Mehendi at home: photo designs and sketches for mehendi
Among the various ways of decorating one's own body is the art of mehendi, numbering several hundred years. Recently, it has gained immense popularity in Russia.
Those who do not yet know what the mehendi patterns are, those who know and dream to do, and also to everyone who is interested in art and beauty, our article is devoted.
What is mehendi?
Mehendi is an ancient skillbody painting with henna patterns. It is believed that it came from India, but many scholars dispute this view, giving preference to Ancient Egypt. There henna was used to apply the pattern on the feet and palms of the pharaohs.
It was the skillful patterns that were to help the soulEnter the gates of the kingdom of the dead. In India, the mehendi is on hand - an integral attribute of the bride, and other solemn events can not do without patterns. It is worth remembering that these patterns are not a tattoo, the drawing will wash off for some time.
How to make mehendi henna at home
Traditionally in India the painting is applied to the bodybride for two or three days before the wedding. Girls and women gather for a kind of hen party, deduce bizarre patterns, discussing husbands in parallel, and giving advice to the future bride.
Henna paste for drawing is squeezed out ofa special tube, then it is left to dry, and then washed. Drawing an ornament requires a little dexterity, since it needs to be done quickly and accurately. Such a hen party with a list can be organized at home, most importantly, stock up on everything you need. Ready-made formulations in special tubes are sold in online stores or they can be prepared on their own.
Before drawing, it is necessary to degreasesurface, and then rub a few drops of eucalyptus or plain vegetable oil. It not only protects the skin, but also makes the drawing more durable.
Beginners should use a special stencil, and before work to practice on the glass. Do not be afraid of flaws - the wrong line can always be wiped with a swab dipped in alcohol.
Let the pattern dry out, this will not be necessary.less than 8 hours, and then remove the paint with a tissue or cloth. A simple composition of lemon juice with sugar will help preserve the brightness and durability of the ornament. The pattern will delight the eye for a week, then it will gradually lighten.
Photo of beautiful sketches and patterns for mehendi
At various sites, you can find manypictures of mehendi. The most popular style of painting, came from the Middle East. It includes floral and floral patterns and resembles the finest lace. The most popular motifs are peacock feathers, lotus flowers, buds and stems, mandalas.
It is worth remembering that each image is symbolic. So, the buds signify the birth of a new, the beginning of love; Flowers and leaves are associated with abundance and fertility, and the flowering stem is able to protect from the evil eye. The creation of such a painting will allow you to touch an amazing oriental culture, to bring unexpected accents into your image, to please yourself and your beloved person.
Author: Katerina Sergeenko
