10 BEGINNER FRIENDLY MANDALA IDEAS TO TRY DURING THIS SUMMER BREAK (part 1/10)

 10 BEGINNER  FRIENDLY MANDALA IDEAS TO TRY DURING THIS SUMMER BREAK 

1    How to Make a Botanical Mandala Smashbook: Step-by-Step


This dreamy DIY is where nature meets mindfulness. Follow these steps to create your very own botanical mandala smashbook—a perfect blend of pressed florals, peaceful patterns, and personal magic. 

Step 1: Collect Your Botanical Treasures

Go outside and gather small flowers, leaves, petals, ferns, or herbs. Try to pick pieces that are flat and not too bulky. Choose colours and textures you love—it’ll make your mandala pop! 

Step 2: Press & Dry Your Plants

Place your collected plants between sheets of newspaper or baking paper, then tuck them inside a heavy book. Leave them pressed for at least 3–5 days. This keeps them flat and helps preserve the colour.

Step 3: Sketch a Light Mandala Guide

On a blank page of your journal or sketchbook, lightly draw a circle or a simple mandala outline in pencil. This will guide your layout and help with symmetry.

*Step 4: Arrange the Mandala with Florals*

Start from the centre and work your way out, placing dried leaves and petals in a radial pattern. Think of it like building a flower with layers. Take your time and adjust until it feels right.

Step 5: Glue Down Each Piece*

Once you’re happy with your layout, use glue (such as Mod Podge or a glue stick) to gently secure each piece. Use tweezers if needed to handle delicate bits without tearing them.

Step 6: Add Final Details*

After the glue dries, use a black fine liner or gel pen to add mini mandala lines, dots, or small flourishes between the botanical elements. This ties everything together beautifully.

Step 7: Protect Your Page

Let it dry completely, then place a sheet of baking paper over it to protect it from sticking to the next page. Or you can frame it, scan it, or even use it as a print!






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