This Simple Crochet Mandala Free Pattern for Beginners is one of those joyful little projects that feels almost meditative as the rounds come together.
I love how a mandala can transform just a few stitches into something colorful and eye-catching, without being complicated.
It’s quick to make, easy to follow, and a great way to play with yarn from your stash while creating something beautiful.
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Simple Crochet Mandala Coaster or Wall Hanging
One of the things I adore about this design is how versatile it is.
You can stop after just a few rounds and have a pretty crochet mandala coaster pattern, or keep adding rounds to create a larger piece.
With a lightweight cotton yarn, it makes a perfect boho-style mandala wall hanging that adds color and texture to any room.
Play with color changes in each round to create a vibrant design, or keep it minimal and modern with a single shade.
This free pattern is easy to customize and makes a thoughtful handmade gift too.
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Ideas for Using Your Crochet Mandala
Once you finish your mandala, you’ll have a piece that’s both decorative and practical.
A small version makes a lovely crochet mandala coaster, while a larger one can be framed or used as a boho mandala wall hanging.
You can even join several together for a colorful table runner or use them as appliqués on bags and pillows.
This pattern is simple to adapt; just play with yarn thickness, hook size, and color choices to get a whole new look every time you make one.
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Let’s get to the pattern, shall we? Making A colorful crochet Mandala- The Garden Star
Difficulty
Easy
Materials
- For this sample, I used 100% cotton yarn – Drops Paris, weight #3, in 3 colors ( beige, peach, and mustard), 35 grams of yarn.
- You can use any yarn of your choice and in any colors
- Hook: US Size (4 mm)
- Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape
Finished Size
This sample is 10” wide
Stitch Key
- Ch = Chain
- Sc = Single Crochet
- St = Stitch
- Dc = Double Crochet
- Yo = Yarn Over
- SlSt = Slip Stitch
Notes
- This pattern is written in US terminology
- This pattern is worked in rounds
- Ch 2 does count as st at the beginning of each row
- Ch1 at the beginning of the row does not count as a stitch
- This pattern uses pattern repeats.
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Instructions
Start with color mustard -Chain 4 and Slst to 1st stitch to form a circle, or use the magic Ring
Round 1: Ch 2 (counts as 1st st) in the circle, dc 11 for a total of 12, Slst to the 1st st to close the round (12)
Round 2: Slst to space between stitches, Ch2+dc 1 in space, dc 2 in next space between stitches and around to last, Slst to 1st st to close the round (24)
Cut yarn
Round 3: Introduce color beige in the space between dc 2 clusters, ch2+dc 2 in space, ch 1 *skip next cluster, dc 3 in next space between, ch1, repeat from * to end of round, Slst to 1st st
Round 4: Slst to ch 1, ch2+dc 1+ch1+dc2 in same space, ch 1, *(dc 2 + ch1+dc2) in next ch 1 space, ch 1, repeat from * around to end of round, Slst to 1st st to close the round.
Cut yarn
Round 5: Introduce the color peach in ch1 space, Ch2+dc2 in ch 1 space, ch 1, *skip dc 2, dc 3 in next ch 1 space, ch 1, repeat from * to end of round, Slst to 1st stitch to close the round
Round 6: Slst to next ch1 space, Ch2+dc2 in ch 1 space, ch 1, *skip dc 2, dc 3 in next ch 1 space, ch 1, repeat from * to end of round, Slst to 1st stitch to close the round
Cut yarn
Final Round
Round 7: Introduce color mustard in ch 1 space, sc 1 in ch 1 space, *skip dc 3, (dc3 + picot st + dc 3) in next ch 1 space, skip dc 3, sc 1 in next ch 1 space, repeat from * around, Slst to 1st st
Finishing
Secure the yarn, weave in the ends, and cut the yarn.
Block the Mandala using water or a steaming tool.
Stretch it into a wooden loop and hang it on your walls
How to Stretch Your Crochet Mandala on a Ring
One of the prettiest ways to finish this simple crochet mandala free pattern for beginners is by stretching it onto a metal or wooden ring. This quick step transforms your project into a polished boho mandala wall hanging that’s ready to display in your home or give as a handmade gift.
To do this, choose a ring that’s close to the size of your finished piece. Place your mandala inside the ring, making sure it’s centered, and then use yarn or thread to slipstitch the picots to the edge to the ring.
If you’ve been following along with this easy crochet mandala pattern step by step, you’ll notice how beautifully the design blooms once it’s stretched flat.
This finishing technique not only keeps the mandala’s shape crisp, it also gives you the option to play with size and style. Smaller rings make charming crochet mandala coasters, while larger ones become eye-catching boho crochet wall art.
**This is an original Sandra Regev pattern: Owner /Designer of Sandra Stitches. This pattern may not be redistributed for free, sale, or trade, but finished products can be sold with credit to this shop – enjoy!
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