Today I thought I’d simply share a bit of wisdom from The Book of Zentangle that’s worth taking to heart.
“As you tangle, let your focus be on the stroke you are drawing at that moment, instead of on the pattern or the final result.”
“If a tangle feels awkward, stay with it and watch what happens. Many tanglers assume they won’t enjoy a particular tangle, but after playing with it, it becomes their favorite.”
Don’t give up on a tangle just because you “think” you don’t care for it, or it “looks” too complicated. Chances are you will be very pleasantly surprised. Real tangles are easy to draw, one stroke at a time. Focus. That’s the secret.
Enjoy a beautiful weekend everyone. And a very Happy Father’s Day on Sunday to all our wonderful tangling friends and their families in Australia!
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The Tangle Refresher series, aka Buried Treasure, spotlights hidden tangle gems from the past. It can remind you of tangles you might not have used for a while or introduce you to some you haven’t come across yet.
Here are five more tangle pattern gems and a Tangle Refresher from a year (or two) ago for your tangling pleasure. Remember to check out the “More Good Stuff” links below too. Zenful tangling!
BTW as you visit these tangles please Tweet or “like” them on Facebook so they get shared with a wider audience. Sharing links are on the left side of each pattern’s page. Thanks!
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Tangle Refresher 57 |
More good stuff …
- Adding color to your Zentangle® art — including a cool idea for storing your pens and markers
- Joanne Fink tutorial on her Zentangle-inspired dangle designs
- New to Zentangle®? The Official Zentangle Kit has everything you need to get started, including a great DVD tutorial by Zentangle co-founder Maria Thomas.
- Everything you need to know about creating Zentangle-Inspired Art or Products
- Free Interweave eBook – Know Your Rights: Copyright 101 for crafters and artists
- Tangle Pattern Refreshers – the entire Buried Treasure series.
- Find more tutorials on TanglePatterns by visiting the TUTORIALS tab on the pink alphabetic menu bar
- Find a CZT near you – the link to the list of Certified Zentangle Teachers is located in the left sidebar of the site under the heading SOURCE WEBSITES. Interested in becoming a Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT®)? Here’s more information.
- Linda’s List of Zentangle-original tangles — THE tangles to learn first if you’re new to Zentangle.
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Linda, thank you for all you do. I’m new to Zentangle, thanks to a friend. I am recuperating from Radiation for breast Cancer, and this has saved my need to be “Busy”. I have made cards and sent them to friends…..They Love them.
Thank again,
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