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Virelle Mandala Pattern

Virelle Mandala Pattern
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12-15 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Multi-Day Project

A rewarding 12+ hour journey—perfect for dedicated crafters who love detailed work.

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Cozy Accent

A warm touch for your space that transforms ordinary corners into inviting nooks filled with handmade charm.

About This Virelle Mandala Pattern

This pattern creates the Virelle Mandala — a detailed, circular crochet mandala designed to be mounted on a 70 cm ring or blocked flat. It uses front post and back post stitches to create textured leaves, shells, and petal motifs, with an optional beaded finish. The pattern includes written rounds, chart symbols, and stitch explanations to guide you step by step.

Virelle Mandala Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Perfect for hanging as wall decor or framed in a hoop, the mandala is worked in the round with repeated leaf and shell motifs. Beads are optional and sewn on after finishing to add delicate accents.

Why You'll Love This Virelle Mandala Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because the texture grows slowly into an elegant mandala that feels rewarding to make. I enjoy how the front and back post stitches create such dimensional leaves and shells, giving each round a sculptural look. The option to add wooden beads lets me add a personal touch and a little sparkle to the finished piece. Working this mandala is a calming, meditative process that I find very satisfying — every round reveals a new detail.

Virelle Mandala Pattern step 1 - construction progress Virelle Mandala Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Virelle Mandala Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Virelle Mandala Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with colors when I make this mandala; try an ombre gradient from the center to the edge for a soft, modern look.

I often change yarn weight to create different sizes — bulky yarn with a larger hook makes a chunky, cozy mandala while fine yarn and a smaller hook make a delicate, lace-like version.

I like to swap the wooden beads for glass or metallic beads for a more elegant finish; larger beads give more impact while tiny seed beads add subtle sparkle.

I sometimes add a fringe or tassel to the bottom of the hoop for a boho vibe — simply attach multiple short strands evenly spaced along the lower arc of the ring.

I recommend trying contrasting colors for the front- and back-post rounds to make the texture pop visually; a darker back-post color can outline leaves nicely.

I occasionally mount the mandala between two hoops and add LED fairy lights behind it to create a soft illuminated wall piece.

If I want a sturdier hanging, I sew the edges to the ring using doubled yarn for extra strength and to reduce shifting over time.

For a different silhouette, I will change the ring size: smaller rings make more compact decor, and a very large ring becomes a dramatic focal point for a room.

I sometimes combine this mandala into sets of three different sizes and colors to build a gallery wall — varying yarn textures adds visual interest.

I also enjoy replacing some fp-dc clusters with small crocheted flowers or leaves for a personalized embellishment that makes each mandala uniquely mine.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the front- or back-loop instruction can change the texture and shape; always check whether the row tells you to work in front loops only or back loops only, and insert your hook accordingly to match the pattern. ✗ Not securing beads correctly will cause them to loosen over time; sew beads on after finishing with multiple passes through each bead and knot securely, hiding ends on the wrong side. ✗ Missing stitch counts after repeats leads to uneven mandala growth; count your repeats at the end of each round and compare to the pattern totals to catch mistakes early. ✗ Working with inconsistent tension creates a wavy or uneven mandala; maintain steady tension, and block the mandala carefully on a 70 cm ring or blocking surface to even out stitches and shape the piece properly.

Virelle Mandala Pattern

Create a delicate, lacy mandala perfect for wall display or large hoop décor. This pattern uses front- and back-post stitches to build textured leaves and shells, and includes optional beads for a charming finish. Follow the step-by-step written rounds and charts to craft a beautiful 70 cm mandala that makes a striking handmade accent for your home. Ideal for intermediate crocheters who love detailed, meditative projects.

Intermediate 12-15 Hours

Materials Needed for Virelle Mandala Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Cotton DK yarn suitable for 2.5 mm hook (US size C) — sample used: Cotton DK from 'Budget Yarn' in color Glass — approximately 800 meters
  • 02
    Optional wooden beads: 10 mm (8 pieces), 12 mm (8 pieces), 15 mm (8 pieces) — quantity shown as each size 8x
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    70 cm embroidery hoop or blocking ring OR blocking materials (pins, foam board) for finishing and shaping

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 2.5 mm (US size C)
  • 02
    Scissors
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    Tapestry needle for weaving ends and sewing beads
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    Stitch markers (recommended for repeats)
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    Pins and blocking board or 70 cm ring for blocking and mounting
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    Optional: wooden beads (10 mm, 12 mm, 15 mm)

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— Pattern :

Round 1 :

Start with a magic ring. Chain 3 (counts as dc), and work 11 dc in the ring. Slst in 3rd chain.

