The lucky charms are on parade: in this lucky charm mandala, little curly-tailed pigs march around the center between spotted toadstools, while ladybugs crawl along the edge. A cheerful New Year's coloring page – print it free and start coloring!
Why this lucky mandala is so cute
The center is made of circles and egg shapes arranged like a flower, followed by the lucky ring: curly-tailed pigs and spotted toadstools take turns all the way around. Next comes a ring of sharp zigzags, and farther out a wide border with arches, stripes and big flowers. Four ladybugs are hiding in that border – can you find them all? The animals are small, but the patterns are neatly organized.
🖨️ Step by Step: How to Print It Best
Click “Print” on the right, or download the image or PDF.
Letter or A4 in portrait, scaling set to “Fit to page” – the picture fits the sheet perfectly.
Regular printer paper is fine for colored pencils; for paint, use thicker paper (65–110 lb).
Grab your crayons and go – then give the finished picture a spot on the fridge!
Why are pigs, ladybugs and toadstools lucky?
In Germany, the pig was once a sign of wealth: if you owned one, you had enough to eat. That's why Germans still say “Schwein gehabt” – “had a pig” – when something turns out well. The ladybug is a lucky charm too, and it's a real garden helper because it eats aphids. The red-and-white toadstool is a popular good-luck symbol, but careful: real ones are poisonous and must never be touched or eaten.
Ideas with the lucky charm mandala
Color the mandala and give it to friends or grandparents on New Year's Eve as a good-luck picture. For a classroom game, each kid counts the pigs, toadstools and ladybugs and colors each kind in its own color.
Color ideas for the lucky charm mandala
Each lucky charm has its own classic colors.
Soft pink with a slightly darker snout makes the pigs adorable.
Red with white dots – just leave the dots uncolored.
Red wings with black spots and a black head.
Color the arches at the top and bottom in rainbow stripes.
When to use this mandala
Anywhere you want to wish someone luck.
A mandala card instead of a candy pig for the new year.
Fits a lesson on lucky charms in Germany.
A great way to talk about ladybugs and poisonous mushrooms.
For kids facing a move or switching schools.
Lucky charm facts
What to know about these three lucky charms.
In the past, owning a pig meant plenty.
Ladybugs eat aphids.
Look at pictures only, never touch.
In Germany, meeting one is said to bring luck.
More luck in the New Year's mandalas
Find more lucky symbols in the clover mandala with horseshoes and hearts – and in all the other New Year Mandalas.
🔆 More from “New Year Mandalas”:
Your Benefits at PureSketchy:
- Cute animals: Pigs and ladybugs bring good vibes.
- Seek and find: Count and spot all the lucky charms.
- Bonus knowledge: Learn traditions and nature facts along the way.
- Clear rings: The rings help organize colors.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What age is this coloring page for?
Great for about 9 and up: the pigs, toadstools and ladybugs are small with fine details.
Is the download free?
Yes, all coloring pages on PureSketchy are 100% free for personal use, preschools, and schools.
What should we color it with?
Sharp colored pencils are ideal – fine markers work well for red and pink.
Is there a German version?
Yes! You can find the German version at Glücksbringer-Mandala.