A Zafu cushion of chocolate brown is embellished with playful pink and green polka dots that add a dash of color and vibrancy to your meditation or yoga routine. Measuring 16 inches across, its buckwheat hull filling provides firm yet flexible support for hours of sitting or posing. Separate cotton cover is machine washable.
- Polka dot zafu cushion exclusively by Buddha Groove
- 100% cotton cover, cover is machine washable
- Measures 16 inches across, 5 inches high
- Weighs approximately 6 pounds
- Stuffed with chemically untreated buckwheat hulls harvested in USA
- Cushion cover is made in India
This item is handcrafted. Occasional variations in appearance are due to the handcrafted construction, making each piece unique and individual.
design: A round zafu meditation cushion in chocolate brown cotton, its top panel covered edge to edge in playful polka dots of pink, green, and rose tones for a cheerful, grounded look.
size: 16 inches across, 5 inches high; weighs approximately 6 pounds.
material: 100% cotton cover; chemically untreated buckwheat hull filling.
features: removable machine-washable cotton cover, firm yet flexible buckwheat hull support, carry handle, playful polka dot top panel, solid brown sides and base
care: Spot clean as needed, or remove the cotton cover and machine wash it separately, then air dry.
disclaimer: This cushion is handcrafted, so slight variations in dot placement and stitching are natural and make each piece one of a kind.
Meaning & Intention
The zafu takes its name and form from centuries of seated meditation practice, where a raised, rounded cushion lifts the hips above the knees, tilting the pelvis forward so the spine can rise naturally tall without strain. In that sense, the zafu itself is a quiet teacher — its shape exists purely in service of stillness, asking nothing more than that you sit.
Here, the traditional form is given a lighter spirit. The chocolate brown base speaks to earth, stability, and the steady root that any meditation practice is built on, while the scattered pink, green, and rose polka dots bring in a note of joy and spontaneity. It is a gentle reminder that grounded practice and playfulness are not opposites — that presence can hold both depth and delight.
Buckwheat hulls, the traditional filling of zafu cushions across Zen and yogic traditions, shift and settle around the sitter rather than compressing flat, offering support that adapts to the body sit after sit. Choosing a cushion filled this way is itself a small act of intention: a decision to make comfort and consistency part of how you return to stillness each day.
Set beside a window, a favorite corner of the living room, or wherever a few quiet minutes fit into the day, this cushion turns meditation from an abstract intention into a simple, physical invitation — sit here, breathe, begin. Its cheerful pattern keeps the practice feeling approachable rather than solemn, welcoming beginners and longtime sitters alike back to the cushion again and again.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Meditators and yoga practitioners who want a supportive, playful zafu for daily seated practice
- Purpose: seated meditation, yoga and pranayama practice, floor seating, mindfulness rituals, home altar or practice space accent
- Suggested Mantra: I sit, I settle, I breathe
- Intention: Balance, Joy, Calm, Grounding
- Chakra Connection: Root Chakra (Muladhara)
Questions & Guidance
What is a zafu cushion used for?
A zafu is a round, raised meditation cushion that lifts the hips above the knees, helping the spine sit tall and comfortably during seated meditation or floor sitting.
What is this cushion filled with?
It's stuffed with chemically untreated buckwheat hulls, which mold to your body and hold their shape better than foam over repeated use.
Can I wash the cover?
Yes, the 100% cotton cover is machine washable and can be removed for cleaning.
How firm is the cushion?
The buckwheat filling gives firm yet flexible support, so it holds you steady while still yielding slightly to your body's shape.
Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes, its supportive lift makes it especially helpful for beginners who are still building the flexibility and posture habits of seated practice.
