The chakras are spheres of energy located along a central vertical column within the body. There are 7 in number, and they follow the rainbow in color. Each chakra possesses a particular characteristic of human behavior or life force. If these chakras are restricted or too open, they can cause physical or mental health issues. Meditation can help alleviate these issues. My intention for creating these chakra embroideries is to help the meditator to focus. Placing these embroideries in your meditation space or even in your workspace or bedroom can remind you to breathe deep and let the energy/ prana / chi rise up and down your center column. Traditionally chakras are represented as lotus blossoms, which I have done in this series. Also, I have used the quilting technique of trapunto (padded), which results in a relief (raised) design.
A meditation mantra for yellow MANIPURA, "I am free of shame." 10" x 10" framed embroidery on polycotton.
