A Beginner’s Guide to Sugar Skull Mandalas

Sugar Skull Mandala, day of the dead mandala

Sugar Skull Mandala Colouring Pages

Fall is in full swing, which means it’s time to get into the Halloween spirit! One of the best ways to do that is by indulging in some fun and festive crafts. And what could be more fun than coloring sugar skull mandalas?

Not only are they a blast to color, but sugar skull mandalas also make for great decorations. You can frame them and hang them up around your house or office, or you can use them to decorate your Halloween party. Regardless of how you choose to use them, sugar skull mandalas are a great way to add some spooky fun to your autumn.

History of Sugar Skulls

The sugar skull custom dates back more than 3,000 years. On October 31, families typically travel to the grave site at the stroke of midnight. There, they would use both big and little homemade sugar skulls to adorn the graves of their loved ones. The majority of sugar skulls are created by pressing a mixture of white sugar granules into a mold shaped like a skull. The skulls are formed, and then coloured icing, foil, ribbon, feathers, gems, and other embellishments are used to decorate them.

How to Color Sugar Skull Mandalas

One of the best things about sugar skull mandalas is that they’re easy to color, even for beginners. All you need are some colored pencils, paint, or markers and you’re good to go! 

Start by choosing the colors you want to use. Then, begin filling in the mandala with your chosen colors. If you want, you can stay within the lines or color outside of them – it’s totally up to you! There are no rules when it comes to coloring sugar skull mandalas. Just have fun and let your creativity flow.

Once you’ve finished coloring your mandala, set it aside to dry. Once it’s dry, you can display it however you like. As we mentioned before, framing it and hanging it up is always an option. Or, if you’re looking for something a little different, try turning your mandala into a sticker by attaching it to a piece of clear tape. Then, stick it on your laptop, water bottle, or anywhere else you want! 

Enjoy the Free Sugar Skull Printable Mandalas!

Whether you’re a Halloween enthusiast or not, we think everyone can appreciate the beauty of a sugar skull mandala. So why not give one a try? We guarantee you’ll have a blast!

Sugar Skull Mandala, day of the dead mandala, free coloring book
Sugar Skull Mandala, day of the dead mandala, free coloring book
Sugar Skull Mandala, day of the dead mandala, free coloring book
Sugar Skull Mandala, day of the dead mandala, free coloring book
Sugar Skull Mandala, day of the dead mandala, free coloring book
Sugar Skull Mandala, day of the dead mandala, free coloring book
Sugar Skull Mandala, day of the dead mandala, free coloring book