The word “mandala” comes from the Sanskrit term for “circle.” Mandalas have their roots in Indian religions, but these geometric designs have become popular with artistic types in recent years. Mandala coloring books are all the rage, and crochet mandalas pop up all over social media. (Search the hashtag #crochetmandala to see some beautiful examples.) After hooking a few mandalas I found online and in books, I was inspired to take the flower motif from my Mod Floral Blanket pattern and adapt it for use in my own mandala design. I love the result! The Mega Mod Floral Mandala is 26 inches across and could entirely cover a small end table. That’s pretty big, as mandalas go, and not everyone needs that kind of coverage. With that in mind, I designed the Mini Mod Floral Mandala (which is just a foot wide) and the Mod Floral Coaster, which is a petite 5 inches and a perfect place to set down a mug of hot tea. REQUIRED SKILLS You will need to know how to make a slip knot chain stitch slip stitch It is recommended that you also be familiar with single crochet half double crochet double crochet single crochet 3 together double crochet 3, 4, and 5 together If you don’t know how to do these stitches, they are explained within the instructions. TOOLS AND MATERIALS The Mega Mod Floral Mandala measures 26? across. If you are making a different size, you will need to adjust the yarn amounts below accordingly. Less than 1 150-yard ball inexpensive worsted weight cotton in each of six different colors Less than 2 150-yard balls inexpensive worsted weight cotton in off white G (4mm) hook scissors yarn needle TOPICS COVERED More than just a simple crochet pattern, this ebook is like a mini-class. Each topic includes step-by-step instructions and photos where appropriate. You will learn: How to crochet an eight-petal flower How to transform a flower shape into a round mandala How to work a variety of stitch patterns How to add a scalloped border to your mandala Plus: How to simplify your color choices Variations Resources

Crocheted mandalas are having a moment! And it's no wonder the lovely mandala is in vogue: one evening is often enough to begin and finish something eye-catching. Many crocheters make mandalas as a meditative activity, while others love them simply for the wonderful opportunities they offer for mixing colors and stitch textures. A new take on traditional shapes, like granny squares or hexagons, these attractive crocheted circles are causing a real buzz in the crochet community. Included are complete written and charted directions for a variety of types of circular designs, plus a range of creative techniques and ideas to make yours stand out from the crowd. With full patterns and inspiring photos, a review of crochet techniques, a discussion of materials, colors, finishing techniques, and lots of project ideas including bags, shawls, blankets, and pillows, this book guarantees many hours of happy mandala-making.

2019 Gift Ideas | 100 Images Note: We have taken the circular mandalas from Magical Mandalas and repurposed them into beautiful "full-frame" patterns for 100 Magical Patterns. Enjoy beautiful patterns with this delightful coloring book from bestselling publishing brand, Jade Summer. Our 100 Magical Patterns coloring book is a wonderful collection of incredible and easy-to-color patterns. Enjoy the symmetrical and simple beauty of adorable animals, lovely flowers, elegant floral patterns, fun geometric shapes, and much more! With 100 different patterns to color and a variety of themes, you will always have something different to color. If you love mandala coloring books, then you will love this reimagined mandala experience. We have combined the symmetrical beauty of mandalas with the enjoyment of coloring "full-frame" images. By eliminating the whitespace commonly found in mandala books, we have given you more to color than ever before! Why You Will Love this Book Relaxing Coloring Pages. Every page you color will pull you into a relaxing world where your responsibilities will seem to fade away... Beautiful Illustrations. We've included 100 images for you to express your creativity and make masterpieces. Which colors will you choose for this book? Single-sided Pages. Every image is placed on its own black-backed page to reduce the bleed-through problem found in other coloring books. Great for All Skill Levels. You can color every page however you want and there is no wrong way to color (even if you are a beginner). Makes a Wonderful Gift. Know someone who loves to color? Make them smile by getting them a copy too. You could even color together! About Jade Summer 100+ Coloring Books. Explore the entire Jade Summer collection and find an amazing book for your next coloring adventure. As a Jade Summer fan, you have access to books in a variety of popular themes, including animals, mandalas, fantasy, inspirational, and many more! 6,500+ 5-star Amazon Reviews. Jade Summer is one of the premier coloring book brands and a frequent bestseller on Amazon. When you buy a Jade Summer coloring book, you know it's a product you'll love. Fun Online Community. Our fun, friendly, and supportive community on social media is an entertaining way to view completed pages from other Jade Summer fans, meet other colorists, and share your masterpieces with the world. Buy Now & Relax... Scroll to the top of the page and click the Add to Cart button.

Color a "modern" world of retro-50's aesthetics, with fresh, engaging illustrations that evoke the clean lines, shapes, and geometric structures of mid-twentieth century dwellings and surroundings.

Flamingos and cacti and breeze blocks, oh my! Welcome to the retro fabulous time capsule of Palm Springs, California!Tucked snuggly into California's Coachella Valley, Palm Springs has been captivating tourists and residents alike for decades. Known for it's distinctive desert modernist architecture and eccentric style, Palm Springs is the epitome of California Cool - even in triple digit temperatures. Vintage Oasis celebrates the unique life and style of Palm Springs by featuring fabulously vintage vignettes and midcentury modern homes designed by renowned architects including Krisel, Alexander, Eichler, Wexler, Frey, Lautner (and more!) Whether you've never visited this modernist enclave or are an avid Palm Springs connoisseur, Vintage Oasis will transport you into a world where style (and color!) are key. Grab your art supplies, a tiki drink (or two!) and live the modernist dream with Vintage Oasis. This coloring book features 38 pages of quirky lineart by illustrator and proud Palm Springs resident, Karla Magana.

Explains stenciling techniques and includes photographs and descriptions of projects as well as removable acetate and laser-cut stencils.