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Kolam for a Cold Day

January 14, 2015 by Natalie Zaman
Color of the day:  Brown
Incense of the day:  Lilac
 
This chilly January day marks the Indian festival of Makar Sankranti, when Kolams-patterns of sacred geometry-are drawn on front stoops in colored rice powder to invoke blessings for the year ahead.
Create a Kolam in colored chalk on the sidewalk in front of your home to bring protection and abundance. Use symbols or patterns that hold meaning for you, and refer to a trusted source on color magic to decide which hues to use.
Before you draw, sweep your work space to clear it of any physical debris and cloudy energy. As you draw and color your pattern, recite an incantation of purpose to fortify your intentions. It can be as simple as:

"Blessings of the sun,
come to my doorstep!"

Let the wind, rain, and sun wash the drawing away and carry your request to the universe.
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About Natalie Zaman
Natalie Zaman is the author of Color and Conjure and Magical Destinations of the Northeast (Llewellyn); the co-author of Sirenz (Flux), Sirenz Back In Fashion (Flux), and Blonde Ops (Thomas Dunne Books); and is a contributor to various Llewellyn annual publications. ...
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