Mandala Rangoli Design Craft - Dussehra

Create a colourful rangoli using corrugated cardboard and vibrant dot patterns. Children will explore symmetry, practise dot painting techniques, and develop creativity while making a festive decoration that can be displayed during Diwali.

Paper Crafting 30 to 60 mins 6 to 8 years

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Draw the Design

Draw a half-rangoli design with different petal shapes on a corrugated cardboard sheet using a pencil.

Cut the Pieces

Carefully cut along the outlines using scissors or a safe craft cutter to make all the rangoli pieces.

Paint the Pieces

Paint each cardboard piece in bright colours using Yudu Poster Colours. Allow the paint to dry completely.

Add Dot Patterns

Use Yudu Poster Colours and a dotting tool or cotton bud to decorate each piece with colourful dot mandala designs.

Assemble the Rangoli

Arrange all the painted pieces on a sheet to form the rangoli design. Stick them in place using Fevicol Glue Drops.

Display Your Artwork

Let the rangoli dry completely before displaying it. Your colourful reusable Dot Mandala Rangoli is now ready to decorate your home.