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June 19th, 2026
Thinking about submitting a pattern to TanglePatterns.com? This article explains the principles that guide my review process and qualities commonly found in successful Zentangle tangles. (With links to French and Spanish translations.)
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October 30th, 2023
Online instructions for drawing Cyndi Knapp’s Zentangle® pattern: Kazique. Bonus: a tip for repurposing a surplus eyeglass case into a Zentangle tool case!
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June 3rd, 2020
Online instructions for drawing Cyndi Knapp’s Zentangle® pattern: Jexic.
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December 1st, 2019
Recently I stumbled across a way to restart the ink in my Micron 01 pens flowing well, so here’s “Linda’s Micron Fix” in case it helps you too.
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January 4th, 2019
Welcome to 2019! This week’s Buried Treasure spotlights hidden tangle gems from a year ago in the Zentangle® world, takes a look at tangles for beginners, and shares our random string of the week …
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March 19th, 2018
In this video produced by Sakura, CZT Molly Hollibaugh tangles the Zentangle-original Zenith and shares helpful tips about using white ink on a black tile.
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March 9th, 2018
This is to let you know that I have made the decision to disable the mobile version of TanglePatterns.com. From today, all users whether Desktop, laptop, tablet/iPad or mobile device will see the original Desktop version of the site.
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December 9th, 2017
In this 5-minute video presented by Sakura, Certified Zentangle Teacher Dorian Eng demonstrates how to create a Zentangle-inspired holiday ornament using 3.5″ square Zentangle tiles.
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November 6th, 2017
Online instructions for drawing Beth Snoderly’s Zentangle® pattern: Endo.
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November 3rd, 2017
Online instructions for drawing Tomàs Padrós’s Zentangle® pattern: Meshmerize.
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September 16th, 2017
A new public Kitchen Table Tangle video from Rick and Maria at Zentangle® demonstrating tranzending, a technique to add layers of tangles to your tiles.
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July 30th, 2017
Question from the Zentangle community, to the community: When you’ve been absent for a while, how do you get back into the swing of your Zentangle practice? Your advice and suggestions are invited and welcome …
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October 7th, 2016
Online instructions for drawing Jenna Black’s Zentangle® pattern: Shark Kisses. Note Jenna’s easy technique for drawing an ogee grid!
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March 7th, 2016
Online instructions for drawing CZT® Mina (Ping-Min) Hsiao’s Zentangle® pattern: 3-LOOPS-6.
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October 16th, 2015
Links to online instructions for drawing Angie Whalen’s Zentangle® pattern: Boxed Up.
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April 26th, 2013
Article illustrating the simple steps for drawing three different types of grids from which many tangle patterns grow. Includes a free PDF to download with all the instructions for you to print out.
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March 15th, 2013
Online instructions for drawing CZT® Adele Bruno’s Zentangle® pattern: Lucky.
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September 9th, 2012
In this video, CZT® Suzanne McNeill demonstrates how to tangle a pumpkin using oil-based paint markers.
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June 22nd, 2012
Links to online instructions for drawing CZT® Amy Broady’s Zentangle® pattern: Ving.
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May 30th, 2012
CZT® Michele Beauchamp answers frequently asked questions about how she creates her beautiful Zentangle-inspired art.
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May 23rd, 2012
… and another useful resource on TanglePatterns.com.
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April 23rd, 2012
Links to online instructions for drawing CZT® Sandy Hunter’s Zentangle® pattern: Veezley.
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April 21st, 2012
Recently a reader emailed asking for advice about using Sakura micron pens on a painted surface so I contacted Sakura for their guidelines. Their response was very helpful to ensure the best outcome with our art processes.
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March 10th, 2012
Gourd artist Cheryl K. is seeking recommendations about the best pens to use for tangling with white ink on gourds painted black …
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February 26th, 2012
Zentangle® creators Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas have teamed up with Sakura®, manufacturers of the Micron 01 pens specifically recommended for tangling, to produce three new Zentangle-branded drawing sets. Here’s what you’ll find in each of the three sets…
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December 17th, 2011
CZT Suzanne McNeill tangles an apron and a quilt block and explains her experience with various pens and fabric weights.
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December 14th, 2011
Links to online instructions for drawing Elena Hadzijaneva’s Zentangle® pattern: Retro.
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September 14th, 2011
Online instructions for drawing CZT® Suzanne McNeill’s Zentangle® pattern: Barberpole, with a Shiny Stripes tutorial by Jo Newsham.
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July 10th, 2011
For those of you who love to tangle in color, I discovered this fantastic new ultra-fine nib Sharpie Limited Edition set of 24 fabulous colors in permanent ink.
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June 30th, 2011
Just in time for summer travels, here’s a great tip for keeping your Zentangle tiles clean and handy when you’re on the go.
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