Possibly my favorite surface for tangling is ... a brown paper bag. I don't know why I love it so much. Maybe because the size challenges me. Or the contrast of colors. But I always enjoy tangling on a paper bag. I used a thin Sharpie for this, plus a Gellyroll white ink pen. Which design is your favorite? Click on the image to enlarge it. … [Read more...] about Paperbag Tangling
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Jo Knows How to Tangle: Lesson #2
Today we’re going to learn a new pattern, one that’s a favorite of mine–PokeLeaf. Typically Zentangle patterns are not representative, that means they aren’t an attempt to copy something that you might find in RL (Real Life). PokeLeaf is a bit of an exception because it’s obviously…wait for it…a leaf! Introducing PokeLeaf– You begin by drawing a skinny stick or finger: … [Read more...] about Jo Knows How to Tangle: Lesson #2
Jo Knows How to Tangle: Zentangle Lesson #1
By Joanna Campbell Slan FYI–I participate in an Amazon affiliates program. The links in this article put small change in my pocket. I only recomment items I use and like. By clicking on the links and making a purchase, you’re helping to buy me a cup of coffee at Starbucks. Just sayin’! ** Now we're going to actually start tangling! We'll start with setting up your tile to do Zentangle. Essentially, you will use your pencil to lightly … [Read more...] about Jo Knows How to Tangle: Zentangle Lesson #1
Jo Knows How to Tangle: An Online Zentangle Course
PREPARATION TO TANGLE By Joanna Campbell Slan FYI--I participate in an Amazon affiliates program. The links in this article put small change in my pocket. I only recomment items I use and like. By clicking on the links and making a purchase, you're helping to buy me a cup of coffee at Starbucks. Just sayin'! ******** What is Zentangle? I define it as an art form and a type of meditation. The tangles (patterns) are able to be repeated, and … [Read more...] about Jo Knows How to Tangle: An Online Zentangle Course
What You Can Do With a Ruined Tee Shirt
I have no idea how my red top wound up in the wash with all my white and cream clothes. None. Worse luck, I added a cup of bleach to the mix and let the whole mess sit for a couple of hours. Not surprisingly, this cream top picked up a hint of red (much diluted) here and there. Rit Dye Remover is expensive, and the top was not. However, I'd been wanting to try Zentangle on fabric, so this seemed like a perfect opportunity. Supplies: One piece … [Read more...] about What You Can Do With a Ruined Tee Shirt
A Collage for My Beloved Beta Babes
This ZIA (Zentangle Inspired Art) was inspired by a new book, The Beauty of Zentangle, where a sister CZT, Kate Lamontagne, did a piece called "Under the Sea." Kate was in the same CZT class with me. To create it, I started by making a blue-green watercolor background. I sprinkled rock salt on the paper to lift the color in areas. When it was dry, I photocopied it so I could try several tangles. Also, the photocopy paper … [Read more...] about A Collage for My Beloved Beta Babes
