DIY Warli Art for Holi

DIY Warli Art for Holi

Create a colourful Warli-inspired wall hanging using embossed clay designs on an MDF base. This activity helps children explore traditional Indian folk art while developing fine motor skills, colour coordination, and creative expression.

Clay Modelling 30 to 60 mins 10 to 12 years

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Prepare the Base

Cut a piece of corrugated cardboard to the required size. Draw a neat border and lightly sketch the Warli dancing figures using a pencil.

Create the Warli Design

Roll Fevicryl Mouldit into thin coils and shape the border, figures, and decorative details. Stick the clay pieces onto the corrugated cardboard using Fevicol MR. Allow the Fevicryl Mouldit design to dry completely before moving to the painting stage.

Paint the Background

Paint the background and border using colours from the Fevicryl Carnival Pack. Leave the surface to dry thoroughly. Paint the Warli figures and decorative details using the Fevicryl Carnival Pack. Add contrasting colours to enhance the artwork. Attach the hanging cord to the back of the corrugated cardboard using Fevicol MR.

Steps to Create this Activity

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Prepare the Base

Cut a piece of corrugated cardboard to the required size. Draw a neat border and lightly sketch the Warli dancing figures using a pencil.

Create the Warli Design

Roll Fevicryl Mouldit into thin coils and shape the border, figures, and decorative details. Stick the clay pieces onto the corrugated cardboard using Fevicol MR. Allow the Fevicryl Mouldit design to dry completely before moving to the painting stage.

Paint the Background

Paint the background and border using colours from the Fevicryl Carnival Pack. Leave the surface to dry thoroughly. Paint the Warli figures and decorative details using the Fevicryl Carnival Pack. Add contrasting colours to enhance the artwork. Attach the hanging cord to the back of the corrugated cardboard using Fevicol MR.