Kara mala for chanting

Those who do not have any Mala (like Tulsi etc.), they may use "Kar Mala". "Kar" means hand so you will use yourhand to count the number Mantras.You should use your right hand to count mantras. You should use your thumb for counting like in the picture givenbelow,

Note :- You should avoid putting thumb on lines and tip of fingers.When you complete one cycle of ten, use your left hand and its thumb in the same manner to count one cycle.when you have completed the 10 cycle or 10 x 10 = 100 times (means you have recited the Mantras 100 times tillnow) you would have completed the 10 points on left hand too.Now remove thumb from left hand and count the balance 8 Mantras in the following manner..