A floral rangoli made with real flowers smells wonderful and suits weddings, pujas and housewarmings. This 3 ft design has a rose-petal centre, rings of marigold and white flowers, and a border of leaves. It takes about 45 minutes.
Step-by-step instructions
Step 1

Draw circles at 8, 16, 24 and 36 inches wide with chalk.
Step 2

Fill the centre with red rose petals and place one whole rose in the middle.
Step 3

Fill the next rings with yellow marigold, then white chrysanthemums, then orange marigold.
Step 4

Line the outer edge with leaves pointing outwards, and divide the rings into 8 sections with lines of rose petals.
Tips
- Buy about 1 kg of marigolds and 250 g of rose petals for a 3 ft floral rangoli.
- Sprinkle water every few hours to keep it fresh.
Frequently asked questions
How many flowers do I need for a 3 ft floral rangoli?
About 1 kg of marigolds, 250 g of rose petals and a bunch of white flowers.