This diya rangoli design for Diwali puts eight diyas, the symbol of the festival, in a circle around a glowing centre. It is 2 ft wide, takes about 30 minutes and looks best at night with real diyas placed on top.
Step-by-step instructions
Step 1
Draw a 6-inch circle in the centre and a 2 ft circle around it as a guide.
Step 2
Draw 8 diya shapes on the guide circle, evenly spaced like the hours on a clock.
Step 3
Fill the centre yellow with orange rays reaching out between the diyas.
Step 4
Fill the diyas red with yellow flames, fill the background between them purple, and outline in white.
Tips
- Fold a paper circle into 8 to mark evenly spaced diya positions.
- Keep real diyas a few inches away from loose powder and flowers.
Frequently asked questions
Can I put real diyas on the rangoli?
Yes. Place a clay diya on each painted diya once the rangoli is finished.
