I am in the process of compiling dotted star kolams under this post. Unwittingly both star kolams has blue in common. I did this kolam on different days and wasn't aware of the colour code.
I am in the process of compiling dotted star kolams under this post. Unwittingly both star kolams has blue in common. I did this kolam on different days and wasn't aware of the colour code.
Kolam No.1
This is 11-6 dot count kolam with dots placed at interlaced / intermediate pattern. The three tear drop shape form the base design and fill the space around the star.
Blue Star
Kolam No.2
Another star kolam with same 11 dots and interlaced pattern or intermediate. A solitary star surrounded by fan shaped elements. The same dot count, the same centre star, only the outer pattern differs.
I added a six petal flower at the centre colouring contrast with the blue colour. Hope they gel together.
Blue Star
Kolam No.3
A small freehand kolam with recycle powders.. Didn't think much nor time permitted to do an elaborate design. Wanted to resuse the colours as I didn't want the colours to keep piling on
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Follow these 4 simple steps to draw Collection of Star Kolams on your floor or paper.
Beginner-Friendly Method
1
PULLI (DOTS)
Place the Dots
Sprinkle a few drops of water to clean the floor. Put down 6-Dot dots in straight, even spacing using white rice powder or chalk.
2
CENTER LOOP
Start from the Center
Find the middle dot. Draw the center loop, star knot, or flower petal first. Starting in the center keeps the pattern perfectly balanced on all sides.
3
SIKKU (CURVES)
Loop Around the Outer Dots
Pinch the rice flour between your thumb and forefinger. Guide the line smoothly around the dots in one continuous motion without lifting your fingers.
4
KAAVI & LAMPS
Add Red Border or Lamps
Outline the edges with traditional red Kaavi powder, or place glowing terracotta agal vilakku (oil lamps) at the corners to make your Kolam radiant!
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Beginner Tip for Smooth Drawing:Use coarse dry rice flour (Arisi Maavu) for easy powder flow. For festive days, you can also place oil lamps or fill flower petals into the loops.
Vinns is a traditional South Indian Kolam artist and researcher passionate about preserving the mathematical elegance of Pulli matrices, Brahma Mudi continuous knots, and festival threshold traditions. Every pattern on this blog is drawn by hand.
