How To Paint Dot Mandalas VERY BEGINNERS HOW & WHERE TO START

[@LydiaMay]

For dotting tools, beginners kits, mandala stencils, stone molds, and ALL of your dot art needs, please visit the one-stop-shop, my website at www.DotArtDepot.com Great deals and a 10% off coupon! Restocking items daily.

[@charuniratnavibushana5317]

Hey there i’m from Sri Lanka. I want to buy this all tools. How can i buy? And also i love ur all videos.

[@chrismorlan4129]

thanks! your beginning package is out of stock and I have some of it. Just interested in the ruler. Can that be sold separately? Can I find it another place?

[@NiranjanaUNair]

Love ur vids... 😊 And thanks for this video for Beginners like me😍 Love from India💗

[@adrianadieguez188]

Hola Lydia te veo desde Argentina , por qué no lo traduces , porfa ❤️

[@jenacoker9472]

Before I knew you were around and became a big fan I purchased some tools off of Amazon dotting tools do you think I could still use those with your videos?

[@anniegoodsell2204]

Hi Lydia! I'm a 60 year old lady trying this for the first time! Thank you so much for your insights and guidance. With arthritis biting my old knuckles, it's so great to be able to find a use for my old plastic crochet hooks!!!! I'll start watching the others!

[@katherinemnusa]

I am 70 and still learning…and I love it!

[@AndreadeOliveiraRocha]

Lydia (is my sister-in-law and I love her!) Your work is the best that I saw here !!!! I bought materials to start paint mandalas in bottles. God bless you! You are so special!!!! ♡

[@CrazyCroppingChick]

Please more beginner videos for dummies !! Love that you explain what your doing and not just doing it.

[@LydiaMay]

I am working on it! :)

[@Manoussa100]

Thank you I like it very much

[@natalibera67]

@@Manoussa100 Me too!

[@jeanart597]

Been watching you for years! Love your work! I learned from your. Now I can't stop! 70 + and still learn from you. Thank you for my gift. From a Mandalla Jackie! My friends and neighbors love them too. I slip then in there yards! Lol

[@LydiaMay]

Wow, thank you! I am so glad that you are enjoying dot art! XOXO

[@jeanart597]

You make it fun and easy! Thank you for everything you give to my life and the lives I make happy as well! Double your pleasure, Double the fun! Hugs!

[@rosemariekosma9516]

Thank you for the tutorial. I do Acrylic Pouring, have been for a year, learned after serious open heart surgery. But 200 paintings later and I’m ready to try something new in addition to my Pouring where I don’t need my huge work tables , get paint on me from head to toe, and can sit and do this wherever I want and just let my stressed mind wander and meditate. I’m also thinking it will be less expensive and I’m on SSI disability so I’m just broke every month! I have saved this beginner tutorial and will save future ones. Wish me luck. Thank you. Hugs, Rose 🌹

[@sherridonelli7369]

It took me 62 years to find you your talent is absolutely 💯 awesome! I will be ordering to get started trying this. I have a high stress job and I think o need this in my life! I know this is a old video but it's new to me 😍💝💝💝

[@nancysutherland6043]

One of the best tips that worked for me was to watch Lydia’s tutorials on KZbin over and over again! She has tutorials for all skill levels and I learned so much before I ever put down a dot! ❤️

[@ldyridr805]

I really appreciate your calming words! Great video!

[@annkastura1849]

Thank You for sharing not only your gift but your experienced-knowledge. Even though I am very anxious to begin, financially , while utilizing coupons, it will take me a while to acquire tools and supplies for dot Mandelas. About five years ago, I became familiar with Mandelas via an app, and designed many electronically. Thus my logo connected to my name. This caused me to research the historic background, especially sand-Mandelas and the religious significance. I believe I am also attracted to Mandelas because of the geometry, which was my favorite math-subject to teach. I imagine the creation process can be very meditative. Since I retired, I’ve picked up the needlecraft “crocheting” again. I also have discovered that I am attracted to it because it too can be, depending on the chosen pattern, meditative and relaxing. I think that is why I have become interested in attempting dot-Mandelas. My inspired-quest will certainty be a result of your instructive videos. Another example of the wonder of technology.

