Papel picado – a thin sheet of colorful paper with elaborate cut-out designs, such as animals, pumpkins, and skeletons – decorates the altar. GIF by Itzel Alejandra Martinez for Remezcla While no two ofrendas are alike, here is a eight-step guide to get you started. But they should represent the four elements: fire (candles), wind (papel picado), earth (food), and water. The beauty of these altars is they can take any shape and are highly customizable. But it’s not rare to see ofrendas honoring celebrities, especially those we feel we know firsthand. Centered around the photos of a loved one, ofrendas typically commemorate those you knew personally. You can build ofrendas, which include items that reveal a little into the person you’re celebrating, anywhere within your home. Each family member contributes by talking about their history. Not only do they unite the living and the dead, they’re also a space to share stories. Rooted in pre-Hispanic traditions and mixed with elements of Christianity, the ofrendas – which can consist of several levels, depending on space – are a place of gathering. The ofrenda must be in place by October 31, because at night, the deceased pop in for one night. In some countries, people spend the day at the cemetery visiting and cleaning the grave of the difunto. But in Mexico, an altar – or an ofrenda – is one of the main focal points of the holiday. Taking place between Halloween and All Souls Day, Día de Muertos celebrations take many forms across the Americas. From October 31 to November 2, people across Latin America lovingly memorialize their deceased relatives and friends in a joyous ceremony.
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