{"product_id":"2940157129057","title":"Mod Floral Mandalas","description":"A Coaster and Two Colorful Doilies to Crochet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 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.)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eREQUIRED SKILLS\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou will need to know how to\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003emake a slip knot\u003cbr\u003echain stitch\u003cbr\u003eslip stitch\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is recommended that you also be familiar with\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003esingle crochet\u003cbr\u003ehalf double crochet\u003cbr\u003edouble crochet\u003cbr\u003esingle crochet 3 together\u003cbr\u003edouble crochet 3, 4, and 5 together\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you don't know how to do these stitches, they are explained within the instructions. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTOOLS AND MATERIALS\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Mega Mod Floral Mandala measures 26? across. If you are making a different size, you will need to adjust the yarn amounts below accordingly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLess than 1 150-yard ball inexpensive worsted weight cotton in each of six different colors\u003cbr\u003eLess than 2 150-yard balls inexpensive worsted weight cotton in off white\u003cbr\u003eG (4mm) hook\u003cbr\u003escissors\u003cbr\u003eyarn needle\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTOPICS COVERED\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMore than just a simple crochet pattern, this ebook is like a mini-class. Each topic includes step-by-step instructions and photos where appropriate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou will learn:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHow to crochet an eight-petal flower\u003cbr\u003eHow to transform a flower shape into a round mandala\u003cbr\u003eHow to work a variety of stitch patterns\u003cbr\u003eHow to add a scalloped border to your mandala\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlus:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHow to simplify your color choices\u003cbr\u003eVariations\u003cbr\u003eResources","brand":"Polka Dot Cottage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47103879151856,"sku":"2940157129057","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940157129057_p0.jpg?v=1764092228","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940157129057","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}