Round 2 :

In this row: front loops only. You work in the front loops from row 1. In every stitch (so also in the slst from row 1): slst, ch 2, 2 dc, ch 2, slst. End with a slst in the first chain from this row. You have 12 leaves.

Round 3 :

In this row: back loops only. You're working in the back loops of row 1. Slst in next. Chain 3 (counts as dc), dc in same. *2 dc in every stitch.* Repeat instructions between * until the end of the row. Slst in 3rd chain from the beginning of this row. You now have a total of 24 dc.

Round 4 :

In this row: front loops only. You're working in the front loops of row 3. *In next stitch: [slst, ch 2, dcl. In next: [dc, ch 2 and slst].* Repeat instructions between * until the end of the row. Slst in first chain from the beginning of this row. You have 12 leaves.

Round 5 :

In this row: back loops only. You're working in the back loops of row 3. Slst in next. Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in same. 1 dc in next. *2 dc in next, 1 dc in next.* Repeat instructions between * until the end of the row. Slst in 3rd chain from the beginning of this row. You have 36 dc.

Round 6 :

In this row: work in the front loops only. You're working in the front loops of row 5. *In next: [slst, ch 2, dc]. In next: 2 tr. In next: [dc, ch 2, slst].* Repeat instructions between * until the end of the row. Slst in first chain from the beginning of this row. You have 12 leaves.

Round 7 :

In this row: back loops only. You're working in the back loops from row 5. Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in next, 2 dc in next. *2 dc (1 in each), 2 dc in next.* Repeat instructions between * until the end of the row. You now have 48 dc.

Round 8 :

In this row: front loops only. You're working in the front loops from row 7. *In next: [slst, ch 2, dc]. In next: 2 tr. In next: 2 tr. In next: [dc, ch 2, slst].* Repeat instructions between * until the end of the row. Slst in the first chain from the beginning of this row. You have 12 leaves.

Round 9 :

In this row: back loops only. You're working in the back loops from row 7. Slst in next. Ch 3 (counts as dc), 2 dc (1 in each). In next 2 dc (so 2 dc in 1). *3 dc (1 in each), 2 dc in 1.* Repeat instructions between * until the end of the row. Slst in 3rd chain from the beginning of this row. You have a total of 60 dc.

Round 10 :

Ch 1, sc in same st. Crochet 3 more sc and then 2 sc in next (2 in 1). *4 sc, 2 sc in next st.* Repeat instructions between * until the end of the row. You now have 72 sts. Skip ch and end with slst in first sc.

Round 11 :

Ch 1, sc in same st. Crochet 3 more sc, in next: [1 sc, ch 3, 1 sc]. *8 sc, in the next: [1 sc, 3 ch, and 1 sc].* Repeat instructions between * and # until the end of the row. You have 4 sts left at the end of the row; 1 sc in each. Skip the chain from the beginning of this row, end with a slst in the first sc.

Round 12 :

2 slst, ch 3. dc in next. Then ch 1, in the chain space: [1 dc + 3 ch + 1 dc]. Ch 1, skip 1 st. *3 dc, ch 1, fp-dc in next 2 sts (insert hook in the next stitch, to the back side, and to the front again through the next), ch 1, 3 dc. Ch 1, skip 1 st, in the chain space: [1 dc + 3 ch + 1 dc]. Ch 1, skip 1 st.* Repeat instructions between * until the end of the row. Then work: 3 dc, ch 1, fp-dc in next 2 sts, ch 1, 1 dc, and end with slst in the 3rd ch.

Info :

The yellow circle shows in which sc you need to work the fp-dc.

Round 13 :

Ch 3 (counts as dc). *Ch 2, skip 1 st, fp-dc in dc. 8 dc in chain space, fp-dc in dc. Ch 2, skip 1 st. 2 dc. Chain 1, fp-dc, ch 1. 2 dc.* Repeat instructions from * until the end of the row. End with a ch 2, skip 1 st, 2 dc, chain 1, fp-dc, ch 1, dc. Then a slst in the 3rd chain from the beginning of this row.

Round 14 :

2 slst. Then fp-slst in the fp-dc from the previous row, ch 3 (counts as fp-dc). Work another fp-dc in the same st. 8 dc. 2 fp-dc in 1. Ch 1. Skip 1 st. *1 dc, ch 1, fp-dc, ch 1, 1 dc. Skip 1 st. Ch 1, 2 fp-dc in 1. 8 dc. 2 fp-dc in 1. Ch 1, skip 1 st.* Repeat instructions from * until the end of the row. End with 1 dc, ch 1, fp-dc, ch 1, 1 dc, ch 1, then work slst in the 3rd ch.

