The beautiful stain that it left on the skin after its application led to the practice of making designs with it on one is hands and feet.
Each design has a specific meaning attached to it and knowing these meanings will throw a whole new light on the significance of henna art.
Apart from the designs having specific meanings, which part of the body you have the design on also holds significance.
For instance, having a simple henna designs for beginners owls on your hands / palms signifies an offering from you to the world.