If you want a unique Diwali rangoli that nobody else on your street has, try this lotus mandala. It is 3 ft wide and has five rings of patterns around a lotus. It takes about 90 minutes and is best for someone who has drawn rangoli before.
Step-by-step instructions
Step 1
Use a string and pin to draw 5 circles at 6, 12, 18, 24 and 36 inches wide.
Step 2
Draw an 8-petal lotus in the centre circle and fill it magenta and pink.
Step 3
Fill ring 2 with orange half-circles and ring 3 with yellow triangles pointing out.
Step 4
Fill ring 4 teal with white dots, and draw 16 pink petals around the outer ring.
Step 5
Shade the tip of each petal darker with a tea strainer, then outline every ring in white.
Tips
- Mark the 8 directions with chalk lines first so every ring lines up.
- Work ring by ring from the centre so you do not need to step on the design.
Frequently asked questions
What makes this Diwali rangoli unique?
The mandala layout with a lotus centre is less common than diya or peacock rangolis, so it stands out.
How long does a 3 ft mandala rangoli take?
About 90 minutes. Two people can finish it in under an hour.
