This meditative mandala cross stitch pattern by Ink Circles is as versatile as it is fun to stitch. You can stitch it in a single color as shown, or change things up with a palette of your favorite hues. You will need approximately 25 yards of floss (3-4 skeins of DMC) for the entire piece.

The model was stitched with a soft white thread on hand-dyed linen. For a similar look, use chalkboard black linen or chalkboard black Aida.

Pattern details:

• Stitching area: 115 stitches wide x 115 stitches high
• Finished size: 8.2" x 8.2" on 14-count Aida or 28-count linen
• Model was stitched on 36-count linen
• Types of stitches: Cross stitch