Mehndi, also known as Henna, is a fascinating 

form of body art that has been around for centuries. 
This ancient tradition hassurvived to this day

 as people of all ages embrace the beauty of mehndi designs. 

In this step by step guide, we will explore  how to draw simple mehndi designs step by step.

That, is perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike.

If you are new to mehndi, here is a :

Materials:

 *Henna paste

* Cones or brushes

* Plastic wrap

* Lemon juice

* Sugar

* Toothpick

* Blunt object

* Cotton swabs

 *Paper towels

Preparation:

 

1. Clean and dry your skin. This will help the henna paste to adhere better.

2. Apply a thin layer of henna paste to your skin using a cone or brush.

3. Let the henna mixture dry for about 30 minutes. You can cover the design with plastic wrap to help it dry quickly. 4. Use a blunt object to rub the dried henna. You can use a brush to clean the edges of your design. 

5. Apply the lemon juice and sugar mixture to your skin. This will help in darkening the henna design. 6. Let the lemon juice and sugar mixture dry for 10 minutes. 7. Wash the lemon juice and sugar mixture with water. 
 

Ideas for drawing simple mehndi patterns:

 

* Start with simple patterns like dots, lines and circles. Once you master these basic designs you can move on to more designs. 

* Apply the henna mixture using a cup or brush. Cones are easy to work with, but brushes give you more control over your design. 

* If you are using a cone, hold it at a 45-degree angle and apply the paste in a smooth, even motion. 

*If you are using a toothbrush, apply the henna mixture evenly. 

* Wait for the henna mixture to dry and then throw it away. 

* Apply a mixture of lemon juice and sugar to the skin to help deepen the henna formation. 

* Allow the lemon juice and sugar mixture to dry before washing. 

 

Simple mehndi designs

Here are some simple mehndi designs you can try:

 

** Flower Designs:**

1. Start by drawing a small circle on your skin. 

Floral Mehndi Design

2. Draw a line down the inside of the circle to create the stem of the flower. 

3. Draw three or four flowers around the circle.

4. Add small dots and flower lines for details. 

 

**Paisley pattern:**

 

1. Start by drawing a small piece of skin. 

Paisley mehndi design 

2. Add a large curve to the edge of the first row. 

3. Connect the two lines with a small curve. 4. Add small dots and lines to the design for detail. 

 

**Geometric Design:**

1. First, draw a small mark on the skin. 

Geometric mehndi design 

2. Draw two more squares inside the first square. 

3. Connect the corners of the square with small lines.

4. Add small dots and lines to the design for detail. 

 

Other Simple Mehndi Designs:

* Dots

Image of Dot Mehndi Design

* Lines

Line Mehndi Design mehndi design image

*star

star mehndi design image

*heart

heart mehndi design image

* Butterflies 

Butterflies mehndi image

* Flowers 

Flower Mehndi Design Image

* objects

Mehndi Design Objects image

 

Tips and tricks to draw more mehndi designs

 

* Apply henna paste while applying Gently tap. It is better to use a thin layer than a thick layer. You can add more stickers if necessary. 

* Don't worry if you make a mistake. All you have to do is wipe off the paste with a damp cloth. 

* Be patient and don't rush. Mehndi is a beautiful art and it takes time to create beautiful designs. 

 

Conclusion:

 

With a little practice you will be able to draw beautiful mehndi on your own. Mehndi is a fun and creative way to decorate your body and is a great way to relax and relieve stress. So grab some henna paste and start practicing!

 

 

 

 

 

1 year ago