Based on the analysis of the materials, structure, weaving technique, form and color characteristics of traditional Xinhui palm leaf knitting products, this paper aims to research the innovative design of modern household products in Xinhui palm leaf knitting. Combining the material advantages of Xinhui palm leaf, such as light transmittance, natural texture, the molding method of palm leaf knitting products and the unique knitting techniques of palm leaf knitting. The artistic conception have been used in the design practice of three household items including palm leaf knitted splicing flower vase, palm leaf knitted geometric lamp and palm leaf screen by following the functional attributes, taste attributes and cultural attributes of household product design and using modern household product design styles such as element splicing, geometric modeling. The design practice derives the principles and design strategies that Xinhui palm leaf knitting should follow when it is applied to the design of household products. The design of household products that combines the beauty of traditional handicrafts and modern design styles meets the dual needs of contemporary consumers for the functional requirements and aesthetic experience of household products. This is also the main trend development of household product design in the future.