- Craft Type: Crochet
- Pattern Category: Mandala
- Yarn Weight: Sport (12 wpi)
- Recommended Yarn: Lily Sugar’n Cream
- Hook Size: 4.0 mm
- Finished Dimensions: Approximately 12 cm in diameter
- Crochet Language: US Terms
Materials Required
- Crochet Hook: 4.0 mm
- Darning Needle
- Scissors
- Yarn: Any sport-weight cotton or cotton blend (e.g., Lily Sugar’n Cream)
- Yarn Colors:
- A: Bright Blue
- B: Soft Yellow
- C: Coral
- D: Lavender
- E: Mint Green
- F: Cream
Abbreviation Key
- Ch: Chain
- Dc: Double Crochet
- Sc: Single Crochet
- Sl St: Slip Stitch
- St: Stitch
- Tr: Treble Crochet
Step-by-Step Instructions for Connie’s Ray of Hope Crochet Mandala
1. Starting Round
Begin with Colour A. Create a magic ring (MR) and work 8 single crochets (sc) into it to form the base of the mandala. Connect with a slip stitch to the first sc to close the round securely.
2. Expanding Round
Chain 3 (this counts as double crochet) and work 2 double crochets (dc) in each stitch around to double the stitch count, creating a larger mandala.
Connect with a slip stitch to the top of the initial chain. Fasten off and switch to Colour B.
3. Textured Round
Chain 4 (this counts as a dc plus a chain one). In the same stitch, work (1 dc, ch 1) to create an open texture.
Continue with (1 dc, ch 1) in each stitch around, enhancing the mandala’s dimension. Connect with a slip stitch and change to Colour C.
4. Fullness Round
Chain 2 (counts as a half double crochet). In each chain space from the previous round, work 2 half double crochets (hdc) to add fullness.
This round sets the stage for the next layer. Connect with a slip stitch and switch to Colour D.
5. Lacy Round
Chain 3 (counts as a dc), then work 2 dc in the same stitch. Chain 2, skip the next stitch, and place 3 dc in the next stitch. Repeat this pattern all around to create a lovely lace effect. Connect with a slip stitch and change to Colour E.
6. Scalloped Edge Round
In the first chain space, work (ch 2, dc, ch 2, 2 dc). In each chain space, repeat (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) to create a beautiful scalloped edge. Connect with a slip stitch to close this round and switch to Colour F.
7. Final Texture Round
Chain 1, and sc in each dc and chain space around to fill any gaps and unify the texture. Slip stitch to the beginning chain to close the round securely. Fasten off.
8. Ruffled Edge Round
Chain 1, then work 2 sc in the same stitch. Next, work (sc in the next 5 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch) around to create a ruffled effect, adding a lively touch. Connect with a slip stitch to the first stitch and fasten off.
9. Decorative Shell Round
Start with chain 1, sc in the same stitch, skip 3 stitches, then work (5 dc, ch 1, 5 dc) in the next stitch to form a shell stitch.
Continue this pattern around until you complete the mandala. Fasten off and weave in any loose ends to finish.
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