Vanchi Vilakku || Karthigai Kolam || Boat Shaped Vilakku || Kerala Lamp
Vanchi Vilakku Vanchi - boat in Malayalam and indeed this vanchi vilakku rooted to the Kerala state. The one I saw virtually was the vanchi vilakku displayed at Napier Museum in Thiruvananthapuram.
Vanchi Vilakku
Vanchi - boat in Malayalam and indeed this vanchi vilakku rooted to the Kerala state. The one I saw virtually was the vanchi vilakku displayed at Napier Museum in Thiruvananthapuram. Well, this museum gets into my bucket list just to have a glimpse of the treasure trove.
Special Thanks to you @sowmyart for introducing unique vilakku to us and jazzing up this #karthigaicelebration.
Created a simple version of vanchi vilakku in a sikku theme..
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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