramadan and how the Islamic calendar is shaped by the moon and the sun.

What Does Allah Mean by “Fasting Is for Me”?
What does Allah mean by “Fasting is for Me”? This hadith explains sincerity, intention, and why fasting is uniquely for God.

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