The Cultural Significance of Color in Diwali Decor
Diwali, the joyous Festival of Lights, is a celebration marked by warmth, illuminating diyas, and radiant bursts of vibrant color. If you are seeking an inspiring, festive project for your home, crafting a set of rainbow Diwali coasters is a fantastic way to honor the season. Using wooden coaster blanks and an intuitive dot painting technique, this accessible Festival of Lights craft lets beginners and seasoned crafters alike create intricate mandala patterns reminiscent of traditional rangoli designs.
Materials
- Round wooden coaster blanks (EK613, FN1631)
- Matte black acrylic paint
- Rainbow acrylic paints (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple)
- Cotton buds / dotting stylus
- Clear gloss waterproof varnish
Step-by-Step Dot Painting
Paint coaster bases solid matte black. Find the center point with a ruler. Stamp a central yellow dot with a pencil eraser. Build outward concentric rings using cotton buds dipped in orange, red, purple, and blue paint. Allow 24 hours to cure before sealing with two coats of clear waterproof varnish.
