14. Embossed Mandala Medallion
What This Idea Means
Mandala plaster art features intricate, repeating radial patterns. Raised off the board, this tactile piece acts as a meditative accent that draws attention and adds intricate craftsmanship to your wall art collection.
Needs to Make This Idea
- Round wood board
- Mandala stencil (silicone or thick plastic)
- Spackling plaster
- Offset spatula
- Antique white paint and dark grey glaze
How to Make It
- Secure the mandala stencil firmly to the center of your wood board with painter’s tape.
- Spread plaster evenly over the top of the stencil using an offset spatula, like frosting a cake.
- Smooth out the plaster surface so it sits level with the top of the stencil template.
- Carefully lift the stencil straight up while the plaster is still wet to reveal the crisp embossed pattern underneath.
- Once dry, coat with antique white paint, then apply a dark glaze, wiping off excess so it lingers around the intricate raised edges.
Tips & Variations
- Tip: Wash your stencil immediately after lifting so dried plaster does not ruin future applications.
- Variation: Layer multiple smaller stencils around the main central design to fill out larger wall plaques.
