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RANDOM SELECTOR

Use this Random Tangle Selector with your TanglePatterns.com TANGLE GUIDE to help you select tangles. See Pages 7 and 9 of the Guide for instructions. You can also use this to select random Strings: simply pop in any number in the range of 1 to 250.

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How to draw FANDANGO

Zentangle pattern: Fandango. Image © Linda Farmer and TanglePatterns.com. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. You may use this image for your personal non-commercial reference only. The unauthorized pinning, reproduction or distribution of this copyrighted work is illegal.

Online instructions for drawing Vicki Bassett’s Zentangle® pattern: Fandango.

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Ideas for tangling and decorating plastic Easter eggs

Angie Vangelis decorates plastic eggs

In this video, CZT Angie Vangelis demonstrates three easy ways to decorate plastic Easter eggs with tangles and flowers using Sakura Micron, Moonlight, Glaze and Watercolor Brush Pens.

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How to draw KELP

Zentangle pattern: Kelp. Image © Linda Farmer and TanglePatterns.com. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. You may use this image for your personal non-commercial reference only. The unauthorized pinning, reproduction or distribution of this copyrighted work is illegal.

Online instructions for drawing Nancy Domnauer’s Zentangle® pattern: Kelp.

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TanglePatterns.com STRINGS GUIDE, Volume 2 (Strings 051-100) now available!

TanglePatterns STRINGS GUIDE, Volume 2 (051-100)

The new 24-page PDF eBook describes the importance of Strings in Zentangle® and compiles 50 more strings (051-100) from the site’s resource into a convenient printable reference. Volume 2 also contains blank String Organizers for you to collect and organize more strings. Visit the STORE > EBOOKS page and scroll down to Item #6 to get your copy today. Remember, your purchase helps support the ongoing development of TanglePatterns.com and is most appreciated!

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TanglePatterns String 100

TanglePatterns String 100

This String is shared by Zentangle® co-founder Maria Thomas for your creative enjoyment.

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How to draw DOUBLE D’S

Zentangle pattern: Double D's. Image © Linda Farmer and TanglePatterns.com. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. You may use this image for your personal non-commercial reference only. The unauthorized pinning, reproduction or distribution of this copyrighted work is illegal.

Online instructions for drawing Judy Murphy’s Zentangle® pattern: Double D’s.

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New Renaissance Tan Zendala Sets available to pre-order from TanglePatterns

Zentangle Renaissance Zendala Set

I’m delighted to announce that new Renaissance Tan Zendala Sets are now available to pre-order from TanglePatterns. Zentangle has made these available only through CZTs for a while, so place your order today to get yours soon!

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How to draw RIXTY

Zentangle pattern: Rixty. Image © Linda Farmer and TanglePatterns.com. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. You may use this image for your personal non-commercial reference only. The unauthorized pinning, reproduction or distribution of this copyrighted work is illegal.

Links to online instructions for drawing the Zentangle®-original tangle: Rixty.

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How to draw SPIRO

Zentangle pattern: Spiro. Image © Linda Farmer and TanglePatterns.com. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. You may use this image for your personal non-commercial reference only. The unauthorized pinning, reproduction or distribution of this copyrighted work is illegal.

Online instructions for drawing Beth Snoderly’s Zentangle® pattern: Spiro.

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TanglePatterns String 099

TanglePatterns String 099

This String is shared by CZT Jane Dickinson for your creative enjoyment. You can help our community’s String resource grow by sending me yours to share. I’m always looking for new strings!

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Tangle Refresher 74

Tangle Refresher!

Buried Treasure! Here’s what was new in the Zentangle® world a year ago – five tangle pattern gems for your tangling pleasure.

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How to draw WINDOW GRILLES

Zentangle pattern: Window Grilles. Image © Linda Farmer and TanglePatterns.com. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. You may use this image for your personal non-commercial reference only. The unauthorized pinning, reproduction or distribution of this copyrighted work is illegal.

Online instructions for drawing Damy Teng’s Zentangle® pattern: Window Grilles.

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How to draw TIPZ

Zentangle pattern: Tipz. Image © Linda Farmer and TanglePatterns.com. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. You may use this image for your personal non-commercial reference only. The unauthorized pinning, reproduction or distribution of this copyrighted work is illegal.

Online instructions for drawing Faith Cohen’s Zentangle® pattern: Tipz.

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TanglePatterns String 098

TanglePatterns String 098

This String is shared by tangler Beth Snoderly for your creative enjoyment. You can help our community’s String resource grow by sending me yours to share. I’m always looking for new strings!