[@SusanMSOTR]

Thank you for the very helpful video. I am an occupational therapist of 53 years practice (old school ideas going back to mid 60s) contracting with two group homes (one 9 years and the other 5 years).. I also consult with an activity director at one of them. We are going to use dot art and mandalas as a regular activity since the are many surfaces that can be used, the supplies are reasonable in price, can be purchased at places such as Walmart and ideas are never ending. I also feel that for some clients, it may be easier tolerant "dotting" than trying to paint inside a picture, etc. Thank you for breaking this down into such easy to follow steps.

[@LydiaMay]

Sounds awesome! Thank you for sharing. Most people fall in love with dotting instantly. It is fun, easy, and most importantly, for me, therapeutic. I wish you and everyone there, great dotting adventures. :) XOXO

[@Jenniwren55]

With lockdown from the coronavirus, I thought I would like to revisit some my abandoned craft projects and mandalas was 1 of them. I got so frustrated when I initially tried, and upon stumbling upon your tutorial I realise what I was doing wrong. I felt so stupid not being able to accomplish something that looked relatively simple, but your step by step technique walked me through. The first mistake I made was not drawing a frame and the second was not double dipping the dots if I needed to. Thanks a million. Now onwards and upwards🥰

[@reneelane7983]

I happened across this video and this is something I have been wanting to learn and this tutorial has given me the encouragement to give it a try. I hope to find all tutorials you have done from this point on. 1/3/2023

[@shinytah9013]

I have been doing dot mandala from last year and your tutorial was very helpful... Thank you

[@yvy0503]

WHAT A GREAT TUTORIAL FOR BEGINNERS!!!!! BLESS YOU! Would love to try and do this with my 9 year old niece. Thank you so much for sharing!!!

[@dragonboss560]

Can you do this other surfaces?

[@darlalobert7943]

Thank you. Nice slow and detailed instructions

[@vicki9406]

Hey Lydia! This is a great tutorial for someone just starting. I love how detailed you are. When I first started dotting canvases, I just picked up on tips little by little with various IG and FB posts. No tutorials. I'm a seat-of-the-pants kinda gal. 😀 But I love this. Thank you!

[@serinaolson5836]

Hi Lydia! Thank you so much. You make it very easy to follow and learn. Like the other lady said her age. I am 62 and retired and wanted a new hobby! This is my second day dot painting!! You are sure helpful. 🙂

[@LydiaMay]

You are so welcome!

[@chaiscraftyadventures]

There is a website called design seeds that gives color combo inspiration.

[@allyabdo71]

Thank you for showing step by step. I enjoyed your presentation. Thank you....

[@nanasartsyfartsycrafts2557]

I am so glad I found your channel. I’ve been wanting to try this art and have watched other videos but you give a better tutorial be far.now I’m a subscriber

[@tonypbria3107]

I have just started a journey doing Australian Aboriginal inspired dot paintings and I have found your tutorials to be of great benefit. Please keep producing them. They are a really valuable aid.

[@LivingtheIrony]

Excellent tutorial! You did fantastic job of making one feel comfortable when starting out. Your style of instructing is one of the BEST I've seen. Thank you!

[@tracyshudo9972]

Where were you 2 years ago when I started? Your a GREAT teacher!!! Thanks so very much

[@LydiaMay]

Aww, thank you!

[@paulrendon3716]

I have been for crafting for many years but I've never really looked into dotting but I believe that I would really enjoy doing this I'll get all the stuff together that I'm going to need and start doing it I'll let you know how works out for me ,Great video thank you oh and I to love your little Pablo

[@yvy0503]

Lydia, Please keep on making these tutorial for us, beginners! Thanks in advance!

[@tracyjames2046]

Thank you for all the very close details and camera work. As I experienced with many art mediums I am always on the lookout for good beginner tutorials to direct friends and others less experienced toward.Yours is quite good. No rushing, great close ups and the repetition a first timer finds calming and helpful. Mandala form requires patience, but once mastered the designs are only as limited as ones imagination. Thanks again for putting this up for us....

[@LydiaMay]

Thank you very much!

