Rangoli In White -2
A dotless kolam in white. Love for the intricacy of the kolam. As usual no preps for this kolam. Started off with a common six petal design as the base design. One of my favorite kolams.
A dotless kolam in white. Love for the intricacy of the kolam. As usual no preps for this kolam. Started off with a common six petal design as the base design. One of my favorite kolams. Again this gets tagged to spur of the moment.
Then extended to move on by drawing an border. While drawing this kolam, I didn't visualize what was going to be the final display.
I know, I can replicate this kolam with the same details, as I get deviated after drawing the first layer. I love paisleys so they always try to peep up into my kolams, which I always try them to keep at bay.
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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