What Is a Mandala? Meaning, History and How They're Used
What a mandala is, where the word comes from, how mandalas are used in Hindu and Buddhist practice, and how the design shows up in art, coloring and craft today.
Learn About Mandalas
Where mandalas come from, how to draw one, and how to turn one into a cut piece on a Cricut, laser or plasma table.
How to Draw a Mandala: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners
Draw a mandala by hand in eight steps: set up guide circles, divide the circle into equal slices, build rings of shapes from the center out, then ink and color. Plus tips and a free online maker.
How to Laser or Plasma Cut a Mandala: File Prep, Bridges and Kerf
Prepare a mandala for a laser cutter or CNC plasma table: choose the right file type, set line thickness for your material, avoid loose pieces, and plan for kerf and heat.
How to Cut a Mandala on a Cricut: SVG Setup, Sizing and Weeding
Make a mandala SVG that cuts cleanly on a Cricut: choose a cut-ready file, set the size and line thickness, upload it to Design Space, and weed it without tearing.