Easy To DIY Pichwai Cow Cutouts For Wall Hanger

The Thai words "Pich" (meaning "back") and "Wai" (meaning "hanging") are the etymological roots of the traditional word "Pichwai." The Pichwai cow wall hanging is a significant piece of Hindu religious art and decoration. We're here to help if you're someone who, like us, is enamored with Pichwai cow cutouts for their aesthetic value and is in search of fashionable ideas for decorating your walls with them.

In this guide, we'll go over the simple procedures to make the elegant DIY Pichwai cow wall hanging. In addition to that, we will also discuss the cultural aspects of this artistic practice.

Pichwai Cow Cutouts: A Look Back at Their Origins!

The Indian town of Nathdwara is a small village in the country's northern region. Pichwai cow decor art is thought to have originated in this village, according to local legend. This traditional method of artistic expression began as engravings on the stones and sculptures that adorned the walls of the ancient buildings. This pattern is now widely practiced across the country in a variety of guises, and it has gained widespread approval. 

Cows play an important role in Hindu mythology and the legend of Krishna. In the Nathdwara region of Rajasthan, where he is worshipped, he is referred to as Srinathji. Pichwai paintings frequently feature cows because of this connection. 

Pichwai cow cutout designs have become increasingly fashionable in modern decorative accessories like wall hangings, picture frames, and textiles. Pichwai Cow Cutouts are a lot of fun, so why don't we use them to make a fun piece of wall art?

How to DIY Pichwai Cow Cutouts for wall hanging? 

This Pichwai cow cutout comes with three lotus cutouts. The lotus is a significant element in Pichwai wall hanging decor. You can hang this Pichwai wall hanging in the balcony, entrance, living room, or even in your workplace.

Here are the few essentials you’ll need to customize the Pichwai Cow cutouts:

• Pichwai Cow Cutouts
• Lotus cutouts: 1 small, 1 medium, 1 large size
• Acrylic color
• Varnish
• Packet of White Moti (pearls)
• Orange pompom: 2 Piece 
• Hanging ring

Steps to proceed:

1) Start painting the MDF Pichwai Cow with acrylic color

In this case, we're making use of the MDF's pre-marked wall-hanger cutouts. These laser-processed markings make it simple for us to paint the artwork, so this is a great benefit. As a result, we won't be using gesso or any other kind of primer; rather, we'll jump right into applying the acrylic colors. You could also try using chalk paint in its place!

Create a creamy white color by blending white paint with a tiny amount of naple-yellow acrylic paint. Spread the color cream over the entirety of the cow cutout's base. Because we wanted the foundation to look more alluring, we went with this color. But, you can also apply the white titanium color on the base if you want.

2) Fill the detailing's

If you're making cow cutouts, wait until the paint is dry before you start adding details. Fill in the spots on the cow with the orange paint. Next, give the cow's foot and horns a coat of black or brown paint. You can use the golden color for accessories. 

Once you are satisfied with the colors, keep the cow cutout aside and let it dry.

3) Now, Paint the Lotus Cutouts

Take the small lotus cutout and paint the base with a blush pink color. Now, go over the MDF pre-drawn cutouts with brushstrokes of slightly darker pink. This will make it look pretty detailed and appealing for the wall-hanging decor. You can also apply fine strokes of the lightest pink color on the upper portion of the lotus petals. Lastly, outline the petals with golden color.

Follow the same steps for the remaining two lotus cutouts.

4) Varnish the Base

If you're using MDF cutouts in pairs, each pair should be assembled in the same way. Once you are satisfied with the colors, keep them aside and let everything dry completely. Once the base dries, varnish it with decor varnish. It will give the base a high gloss and a polished look. Moreover, varnish also helps to secure the artwork and improves its durability.

5) Tie them together with moti hanging strings.

Now, make a knot of the thread below the cow cutout with the help of needle and thread, and start making the three strings of hanging pearls with pompoms at the end. You can also hang a plastic bell instead of a pompom.

To make the wall hanging, fix the hanging ring with the white pearl string and attach the string to the smallest lotus. Now, start making the hanging strings ( 4 white pearls- pompom- 4 white pearls). Follow the sequence after every lotus and tie everything together.

Your artistic yet crafty MDF pre-marked wall hanger is ready to beautify your space.

Bonus:

You can find stunning examples of Pichwali wall art in canvas, jharokha, and wooden round bases. In order to make your acrylic colors, chalk paint, oil paint, Lippan art, and any number of other artworks look cuter in your living space, you can work with them in a variety of different ways. In addition, if you want to show someone how much you care about them by giving them a thoughtful present, you can buy the Pichwai cow cutouts and personalize them so that they fit your taste in interior design. This will demonstrate your love and care for them.

Wrapping up:

Hope you enjoyed the tutorial! Along with nameplates or Swastik cutouts, these Pichwai cow cutouts look great on the wall. If you are looking for a sturdy and well-constructed MDF Pichwai base, then you should check out the extensive selection that is available at HobbyIndia. We have a creative MDF wall hanger that is already marked. This will not only make it easier for you to finish your artwork, but it will also help you make the space feel better.