Celestial Bloom Mandala Wall Hanging: A Free Boho Crochet Pattern

There is something deeply meditative about crocheting a mandala. Each round builds upon the last, layering texture and color into a perfect, symmetrical bloom. Today, I am thrilled to share a pattern that has captured my heart: the Celestial Bloom Mandala Wall Hanging. This intricate design weaves together plush puff-like clusters, delicate picot loops, and a warm, sunset-inspired color palette to create a stunning piece of boho wall art. Whether you are an experienced crocheter looking for a mindful project or a confident beginner ready for a challenge, this pattern is as soothing to create as it is gorgeous to display. Let's pick up our hooks and bring a little handmade celestial magic into our homes.

Materials Needed

Before we begin our crafting journey, let's gather our supplies. For this project, you will need:

• Yarn: Worsted weight cotton yarn in 4 colors. The pattern uses a beautiful gradient, but feel free to choose your own palette.
  • Color A (Cream) – for the center and final rounds
  • Color B (Dusty Rose) – for the first textured layer
  • Color C (Sage Green) – for the mid-point clusters
  • Color D (Terracotta) – for the outer picot and scallop edges
• Crochet Hook: 5.0 mm (H-8) crochet hook
• Notions: Stitch marker, yarn needle for weaving in ends, scissors
• For the Fringe: 48 wooden beads (with holes large enough for your yarn) and a crochet hook to pull the fringe through.

Gauge: The first 3 rounds should measure 3 inches in diameter. Gauge is not critical for this project, but maintaining consistent tension throughout will ensure a flat, even mandala.

Step-by-Step Instructions

This mandala is worked in continuous spiral rounds, with each round introducing a new texture or color. Use a stitch marker to track the start of each round. Let's begin!

Round 1 (Color A): The Foundation

Make a magic ring. Work 12 double crochet (dc) into the ring. Pull the tail tight to close the ring completely. Slip stitch (sl st) to join to the first dc. (12 sts)

Round 2 (Color A): Growing the Center

Chain 3 (counts as your first dc). Work 1 dc into the same stitch (this creates your increase). Work 2 dc into each stitch around. Slip stitch to join to the top of the beginning chain-3. (24 sts)

Round 3 (Color B): Creating Loops

Chain 1. Work 1 single crochet (sc) into the same stitch. *Chain 3, skip 1 stitch, sc into the next stitch.* Repeat from * to * around, ending with chain 3, skip 1 stitch, sl st to join to the first sc. (12 chain-3 loops)

Round 4 (Color B): First Clusters

Slip stitch into the first chain-3 loop. Chain 3 (counts as first dc). Work 3 dc into the same loop. *Chain 1, work 4 dc into the next chain-3 loop.* Repeat from * to * around, ending with chain 1, sl st to join to the top of the beginning chain-3. (12 clusters of 4 dc)

Round 5 (Color C): Expanding the Web

Slip stitch into the next 2 dc to reach the space between clusters. Chain 1. Work 1 sc into this space. *Chain 5, sc into the next space between clusters.* Repeat from * to * around, ending with chain 5, sl st to join to the first sc. (12 chain-5 loops)

Round 6 (Color C): Larger Clusters

Slip stitch into the first chain-5 loop. Chain 3 (counts as first dc). Work 5 dc into the same loop. *Chain 2, work 6 dc into the next chain-5 loop.* Repeat from * to * around, ending with chain 2, sl st to join to the top of the beginning chain-3. (12 clusters of 6 dc)

Round 7 (Color D): Deepening the Pattern

Slip stitch into the next 3 dc to reach the space between clusters. Chain 1. Work 1 sc into this space. *Chain 7, sc into the next space between clusters.* Repeat from * to * around, ending with chain 7, sl st to join to the first sc. (12 chain-7 loops)

Round 8 (Color D): The Picot Edge

Slip stitch into the first chain-7 loop. Chain 1. Work 1 sc into the loop. *Chain 4, work 1 picot (chain 3, sl st into the first chain of the picot), chain 4, work 1 sc into the same loop. Chain 1, work 1 sc into the next chain-7 loop.* Repeat from * to * around, ending with chain 1, sl st to join to the first sc. (12 picot points)

Round 9 (Color A): Bridging the Gaps

Slip stitch into the next chain-4 space. Chain 1. Work 1 sc into this space. *Chain 5, work 1 sc into the next chain-4 space (after the picot). Chain 5, work 1 sc into the chain-1 space between the two sc of the previous round.* Repeat from * to * around, ending with chain 5, sl st to join to the first sc. (24 chain-5 loops)

Round 10 (Color A): Doubling the Clusters

Slip stitch into the first chain-5 loop. Chain 3 (counts as first dc). Work 3 dc into the same loop. *Chain 1, work 4 dc into the next chain-5 loop.* Repeat from * to * around, ending with chain 1, sl st to join to the top of the beginning chain-3. (24 clusters of 4 dc)