Round 15 :

Fp-slst, ch 3 (counts as fp-dc). 2 fp-dc in next. Sc between 1st and 2nd dc's. Then ch 1, and work a sc between the next two dc's. Repeat this until you have a total of 7 sc with a chain between each of the sc's. 2 fp-dc in 1, fp-dc. *ch 2, skip 1 st, fp-dc in fp-dc from previous row, skip 1 st, ch 2. Fp-dc, 2 fp-dc in 1. Work a sc between the 1st and 2nd dc's, chain 1, sc between next two stitches. You have 7 sc with a ch between each sc. 2 fp-dc in 1, fp-dc.* Repeat instructions from * until the end of the row. End with a fp-dc and ch 2, then a slst in the 3rd chain from the beginning of this row.

Round 16 :

Fp-slst, ch 3 (counts as fp-dc). Fp-dc, 2 fp-dc in 1. Sc in ch-1 space, chain 1, sc in next ch-1 space, chain 1, and repeat this until the end of the shell (so 6 sc and 5 chains in total). 2 fp-dc in 1, 2 fp-dc (1 in each). *ch 1, fp-dc in fp-dc from previous row, ch 1. 2 fp-dc, 2 fp-dc in 1. Sc in ch-1 space, chain 1, sc in ch-1 space, chain 1, sc in ch-1 space, repeat until end of the shell (so 6 sc and 5 chains in total). 2 fp-dc in 1, then 2 fp-dc (1 in each).* Repeat instructions between * until the end of the row. After the last leaf, you end with a ch 1, fp-dc, ch 1, and slst in the 3rd chain from the beginning of this row.

Round 17 :

Fp-slst, ch 3 (counts as fp-dc). Then 2 fp-dc (1 in each), 2 fp-dc in 1. 1 sc in ch-1 space, ch 1, sc in ch-1 space, ch 1, repeat (5 sc and 4 chains in total). 2 fp-dc in 1, 3 fp-dc (1 in each). *ch 1, fp-dc, ch 1. 3 fp-dc (1 in each), 2 fp-dc in 1. 1 sc in ch-1 space, ch 1, sc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sc in ch-1 space, repeat (5 sc and 4 chains in total). 2 fp-dc in 1, 3 fp-dc (1 in each).* Repeat instructions between * until the end of the row. End with a ch 1, fp-dc, ch 1, and then a slst in the 3rd chain from the beginning of this row.

Round 18 :

Fp-slst, ch 3 (counts as fp-dc). 3 fp-dc (1 in each). 2 fp-dc in 1. Sc in ch-1 space, ch 1, repeat (4 sc and 3 chains in total). 2 fp-dc in 1, 2 fp-dc (1 in each), fp-dc2tog. *ch 2, fp-dc, ch 2. fp-dc2tog, 2 fp-dc (1 in each), 2 fp-dc in 1. Sc in ch-1 space, ch 1, sc in ch-1 space, repeat (4 sc and 3 chains in total). 2 fp-dc in 1, 2 fp-dc (1 in each), fp-dc2tog.* Repeat instructions between * until the end of the row. End with a ch 2, fp-dc, ch 2, and a slst in the 3rd chain from the beginning of this row + the next fp-dc (this way you 'crochet them together').

Round 19 :

2 slst (1 in each). Fp-slst in next, ch 3 (counts as fp-dc). Fp-dc, 2 fp-dc in 1. Sc in ch-1 space, ch 1, sc in next ch-1 space, repeat (3 sc and 2 chains in total). 2 fp-dc in 1, 2 fp-dc (1 in each), fp-dc2tog. *ch 2. In next: [fp-dc, ch 1, fp-dc]. ch 2, fp-dc2tog, 2 fp-dc (1 in each), 2 fp-dc in 1. Sc in ch-1 space, ch 1, sc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sc in ch-1 space (so 3 sc and 2 chains in total). 2 fp-dc in 1, 2 fp-dc (1 in each), fp-dc2tog.* Repeat instructions between * until the end of the row. End with: in next [fp-dc, ch 1, fp-dc]. Ch 2, fp-dc2tog (you work in the ch 3 + the next fp-dc from the previous row, and the next fp-dc). Slst in 3rd chain from the beginning of this row.

Round 20 :

Fp-slst in next fp-dc, ch 3 (counts as fp-dc). Fp-dc in next, 2 fp-dc in 1. Sc in ch-1 space, ch 1, sc in next ch-1 space. 2 fp-dc in 1, 2 fp-dc (1 in each), fp-dc2tog. *ch 3, 2 fp-dc in 1, ch 2, 2 fp-dc in 1, ch 3. fp-dc2tog, 2 fp-dc (1 in each), 2 fp-dc in 1. Sc in ch-1 space, ch 1, sc in next ch-1 space. 2 fp-dc in 1, 2 fp-dc (1 in each), fp-dc2tog.* Repeat instructions between * until the end of the row. End with 2 fp-dc in 1, ch 2, 2 fp-dc in 1, ch 3. fp-dc2tog, slst in 3rd chain from the beginning of this row.