[@maryreifschneider195]

I haven't started doing yet ,your video will be my start up get going...go. Thanks

[@SuperDeut4]

You, my dear, are an amazing excellent instructor. Thank you so much.

[@LydiaMay]

Thank you so very much. That made my day. XOXOX

[@maryellenrichards391]

Really beautiful. Those bright colors just make me happy.

[@dorysmith7466]

Thanks so much, Lydia!!! I ran across your video while I was trying to find a mindfulness/ meditation practice to ground me. Going to try my first one today!

[@ritapayne8055]

Just got my tools today,and trying your tutorial! Love it so far,and your style of teaching!

[@LydiaMay]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@reneeforsell9622]

I'm really interested in Mandala painting. This was an excellent video. I enjoyed it very much. Great job .

[@stephie640]

Well this is completely cool. Great video. I can't wait to try this out!

[@JoansJunkJournalsAndMore]

Really found this helpful and will give this another try. But will practice on canvas boards for a short spell first also. Thank you for this lovely tutorial and looking forward to watching more of your tutorials. Saving to watch again later also

[@lisathornhill570]

Thank you Lydia! Very helpful beginner lesson, now I’m excited to get started on this relaxing art!

[@Bagheera23608]

Wow. Excellent video. I love the emphasis on not expecting perfection. I've never done this and after watching this, I feel like I could maybe attempt this technique. I will be back for more!

[@LydiaMay]

Yes! So important not to expect perfection and to simply enjoy the process. Do give it a go. Let me know what you think! XOXO

[@kimolson5736]

I’ve just gotten into rock painting and did a mandala on a rock. This was very helpful for beginning this new activity. Thank you

[@LydiaMay]

You are so welcome!

[@auroraweiss9885]

You were right to call it a color swatch! When they're all hooked together it's called a fan deck. I love how you tell us not to be so hard on ourselves, maybe give yourself that same honor? ;)

[@zlpalmer]

THANK YOU LYDIA MAY. I am excited. I wish you would of finished it on camera. I was dying to see it. I can’t wait to check out your other videos!

[@ellenyu9556]

thank you for this tutorial! this is great! I'm going to try it. Just purchased all the supplies through your links.

[@LydiaMay]

Awesome! Have fun!

[@loriplakos8307]

Sorry, but It’s a toss up between who is the cutest on this . Pablo is a scene stealer. Thank you. Nice job.

[@cnslloyd]

So glad I found your video, just starting out and you showed/told me exactly what I was doing wrong with the dowels and I’m SO grateful!! Now I’m going to binge all your other videos. :) Keep making them please!!! I love the way you teach, so simple and easy to follow and your art is so beautiful.

[@LydiaMay]

Glad it was helpful!

[@booboobear5710]

You are such a kind person and have such a gift when it comes to teaching others. I've wanted to try this for some time now and found your video tonight. I wasn't meaning to get inspired during a pandemic, but cleaning out the garage yesterday, I found my paints, so Yay! I'm going to give it a try. Best tutorial ever!

[@Robinlee222]

Thanks so much! The tip about re-dotting the centre dot before walking the dots was great!!

[@LydiaMay]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sandydehon3218]

I love this tutoriAL - i WANT TO DO THIS AND WILL BE BACK FOR MORE!! Sandy

[@LydiaMay]

Have so much fun!

[@Pashanny824]

Lydia, you’re a great teacher. Thanks for your videos.

[@kellyb2519]

Thank you Lydia, this looks so relaxing, I can’t wait to try this

[@richardflores857]

Very helpful video. Thank you for sharing. I’m just starting out doing mandala dot painting. I kinda saw your videos one day while the KZbin and saw your videos. I was amazed on how dot painting created such beautiful designs and best of all, it was so relaxing. Thank you again for sharing your videos.

[@LydiaMay]

You are so welcome!

[@katherinehaught7950]

I’m so excited to try this . I have always shyed away from the mandala coloring books, while beautiful, l just thought they were too detailed to tackle without stress which l DID’NT want. This breaks it down so simply that l might even try the coloring books. Thanks for the informative tutorial & definitely would love to see more. I’m ordering some tools tonight. Big Hugs.🤗🤗👏👍

[@karenbray6251]

I bought all the equipment but didn't know where to start. After watching your tutorial I feel confident to start. Thank you.

