Freehand Kolam with swirls
A small freehand rangoli type kolam with swirl as a basic design and extended with extra swirls around. Though I couldn't mind the orientation of swirls in the centre, still continued to the finish.
A small freehand rangoli type kolam with swirl as a basic design and extended with extra swirls around. Though I couldn't mind the orientation of swirls in the centre, still continued to the finish.
Couldn't think much about the design. Started with a swirl and kept on adding swirls and minaret shapes around.. At times repeated designs on each layer turn into a unique design... I liked this design for the simple elements used to create this kolam..
Place the Dots
Sprinkle a few drops of water to clean the floor. Put down Freehand dots in straight, even spacing using white rice powder or chalk.
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.
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.
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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