Meditation gets a mod twist with these chenille cushions’ bright contemporary colors. Perfect home accessories as well as great tools for yoga or meditation, their buckwheat filling molds easily to your contours and provides extra support for long periods of sitting. An embroidered message on the handle gives you a little dose of added inspiration. Available colors are coral, turquoise, and slate grey.
- Chenille zafu cushion made exclusively by Buddha Groove
- “Feed the Spirit” embroidered on the cushion’s handle
- 100% polyester chenille cover, cover is machine washable
- Measures 16 inches across, 5 inches high
- Weighs approximately 6 pounds
- Comes with a separate insert stuffed with chemical-free buckwheat hulls harvested in the USA
- Cushion cover is made in India
This item is handcrafted. Variations in designs and colors are due to the handcrafted construction, making each piece unique and individual
design: A round, gathered-edge zafu cushion in plush chenille, shown here in a deep red hue with a ruched pleat skirting the rim and a small side handle embroidered with the words "Feed the Spirit."
size: Measures 16 inches across and 5 inches high; weighs approximately 6 pounds.
material: 100% polyester chenille cover with a buckwheat hull insert.
features: Machine-washable cover, removable buckwheat hull insert, embroidered "Feed the Spirit" handle, gathered pleat construction, molds to the body for lasting comfort
care: Spot clean or machine wash the cover as needed; the buckwheat insert should be aired out periodically and kept dry.
disclaimer: This cushion is handcrafted, so slight variations in color and texture are natural and make each one unique.
Meaning & Intention
The zafu has anchored seated meditation for centuries, its round, cushioned form built for one purpose: to lift the hips just enough that the spine can find its natural, effortless alignment. In its shape is an old piece of wisdom — that stillness of mind begins with stability of body, and comfort is not indulgence but preparation for going inward.
The buckwheat hull filling carries its own quiet symbolism. Unlike synthetic foam, the hulls shift and settle with every sit, never fully returning to the same shape twice. It's a small, physical echo of impermanence — each moment on the cushion slightly different from the last, each session inviting you to meet what is actually there rather than what you expect.
Stitched into the handle, "Feed the Spirit" turns a practical grab-tab into a daily reminder. Before you even sit, the words ask a simple question: what are you nourishing today? The cushion becomes less an accessory and more a small ritual object, cueing the shift from doing to being each time it's reached for.
Keep it by your favorite reading chair, at the foot of the bed, or wherever your meditation practice tends to happen, and this cushion becomes a standing invitation — a physical cue that says it's time to sit, breathe, and return to center, even on days when only a few quiet minutes are possible.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Meditators, yoga practitioners, and anyone who sits for long stretches and wants supportive, grounded comfort
- Purpose: Meditation seating, yoga practice, floor seating, home decor accent
- Suggested Mantra: I feed my spirit daily
- Intention: Grounding, Balance, Stillness
- Chakra Connection: Root Chakra
Questions & Guidance
What is a zafu cushion used for?
A zafu is a round meditation cushion designed to elevate the hips above the knees, encouraging a naturally aligned, comfortable seated posture for meditation or floor sitting.
What is inside this cushion?
It comes with a separate insert filled with chemical-free buckwheat hulls, which mold to your body and offer firm yet adaptable support.
Can I wash the cover?
Yes, the 100% polyester chenille cover is machine washable, making it easy to keep fresh with regular use.
Will my cushion look exactly like the photo?
Since each cover is handcrafted, you may notice slight variations in color and texture from piece to piece — a natural part of its handmade character.
What other colors are available?
This zafu cushion also comes in coral and turquoise, so you can choose the shade that best fits your space.
