Very simple, just ivory and two shades of pink. I mostly followed Nela's pattern here with a bit of subtle variation.
I used Schachenmayr Catania cotton yarn in natural (105), light pink (246) and magenta (251). I first saw this yarn here at Annie's Place where Sharron has created some beautiful makes with it.
But what does one do with a mandala? Pot grab? Don't want it to get stained. Protective mat to save marks on furniture? Will be mostly hidden. Bowl cover to protect food? It's a bit holey and the most determined creepy-crawlies could still get through, but I like the idea.
Settled. Might sew some beads on to weigh it down a bit.
What are you doing with your mandala?
Hope all is well out there ...
Jane x
PS Thank you for your lovely comments on my last post on the ripple blanket x
So pretty Jane, and I love that idea !
ReplyDeleteKate x
Brilliant idea of what to do with your mandala, it looks lovely like the old fashioned lace bowl covers, but more contemporary!! Clever you! xx
ReplyDeleteSuch a pretty mandala Jane, and it looks great in use as a bowl cover - that's a good idea, and you get to appreciate the design as its all on show.
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely weekend with your girls back home, and lets hope the weather cheers up a bit.
Gill xx
That is a very pretty mandala, in the perfect colours! And I do like your idea of how to use it...I envisage a lovely set to cover al fresco dinner bowls... ;-) Thanks for sharing! Chrissie x
ReplyDeleteI haven't attempted one yet & yours does look lovely xx
ReplyDeleteBrilliant idea and so pretty to boot!
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Love your colours, and the idea of how to use it.
ReplyDeleteHi Jane, your mandala has a very sophisticated look...I think the delicate colours give it that special quality.
ReplyDeleteTracey xx
I really, really like your Mandala - the simple, elegant colours set the pattern off beautifully. Also, it's so perfectly round! your crochet is very neat. x
ReplyDeleteVery lovely mandala Jane, and I like your idea for using it too.
ReplyDeleteMarianne x
I love the colours you've used and a great idea too. Sarah xo
ReplyDeleteA beautiful Mandala with gorgeous soft pastel colours.
ReplyDeletewhat about hanging it in a small spacwe on your wall.
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What a wonderful use for a mandala. Best wishes, Pj x
ReplyDeleteLove your mandala xxx
ReplyDeleteI love your idea. I have so many of these as they are quite addictive to make, and I mainly use them for pot stands, but you are right, their design and prettiness then gets hidden. Such a shame too! I might have to try this!
ReplyDeleteHave a super rest of a week!
Vanessa xxx
never thought to do one in white and a colour - having seen yours I will borrow the idea
ReplyDeleteit's beautiful, I love the colours. If you did want to use it as a bowl cover, you could line it with thin gauze
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