Mehndi Designs

<p>The ancient art of henna body painting -- widely used in India Africa and the Middle East -- varies from country to country and spans different cultures and religious traditions. Aside from the modern use of henna as a trendy temporary tattoo traditional designs have been used to celebrate weddings births and religious holidays.<br>This collection of charming images adapted from authentic mehndi designs incorporates more than 160 lovely royalty-free patterns (largely Indian) that are used to cover hands forearms and feet. Included are fine line lacy and paisley motifs; detailed images of exotic birds and human faces assorted floral borders heart-shaped insets and repeat patterns featuring abstracts and woven tendrils.<br>Of use to artists designers and craftworkers these decorative motifs will also provide an exciting glimpse into the rich store of Indian ornamental art.</p><p></p><p></p>