Phaedra—a gorgeous mandala that can be crocheted in two sizes. Perfect for using up leftover yarn or smaller balls, it's an eye-catching addition to any home!

The instructions are aimed at beginner who have mastered the following stitches and techniques:

• magic ring
• chain
• slip stitch
• single crochet
• half double crochet
• double crochet
• puff stitch
• front post double crochet
• back post double crochet
• front post single crochet
• back post single crochet
• front post puff stitch

The instructions include:

• General information about the pattern
• Tools and material used
• Stitches, techniques and abbreviations used
• Written description of each row including numerous photos to make it easier to follow
• Crochet chart created on the computer
• Table with the number of stitches or special stitch groups per row
• Tutorial on special stitches

The mandalas on the cover picture have the following dimensions: 60 cm and 30 cm diameter

Please note that if you use a different wool, a different needle size or generally crochet looser/tighter, the size may vary.

The following material and tools are required:

• Crochet hook 3.0 mm
• Scissors
• Sewing needle to sew up the loose ends
• metal rings (60 cm / 30 cm diameter)

The following wool was used:

• Manufacturer: Garninspirationen and more by Bianka (Facebook Group)
• Material: 50% cotton, 50% polyacrylic
• Length: 1000 m (of which 520 m for the large mandala and 130 cm for the small mandala were used)
• 4-thread wool (corresponds to sport or fingering yarn weight)
• Color: Rose in the dark