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How to draw PAX

Zentangle pattern: Pax. Image © Linda Farmer and TanglePatterns.com. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. You may use this image for your personal non-commercial reference only. The unauthorized pinning, reproduction or distribution of this copyrighted work is illegal.

Links to online instructions for drawing Christine Reyes’s Zentangle® pattern: Pax.

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How to draw ARNIA

Zentangle pattern: Arnia. Image © Linda Farmer and TanglePatterns.com. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. You may use this image for your personal non-commercial reference only. The unauthorized pinning, reproduction or distribution of this copyrighted work is illegal.

Online instructions for drawing CZT® Maureen Stott’s Zentangle® pattern: Arnia.

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How to draw ANSU

Zentangle pattern: Ansu. Image © Linda Farmer and TanglePatterns.com. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. You may use this image for your personal non-commercial reference only. The unauthorized pinning, reproduction or distribution of this copyrighted work is illegal.

Online instructions for drawing CZT® Lori Manoogian’s Zentangle® pattern: Ansu.

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New Zentangle® tile sampler pack now available

Mixed Zentangle Tile Pack

You asked for it, and now you’ve got it! Zentangle HQ has just released a brand new mixed sampler pack of Zentangle® tiles containing 7 each of the classic 3.5″ white, black and tan tiles. And they’re available now from TanglePatterns.com.

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TanglePatterns String 097

TanglePatterns String 097

This String is shared by tangler Pegi Schargel for your creative enjoyment. You can help our community’s String resource grow by sending me yours to share. I’m always looking for new strings!

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Tangle Refresher 73

Tangle Refresher!

Buried Treasure! Here’s what was new in the Zentangle® world a year ago – five tangle pattern gems for your tangling pleasure.

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How to draw DIAMONDX

Zentangle pattern: DiamondX. Image © Linda Farmer and TanglePatterns.com. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. You may use this image for your personal non-commercial reference only. The unauthorized pinning, reproduction or distribution of this copyrighted work is illegal.

Links to online instructions for drawing Angie Whalen’s Zentangle® pattern: DiamondX.

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How to draw TRIVET

Zentangle pattern: Trivet. Image © Linda Farmer and TanglePatterns.com. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. You may use this image for your personal non-commercial reference only. The unauthorized pinning, reproduction or distribution of this copyrighted work is illegal.

Online instructions for drawing CZT® Nancy Newlin’s Zentangle® pattern: Trivet. And a very Happy St. Patrick’s Day to y’all!

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TanglePatterns String 096

TanglePatterns String 096

This String is shared by CZT Sandy Hunter for your creative enjoyment. You can help our community’s String resource grow by sending me yours to share. I’m always looking for new strings!

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How to draw JAWZ

Zentangle pattern: JawZ. Image © Linda Farmer and TanglePatterns.com. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. You may use this image for your personal non-commercial reference only. The unauthorized pinning, reproduction or distribution of this copyrighted work is illegal.

Links to online instructions for drawing Anneke van Dam’s Zentangle® pattern: JawZ.

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How to draw SNAG

Zentangle pattern: Snag. Image © Linda Farmer and TanglePatterns.com. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. You may use this image for your personal non-commercial reference only. The unauthorized pinning, reproduction or distribution of this copyrighted work is illegal.

Online instructions for drawing Jem Miller’s Zentangle® pattern: Snag.

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How to draw LAZY EIGHTS

Zentangle pattern: Lazy Eights. Image © Linda Farmer and TanglePatterns.com. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. You may use this image for your personal non-commercial reference only. The unauthorized pinning, reproduction or distribution of this copyrighted work is illegal.

Links to online instructions for drawing Denielle Noe’s Zentangle® pattern: Lazy Eights.

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Zentangle® Spring Birdies

Zentangle Birdies

A new video from CZT Suzanne McNeill – “Another great way to incorporate tangles into your crafts. Wooden bird forms with wire legs become cute little table accessories or the perfect gift item.”

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TanglePatterns String 095

TanglePatterns String 095

This String is shared by tangler Sandra Hart for your creative enjoyment. You can help our community’s String resource grow by sending me yours to share. I’m always looking for new strings!

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Tangle Refresher 72

Tangle Refresher!

Buried Treasure! Here’s what was new in the Zentangle® world a year ago – five tangle pattern gems for your tangling pleasure.

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How to draw TOOTLE

Zentangle pattern: Tootle. Image © Linda Farmer and TanglePatterns.com. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. You may use this image for your personal non-commercial reference only. The unauthorized pinning, reproduction or distribution of this copyrighted work is illegal.

Links to online instructions for drawing Jennifer Hohensteiner’s Zentangle® pattern: Tootle.

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