Cross-Stitch Mandalas: 20 Unique Projects Celebrating Color Stories from Around the World

Bright, beautiful symmetry in cross-stitch! Mandalas are intricate circular designs used around the world to invoke calm centeredness through reflection. In recent times, drawing, colouring, and painting mandalas have become popular ways to seek out this inner serenity. It is in this spirit that the talented embroiderer Isabelle Haccourt Vautier offers 20 mandalas inspired by cities and countries she dreams of visiting. Using her imagination and knowledge of the places’ histories and traditions, she has created breath taking mandalas that celebrate the spirit of each destination.

A student of colour research and crystal healing, Isabelle highlights the symbolism of the colours she has chosen and a stone that corresponds for each pattern. Completed pieces are shown finished in a variety of ways: wall hangings and banners, pouches and totes, pincushions, tea towels, and more. Each design includes a list of fabrics and embroidery floss colours used and detailed cross-stitch charts. Both stitching and admiring these stunning mandalas will transport you to a place of calm and joy!