Bell Flower Kolam
I have a story for this kolam. With lot of confidence, I stepped down to the frontyard to show off my talent on floor. Alas, the plan failed while drawing because of misnumbered dots and washed.
I have a story for this kolam. With lot of confidence, I stepped down to the frontyard to show off my talent on floor. Alas, the plan failed while drawing because of misnumbered dots and washed the floor for a fresh start. Finally made a successful execution after initial hiccups. Then as usual waited for the floor to dry up, meanwhile, the neighbour kids were playing hide and seek running around, then it was the turn of farm animals to make their ramp walk on the red carpet. With all the hits, I managed to take a snap of my flop project.
Dot Count: 15x11-11x3 Straight pattern
Trace Concentric Guidelines on the Floor
Anchor a piece of thread at your center point and lightly trace 3 to 5 concentric circular guidelines with faint chalk on the clean floor.
Place the Central Core Flower
Position a magnificent whole lotus blossom or a tight, dense rosette of vibrant yellow marigold petals at the very center as the visual anchor.
Layer Concentric Petal Rings Outward
Fill each concentric ring with contrasting fresh petals (orange marigold, pink rose, purple orchids, and white jasmine), packing petals closely for a rich velvety texture.
Crown Perimeter with Oil Lamps
Surround the outer floral rim with dark green mango leaves or bilva leaves. Place glowing brass or terracotta oil lamps (agal vilakku) at cardinal compass points.
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