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Intro
Henna – also known as mehndi – is the ancient Indian art of painting the body with a reddish-brown paste made from the dried leaves of the henna plant. The designs are intricate and beautiful, and fade with time.
Mehndi has roots in various parts of the world but is perhaps most widely known for its appearance on the hands and feet of Indian brides. According to lore, the deeper the colour of the mehndi, the happier the marriage will be…
This simple activity gives you the chance to create your own mehndi design. Don’t worry, there won’t be any tattooing! You’ll just draw around your hands onto paper and create a pattern inside it. You can use simple lines and flowers or more detailed patterns – it’s up to you.
It’s a great activity 1-on-1 or in a small group of up to 6