Sikku Kolam -31
A starter kolam in my Vacation collection Folder. After a hiatus, I drew this small kolam with kolapodi as a practice to move on to bigger versions. This sikku kolam can be drawn with 9 dots, I'll.
A starter kolam in my Vacation collection Folder. After a hiatus, I drew this small kolam with kolapodi as a practice to move on to bigger versions. This sikku kolam can be drawn with 9 dots, I'll try to upload the smaller version soon. Dot count with 11-1 with 9 lines running through. I didn't add extra details work for this kolam, could have enhanced with border at least.
Place the Dots
Sprinkle a few drops of water to clean the floor. Put down 9-Dot 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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