It’s 2008. I’m ten years old. I have a henna cone in my hand and I’m not afraid to use it. I squeeze unrecognisable flowers onto the women, and I paint wonky footballs and messy rockets onto the boys.

Henna designs are popular for weddings, fashion, fun and for everyday wear. Designs vary from simple to complicated and can depict flowers, vines, or even famous monuments.

As Ramadan draws to a close, preparations for the Eid celebrations begin, including adorning your skin with intricate henna designs. Henna at Eid is so popular, in fact, it's not unusual to see women ...