Simple Flower Kolam
A simple Freehand Flower kolam done in the evening. Normally in the evenings, I stick to small freehand kolams or not more than 7 dot kolams. Evening Kolam - During summer vacation in my grandma's vil.
A simple Freehand Flower kolam done in the evening. Normally in the evenings, I stick to small freehand kolams or not more than 7 dot kolams. Evening Kolam - During summer vacation in my grandma's village, I used to get ready with a broom by 3pm to clean the big front yard and sprinkled water to prepare the mudfloor. I drew kolams which I had learnt the day before. Did lots of practice on paper then proceeded to show my talent on floor, still the lines zigzagged to one end to the other. For a 8 year old girl, that was a great mission accomplished. And with great words from my Dad, sure I was on Cloud Nine.
Place the Dots
Sprinkle a few drops of water to clean the floor. Put down 7-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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