Padikolam || Sikku Kolam || Ilai Vilakku- Leaf Lamp
Click the above for the Lamps/ vilakku should be placed on kolams ONLY during Karthigai Month and if you are drawing this kolam don't place.
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Lamps/ vilakku should be placed on kolams ONLY during Karthigai Month and if you are drawing this kolam don't place the vilakkus on the lamp.
As placing of lamps on vilakku has an unique religious reason and advised not to place the vilakkus on kolams for ornamental purpose.
Place the Dots
Sprinkle a few drops of water to clean the floor. Put down the 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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