I have spent a lot of time reading long and descriptive definitions – and have even included one at the end of this post. But, in simple terms, zentangle is doodling for adults! I’ve seen this art form for years – I just didn’t know what it was called. So if I am not alone, here you go….The covers of these books are worth a thousand definitions!
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This example from the book would be the PERFECT quilt label for a Halloween quilt! And that, my friends, brings into the quilting world and makes it a perfect class!
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Another great label….
And some fun monograms….
There are even kid friendly versions – which would be a great Spring Break class or, in my case, Easter basket stuffers for my grandchildren…
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Pigma Pens in all different thicknesses are recommended – 01; 03; 05 and even 08. Pen sets will be arriving any day so order them soon!
This eleven piece set includes five pens, a pencil, and Zentangle tiles. There are also three (Item #ZT50012 Retail $9.99) and nine (Item #ZT50010 $13.99) piece versions available.
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There are over a dozen books on our website – just search Zentangle.
Why not try combining this technique the new Kraft-tex product? I haven’t tried it yet, but this is how they describe it:
Wait till you get your hands on this rugged paper that looks, feels, and wears like leather, but sews, cuts, and washes just like fabric. kraft•tex is supple, yet strong enough to handle projects that get tough wear, like totes, belts, wallets, book covers, luggage tags, and more. Sew it, stamp it, draw on it, fold it, inkjet print it to bring an exciting new texture to craft-sewing projects, mixed-media arts, and bookmaking. Durable fiber-based texture softens and crinkles with handling and washing.
It is available in white, brown and black by the package or by the bolt:
Package: White – Item #20244 Retail $12.95; Brown – Item #20211; Black – Item #20245
Bolt: White – Item #20246; Brown – Item #20228; Black – Item #20247CT
Not everything is in stock – but will be soon, so I wanted to give you a heads up! This is too good to miss!
And, now, for the official definition….
Zentangle® is a meditative process of creating art, wherein simple shapes and lines combine to make a complicated and interesting final piece of artwork. The focus of Zentangle is on the process of creation, rather than the end result. The beauty of Zentangle is that there is no right way or wrong way. If you can draw a line and a circle (perfectly or not), you can Zentangle. Zentangle is an art concept that is engaging, approachable, and fun enough for someone who has never picked up any art tools or created a piece of art, yet is still meditative, productive, and creative enough for an advanced artist to enjoy. While many popular Zentangle books share tips, inspiration, and final artwork, there are few that break down Zentangle into a step-by-step process. Structured to be part instruction, part inspiration, and part doodling, The Art of Zentangle will first demonstrate how to create Zentangle art by showing intricate patterns broken out into several steps. After artists have warmed up and are ready to give it a try on their own, they’ll be invited to practice creating their own Zentangle designs on the beautifully designed blank pages of this inspirational sketch journal.
Yep -let’s doodle!
