Sikku Kolam -26
For the very first time I have used wet kaavi for a kolam. When I was young I have seen red earth soil used as kaavi at my Grandmas village. The red soil was sieved and stored in a container.
For the very first time I have used wet kaavi for a kolam. When I was young I have seen red earth soil used as kaavi at my Grandmas village. The red soil was sieved and stored in a container. Whenever needed a small quantity was transfered to a box and added with water. With a piece of cloth my mom added the kaavi as a border to the kolam. But now ready made kaavi powder is available in the market, no doubt a chemical compound which stains the hand. Dot Count: 19, 17x2, 13x2, 9x2, 5x2,1
Place the Dots
Sprinkle a few drops of water to clean the floor. Put down 17x2 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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