In this Zentangle Blog Series we explore the ins and outs of some of our most loved Tangles. Join us as we journey back to how it was discovered and deconstructed, why a certain tangle got its name, and who was involved in the process. We will look into different styles, applications and tangleations of a tangle. We will examine how some tangles have evolved over time and discuss how the same patterns have multiple names. Some tangles have inspired tangleations that were so wonderful that they became their own tangle. This series is fun deep dive into the life...

We always say that the Zentangle Method attracts really awesome people. We have had the pleasure of working with wonderful Certified Zentangle Teachers (CZT) all over the world and we are excited to share these wonderful people with the entire Zentangle Community. Through our series, CZT Family Tree, we will introduce individual CZTs. Today, we are excited to introduce Katrina Thiebaut! --- + ---  Name: Katrina Thiebaut, CZT 22, 32, and 36  Favorite Tangle: Mooka Favorite Place to Tangle: Anywhere and Everywhere How I use Zentangle® Method in my life: Zentangle® Method permeates all of my life.  I use its focus of gratitude and appreciation most...

"Traipse" I came across this word the other day. I have heard of it. Maybe I saw it on a spelling test in 4th grade, but I'm not so sure that I have ever used it before. Do you know what it means?   Traipse.    verb.   (used without an object). traipsed, traipsing       1.  to walk or go aimlessly or idly or without finding or reaching one's goal;     "We traipsed all over town looking for a copy of the book." (but not finding it) It caught my attention while I was looking up something else. It had a rather elegant sound...