Deepavali Rangolis
No Deepavali is complete without a rangoli. Rangolis are an expression of the myriad colours that are associated with Diwali.
Here are a few rangolis...
Amateur Painter In Me
I occasionally like to try new techniques of painting. I have not done art for a long time now, but I thought I will...
Patch-work: Sofa Headrest Covers
The summer holidays for kids in the Gulf have already begun. The kids have a lot of time on their hands and instead of...
Mirror Etching
We have seen a lot of carvings on fruits and vegetables in this section. All very impressive and done by our own M.Comers. For...
Clita Crasta: Making Christmas ornaments from Scrap
As a Christmas special feature, Mangalorean.com presents on 'Pots and Paints' some unique Christmas ornaments and accessories made by Clita Crasta from Oman.
Clita...
Independence Day Rangoli
In keeping with the spirit of Independence Day, I have made a rangoli with the simplest of ingredients, namely pulses. Pulses form the staple...
Decorative Wax and Gel Candles
Candle making is time consuming but the results turn out to be very satisfying and beautiful. You can make candles out of paraffin wax...
Omar Khayyam (Metal Carving)
Materials needed A metal sheet- 3mmCarving tools- 2 Black paint (matt)Paint brushmasking tapePicture you need to carve
Keep ready a picture that you want to...
Glass Carving
Materials required
Glass ? (size to be proportionate to picture you need to carve)Glossy- black coloured adhesive paperArt knifeWhite & silver sparkle glueWhite carbon paperPenScissors
Method
Draw...
Aluminium Embossing – Herd of Horses
Materials required
Aluminum embossing sheetBall Point PenWooden ChiselAnti Rust PaintA little amount of Kerosene oil Method
Place the design paper on the aluminum sheet and press the...