Round 21 :

Fp-slst in next fp-dc, ch 3 (counts as fp-dc). Fp-dc2tog (skip the space with sc's and chains). 2 fp-dc (1 in each), fp-dc2tog. *ch 3, 2 fp-dc (1 in each), ch 3, dc in chain space, ch 3, 2 fp-dc (1 in each), ch 3. fp-dc2tog, 2 fp-dc (1 in each), fp-dc2tog (skip the space with the sc's and chains), 2 fp-dc (1 in each), fp-dc2tog.* Repeat instructions between * until the end of the row. End with a ch 3, 2 fp-dc (1 in each), ch 3, dc in ch space, ch 3, 2 fp-dc (1 in each), ch 3. Fp-dc2tog, and a slst in the 3rd chain from the beginning of this row.

Round 22 :

Fp-slst in same (the beginning chain from the previous row), ch 3 (counts as fp-dc). Fp-dc in the fp-dc2tog from the previous row (you insert in the top loops as shown in the picture). Fp-dc in next. Fp-dc2tog. *ch 3, 2 fp-dc (1 in each), ch 3. Clst in first chain space, ch 4, clst in second chain space. Ch 3, 2 fp-dc (1 in each), ch 3. Fp-dc2tog, 3 fp-dc (1 in each, the second one goes in the fp-dc2tog from the previous row, where you insert through the loops in the top as shown in the picture). Then a fp-dc2tog.* Repeat instructions between * until the end of the row. End with a clst, ch 3, 2 fp-dc (1 in each), ch 3 and fp-dc2tog. Then a slst in the 3rd chain from the beginning of this row.

Round 23 :

Fp-slst in next, ch 3 (counts as fp-dc). You start in the center of the leaf. Fp-dc2tog. *ch 3, 2 fp-dc (1 in each), ch 3. 2 fp-dc in clst from previous row (you insert from front to the back side, and going behind the clst, you go to the front again). Ch 5, 2 fp-dc in next clst from previous row (same instructions as before). Ch 3, 2 fp-dc in 1, ch 3. Fp-dc2tog, fp-dc, fp-dc2tog.* Repeat instructions between * until the end of the row. End with a fp-dc2tog and a slst in the 3rd chain from the beginning of this row.

Round 24 :

Work a slst in the fp-dc2tog and the 3 chains (so 1 slst in each) and in the next fp-dc. *To make a heart shape, you follow these instructions: You have 4 fp-dc in total to work...

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the wooden beads in the center after the mandala is fully finished; position beads as shown in photos and sew securely through each bead several times before knotting and hiding ends on the wrong side.
  • Beads are optional; if you prefer not to use beads simply work a normal dc (or fp-dc) instead of any 'dc with bead' instruction referenced in the pattern.
  • Block the mandala on a 70 cm ring or on a blocking board to shape and even the stitches before mounting; pin evenly around petals and leaves and allow to dry fully.
  • Attach the finished mandala to a 70 cm ring (or embroidery hoop) by evenly stitching the outer edge to the ring using matching yarn and a whipstitch, hiding joins and securing firmly.

Important Notes

  • 💡There are charts in this pattern; previous rows are shown in light grey to indicate the top row is always the current row, so study charts carefully before working each round.
  • 💡The beads in the center of the mandala are sewn on after the mandala is finished; the beading section description is at the end of the pattern.
  • 💡If you find the pattern difficult, a video version is available which can be very helpful; follow the written rounds along with chart symbols for best results.
  • 💡Work front post and back post stitches by inserting around the stitch as explained in the 'Explanation stitches' section for correct texture and placement.

This mandala pattern is a beautiful way to bring handcrafted charm into your home with a delicate, textured design. It combines front-post techniques and optional wooden beads for a subtle, elegant finish you can be proud of. Whether you hang it as wall art or display it in a hoop, it makes a standout handmade accent. 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished mandala is designed to be mounted on a 70 cm ring or blocked to approximately that diameter when using the recommended Cotton DK yarn and 2.5 mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can substitute yarn weights, but this will change the final size and texture. Use an appropriate hook for your chosen yarn and expect the mandala to scale up or down accordingly.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and uses front post and back post stitches, clusters, and crochet-together techniques, so experience with these stitches or willingness to practice them is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this mandala in multiple sessions; plan for a multi-day project of roughly 12-15 hours, depending on experience and pace.