Keri mehndi design: one large keri, a keri row, a keri spiral

Keri is the mango motif, often called paisley, that shapes much traditional Indian mehndi. These pictures make it the whole design: one oversized keri across the back of the hand, a row of five along the fingers, and a spiral of keris around a dot in the palm. Each comes in bold black, fine detail or henna brown. Type a change, such as with peacock, and the design is drawn from that request.

• a traditional design built on one motif
• a bridal palm of paisleys
• a reference sheet for a henna artist
• a paisley print for a wall

Frequently asked questions

What is a keri?

The mango-shaped motif, also called paisley, that appears in much traditional Indian mehndi.

How do the three designs differ?

One large keri on the back of the hand, a row of five along the fingers, and a spiral of keris around a dot in the palm.

Is the fine detail version more detailed?

Yes. It fills each keri with hairline petals, checks and dots.

Can I add a peacock or a border?

Yes. Type the change, such as with peacock, and the request is drawn from those words.

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