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Here is the pattern for the Naissance Mandala.  Although a long post, I hope the photos included help support the pattern.  For a concise and on the go version please scroll down to the bottom of the post to find a link to a printable PDF version.  You can purchase Naissance Mandala kits (UK only) or the pattern with a photo tutorial guide on how to attach the mandala to an embroidery hoop here. Pattern Notes  Pattern is written in UK crochet terms.        Abbreviations: dc     double crochet ch    chain ch sp    chain space htr...

Naissance Mandala, the symbol of new beginnings January, the time for resolutions, new starts, new beginnings and usually, for me, a new craft to try or a new project to embark on. The thirst for new experiences and the need to learn and discover has led me to try a whole host of crafts and creative activities. Over the past few years, (much to the amusement of friends and family) I've had annual crafting passions; there has been 'the year of baking', closely followed by 'the year of cake decorating', not forgetting the years of wet felting, needle felting, sewing...