Round 11 (Color B): New Loops

Slip stitch into the next 2 dc to reach the space between clusters. Chain 1. Work 1 sc into this space. *Chain 6, sc into the next space between clusters.* Repeat from * to * around, ending with chain 6, sl st to join to the first sc. (24 chain-6 loops)

Round 12 (Color B): Refining the Loops

Slip stitch into the first chain-6 loop. Chain 1. Work 1 sc into the loop. *Chain 5, work 1 sc into the next chain-6 loop.* Repeat from * to * around, ending with chain 5, sl st to join to the first sc. (24 chain-5 loops)

Round 13 (Color C): Textured Growth

Slip stitch into the first chain-5 loop. Chain 3 (counts as first dc). Work 5 dc into the same loop. *Chain 2, work 6 dc into the next chain-5 loop.* Repeat from * to * around, ending with chain 2, sl st to join to the top of the beginning chain-3. (24 clusters of 6 dc)

Round 14 (Color C): Preparing for the Edge

Slip stitch into the next 3 dc to reach the space between clusters. Chain 1. Work 1 sc into this space. *Chain 8, sc into the next space between clusters.* Repeat from * to * around, ending with chain 8, sl st to join to the first sc. (24 chain-8 loops)

Round 15 (Color D): The Scallop Beginnings

Slip stitch into the first chain-8 loop. Chain 1. Work 1 sc into the loop. *Chain 5, work 1 sc into the same loop. Chain 3, work 1 sc into the next chain-8 loop.* Repeat from * to * around, ending with chain 3, sl st to join to the first sc. (24 large loops, 24 small loops)

Round 16 (Color D): Building the Scallops

Slip stitch into the next chain-5 loop. Chain 1. Work 1 sc into the loop. *Chain 6, work 1 sc into the next chain-5 loop. Chain 1, work 1 sc into the next chain-3 loop. Chain 1, work 1 sc into the next chain-5 loop.* Repeat from * to * around, ending with chain 1, sl st to join to the first sc. (24 chain-6 loops, 24 chain-1 spaces)

Round 17 (Color A): The Final Expansion

Slip stitch into the first chain-6 loop. Chain 1. Work 1 sc into the loop. *Chain 7, work 1 sc into the next chain-6 loop. Chain 2, work 1 sc into the next chain-1 space. Chain 2, work 1 sc into the next chain-6 loop.* Repeat from * to * around, ending with chain 2, sl st to join to the first sc. (24 chain-7 loops, 48 chain-2 spaces)

Round 18 (Color A): Widening the Lace

Slip stitch into the first chain-7 loop. Chain 1. Work 1 sc into the loop. *Chain 8, work 1 sc into the next chain-7 loop. Chain 3, work 1 sc into the next chain-2 space. Chain 3, work 1 sc into the next chain-2 space. Chain 3, work 1 sc into the next chain-7 loop.* Repeat from * to * around, ending with chain 3, sl st to join to the first sc. (24 chain-8 loops, 72 chain-3 spaces)

Round 19 (Color B): The Penultimate Round

Slip stitch into the first chain-8 loop. Chain 1. Work 1 sc into the loop. *Chain 9, work 1 sc into the next chain-8 loop. Chain 4, work 1 sc into the next chain-3 space. Chain 4, work 1 sc into the next chain-3 space. Chain 4, work 1 sc into the next chain-3 space. Chain 4, work 1 sc into the next chain-8 loop.* Repeat from * to * around, ending with chain 4, sl st to join to the first sc. (24 chain-9 loops, 96 chain-4 spaces)

Round 20 (Color B): The Grand Finale

Slip stitch into the first chain-9 loop. Chain 1. Work 1 sc into the loop. *Chain 10, work 1 sc into the next chain-9 loop. Chain 5, work 1 sc into the next chain-4 space. Chain 5, work 1 sc into the next chain-4 space. Chain 5, work 1 sc into the next chain-4 space. Chain 5, work 1 sc into the next chain-4 space. Chain 5, work 1 sc into the next chain-9 loop.* Repeat from * to * around, ending with chain 5, sl st to join to the first sc. (24 chain-10 loops, 120 chain-5 spaces)

Finishing and Blocking

Fasten off and weave in all ends securely. To truly make your mandala shine, blocking is essential. Gently wet-block or steam-block your mandala to open up the lacework, even out the stitches, and achieve that perfect, flat, round shape. Pin it out to your desired dimensions and let it dry completely.

Adding the Beaded Fringe

This is where the boho magic happens! Cut 48 strands of yarn, each 12 inches long. Thread a wooden bead onto each strand and fold the strand in half. Using a crochet hook, pull the folded loop through the outer edge of the mandala at evenly spaced intervals (for example, every 2 chain-5 spaces). Pull the yarn ends through the loop and tighten to secure the fringe. Once all 48 strands are attached, trim the fringe ends to an even length.

And there you have it—a stunning, handcrafted Celestial Bloom Mandala Wall Hanging. This piece is more than just decor; it's a labor of love, a moment of mindfulness captured in yarn. Hang it in your living room, bedroom, or creative nook, and let its warm, earthy texture transform your space. Happy crocheting!