Mandala Book Cover by Marija Menaker

Mandala Book Cover

Crochet
May 2026
DK (11 wpi) ?
28 stitches and 16 rows = 4 inches
2.0 mm
525 - 547 yards (480 - 500 m)
US
English
This pattern is available from artmorfic.com for $9.00.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Finished Size: 14.6 x 21.6 x 4 cm (5.7 x 8.5 x 1.6 in).

To Customize Size: The main rectangle pattern repeat is 3 stitches. Add or subtract stitches in multiples of 3 on the foundation chain to adjust the width. To adjust the height, add or remove rows of the main pattern. The flap width and mandala size will adjust accordingly. The mandala has more or fewer rounds depending on the cover dimensions needed.

Yarn Used: 2mm nylon cord, black approximately 120g (320m); lime green approximately 60g (170m)

Gauge: 28 stitches x 16 rows per 10 cm (4 in)

Hook Size: 2 mm

Materials: magnetic snap closure, tapestry needle, scissors, stitch markers or pins. No lining required, the fabric is dense enough to protect the book on its own.

Abbreviations (US terms):
Ch - chain
Sl st - slip stitch
Sc - single crochet
Dc - double crochet
Tr - treble crochet
Dc2tog - double crochet two together
Magic ring