[@kjmcarl4257]

Excellent help for a beginner which is me. Thank you so much. Would love to see more like this.

[@lguajardo1]

Awesome tutorial. Just getting started..thanks.

[@kristynperry3936]

I would enjoy more tutorials. Even if I do not jump in you are worth watching and inspiring.

[@shelleythompson-brock6412]

You had it right..it's a color swatch. You can find them in just about any hardware store or store that sells paints for interior and exterior use..Walmart, even. Here's an idea..use them to put tiny mandalas on, and they'll make great bookmarks, etc.

[@emmadilemma5274]

I started my first dot mandela today after watching lots of your videos! Thanks for the inspiration!

[@shwetasureka9578]

Though I m not a beginner anymore but this was a wonderful tutorial...a great service to humanity and perfect example of how you grow when you share....all hearts Lydia❤

[@LydiaMay]

Aww, I love this comment. Thank you, Shweta!

[@evajawidzk2068]

Thank you for the information looking forward to buying my supplies and getting started. It looks like fun 🎉🎉

[@evelyncanning4989]

Thanks so much. Learned a lot and appreciate the encouragement to not expect perfection...

[@kirikaiahitaylor5225]

Kia Ora Lydia May. As a newbie to dotting I thought your video was easy to understand and follow. I took some notes and will be giving it a go tomorrow.

[@carra_simply_crocheting_2451]

Lydia you are a excellent teacher. I watched your tutorials and I love how you made it understandable. Im thinking about doing dot painting. And I love your work. :)

[@lisafujinaka1096]

I love the pacing of your video. And your mixture of calmness and passion is inspiring. Thank you!

[@sharmisthasarkar9756]

I am going to try this one....Just need to get the tools. Love it.

[@shahistaa8723]

Thank u for lovely video,which i watched first time on dot mandala.from India

[@jolyn7568]

Thanks! Guess I should start on card stock or canvas. But I've started on rocks, not perfectly round either... Kinda hard lol. But this was great!!

[@elizabethdavison688]

Cool heat setting on the hair dryer works great

[@amyshepherd504]

I use paint swatch cards from the paint department at Lowe's or Home Depot. There are 4 to 5 color variations on a single color. You can just walk in and pick out a few to keep on hand.

[@kathyquantrill8137]

Great. Thank you. We are currently in lockdown and I sent for some tools. The whole family are going to watch your video and have a go this afternoon.

[@koriander7156]

Thank you for this great beginner's tutorial! I will do this with my dementia care residents this weekend! You answered all the questions about what paints are best, different tools to use and methods. I've already base-painted and traced simple templates for them. We will all have fun and I think they'll be wowed at what they'd done!

[@LydiaMay]

Awesome! I would love to see!

[@corinnesamples3813]

The way you gently coach through each step reminds me so much of Bob Ross!

[@LydiaMay]

Awwww!! I LOVE THIS!! XOXOXO

[@tiffanyjohnson2245]

Lowes is a great place to pick up color swatches and color combos

[@patriciatilton9849]

Great instructions on Mandala painting,thanks

[@kathleenolson9119]

I have watched your tutorial several times while walking on my treadmill (multi-tasking). This is awesome. I am ready to buy tools and paints and dive in! Thank you so much. As a former tole painter, I know this will be my new passion!

[@kathyhoyer4586]

You are such a great teacher! thank you so much for this video!

[@LydiaMay]

You are so welcome!

[@driaw7104]

Thank you! Very Inspirational Information! Looking forward to getting started. 😊

[@BerthaMF67]

Very good explanation. Thank you

[@PoesRaven1984]

There are a few names for those swatches or color indices I've heard a few names. The name I commonly use for them is a colorway. I don't know if that's specific to needle crafts or not (sewing, embroidery, etc.) Sorry I'm so late to the party by the way. Thanks for the great video!

[@cecemcknight9945]

My husband bought me drill pieces a set ,they work awesome too for dots

[@ganeshmali8011]

Lydia its marvelous good job

[@neecyworley9634]

First time learning dotting ... Looking forward to learning more .. Enjoyed this tutorial .. Wanna see how you would add shapes or design to this ... Thanks ...

