Bring the feeling of walking along the seashore to the Czech Republic and your own garden! Support the creation of a Barefoot path made of handmade tiles with shell imprints. Choose a tile set or another reward and help build a unique sensory path.
Author: Milli Trlidová
Polešovice, Zlínský kraj, Česko
PledgeAll or nothing. This project will only be funded if it reaches at least its goal by Apr 19, 2026 by 08:48 CET.
I lived in Mallorca for a few years, where I used to walk barefoot on the beach every day.
I could feel the sand, pebbles, and shells beneath my feet—and my body calmed down in an instant.
That’s when I realized how powerful simple contact with the earth can be.
And it was from this experience that the idea was born to create a barefoot mandala path, which allows people to slow down for a moment, become aware of their bodies, and reconnect with themselves.
That’s how Barefoot Mandala was born – handmade tiles that turn walking barefoot into a small daily ritual. Close your eyes and imagine walking along the seashore. That’s exactly the feeling these shell-imprint tiles bring. They gently stimulate your feet and, when placed in sequence, create a sensory path that transports you to the sea.
The tiles combine design, art, and body care, allowing you to create a small space at home for slowing down, mindful movement, and relaxation. They are suitable for both indoor and outdoor use – in yoga and meditation rooms, wellness areas, Kneipp paths, gardens, terraces, or relaxation corners for all generations.
The Barefoot Path also has a personal dimension. My father, Zdeněk, who passed away six years ago, trained as a bricklayer and spent much of his life working as a concrete technologist. He was the one who taught me how to work with concrete, mix materials, and not be afraid to create with my own hands. He also helped me in the early stages of renovating Sklipek 8 and created the garden where the Barefoot Path is now taking shape.
He was someone who loved bringing together family, friends, and nature, and found joy in shared moments in a close circle. The Barefoot Mandala project is therefore also a quiet tribute to his work, values, and legacy. It reminds us how important it is not only to create and work, but also to pause, breathe, and care for our mental well-being.
And one last thing I’d like to share with you. From each reward, 100 CZK goes toward developing The Playful Book project for children and seniors. It helps develop their sensory perception and supports their mental well-being.
By supporting the Barefoot Path, you’re not only helping bring it to life – you’re also supporting projects that connect generations and stimulate the senses.
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