This Lotus Mandala was designed for creative likhita japa. With the first image, the child can write their mantra tracing the lines and then color it in with crayons — or better yet, design and color it with likhita japa! (The second image was drawn with ऊँ and OM.)
For a finishing touch — don't forget to add sequins and gems for decorations.
This lotus is abstract enough that it can also be used as a Sun.
Another idea for an art project, is to print this on card stock paper. Once the lotus is completely decorated and colored in, cut around the circle and glue onto a greeting card. Make sure you reduce the image to your desired size before printing.
Tip: If you want the outlines to be extremely faded, just adjust the lightness on your printer and then print.
