Henna Elephant (Blue/Light Blue) Envelopes

This cute <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/lace9lives">Hand-Drawn</a> Elephant is all painted up in Henna and ready to celebrate with you. Mehndi is a ceremonial art form which originated in ancient India. Muslims also use it as an indication of coming of age. Intricate patterns of mehndi are typically applied to brides before wedding ceremonies. The bridegroom is also painted in some parts of India. The word mehndi is derived from the Sanskrit word mendhikā. The use of mehndi is described in the earliest Hinduism's Vedic ritual books. Haldi (staining oneself with turmeric paste) as well as mehndi are Vedic customs, intended to be a symbolic representation of the outer and the inner sun. Vedic customs are centred around the idea of "awakening the inner light". "Customize It" Plus - you can also completely change the look of this design with the colours of your choice.