[@claudettegulley4181]

I thank you for this tutorial! I'm just starting this craft and very intrigued. I've been trying to get all the supplies but have had a hard time finding everything. The crochet hooks have a a point at the end . IS THERE A SPECIAL NUMBER OF PAINTS THAT SHOULD BE USED? I would love more tutorials like this. Thank you for your time and I appreciate your help!!!

[@Youneedtoknownow]

Claudette Gulle

[@LydiaMay]

You can find everything you need to get started in my Etsy shop. https:/www.etsy.com/shop/dottymandolly There is no special number of colors to use. Just all personal preference.

[@bitbatbot8115]

Lydia May .

[@IratePuffin]

Crochet hooks don’t have a point at the non-hook end.

[@stacielzuniga]

I have a lot of hooks and the ones that had a point on them, I took a couple of nail files made for acrylic nails and just filed it flat. I even did this with some aluminum hooks. I'm sure you could use sandpaper too but I didn't have any. The files worked just fine.

[@tickettolife022]

That was amazing to watch. Every year I try to learn somethings new. Can not wait to try thank you!

[@LydiaMay]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@JEHomestead]

Beautiful Tutorial ❤️ I finally received my dotting tools and I’m going to try this!! Thanks for a great lesson. Hugs, Judy

[@jackieo8693]

I made a dot rock from one of your other videos and I didn't have any of the tools so I just tried to find stuff around the house and it turned out pretty well.

[@Craftsbyartifice]

Thank you so much ❤ for sharing this as I was having so much trouble with mandala😅...so Ur video really helped me❣️ thanks alot 😘I feel quie tip very difficult to use I don't why I thing cotton moves that's y my dots get messed up...can u help me with that....and 1 more thing which colour should I use...I m currently using poster paints

[@shirley1228]

Thank you for keeping this simple!

[@LydiaMay]

You bet!

[@jonaeflure]

What a great tutorial! Had me a little confused when you used the first tool cause I didn't know you were using the opposite end of the crochet needle. This looks like it could be so relaxing to do. Pablo's a little cutie! I'd love to see a video of other kinds of tools or brushes you use.♡

[@LydiaMay]

Okay, thank you for your feedback! XOXO

[@thumbalinamom]

Thanks for being so thorough! I enjoyed your tutorial and am inspired.

[@Windsingerful]

Thank you! That was very helpful - I’m just getting started with dotting, and your comment about it being for relaxation, no stress, nailed it for me!

[@marciamorrow7149]

So you have used all your sizes in your dotting tools, then do you start out again with the small size and do it the same way?

[@isabellac5669]

That's another question I have too...? Does it matter if you're going small to larger, vice versa, or whatever fits the style?

[@carolerobinson1924]

Well done. I like the step by step and the hints in between. Thanks!

[@gratefulgirl6716]

Color Wheels are helpful too.😉

[@diseyful]

Thank you,very helpful for this raw beginner !!

[@Mixing-It-Up-with-Gigi]

Go to Pinterest and type in bird color pallettes

[@reneetollison8032]

Perfect starting point. Thanks.

[@janedoe4358]

They’re called paint swatches and you can find them at any hardware store for free

[@teresacort4551]

Wow My twin sister and I are going to try this wonderful craft. Very well demonstrated thank you 🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@LydiaMay]

Have fun!!

[@lesleykuhn8345]

I think you mean paint chips at the hardware stores in the paint department?

[@naturegirl2392]

Lesley Kuhn ;)

[@Dottyforgotty]

Oooo I love the one behind you. I would love to create that

[@erin_ridley]

"color schemes" You can also look for color palettes.

[@AeonSaint]

You can find alot of those on Pinterest too.

[@michellegarcia3002]

Thank you now I see and understand I am ready to paint. God bless you

[@RondaHenderson]

Great video, thank you for sharing your talent. Looking forward to more of your tutorials!

[@annonthebeach]

Do those paints have a smell? My sister has chemical sensitivity and not tolerant of smells.

[@LydiaMay]

An odor like Elmers glue-ish is how I would put it.