#SummerTangles2018

I love a good tangle challenge--often a list of tangles to try each day--and have participated in #Valentangles, #Gratitangles, #Giveatangle, and #Inktober.  Challenges let me explore new pattern, get inspiration from others working on the same thing, and encourage me to tangle each day for a set period of time.

Seeing a dearth of tangle challenges in the summer months, I made one.  I've drawn the tangles from TanglePattern's 2018 Tangle Guide so that everyone has access to the step outs; the list of tangle creators is included in this wonderful resource (I highly recommend supporting Linda Farmer's efforts by purchasing the guide.)  Some are old, some new; some "official" from Zentangle HQ, most not.  There are grids, organics, fillers, borders, and more.  For the most part, I chose tangles that I have either rarely or never used so that I can add to my comfort repertoire.  I've also chosen a few techniques, or trends, popular among CZTs (Certified Zentangle Teachers) and other tanglers, such as the enhancer "dewdrop," Zen Gems, and embedded letters.  I'll post my tiles here, on my FB page, and on Instagram ("yankeetangler"), and encourages others to post their own, using #summertangles2018.  UPDATE:  See "Some Clarification" for an explanation of some of the terms, with links and examples.

The Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns.  It was originated by Maria and Rick Thomas.  For more information or to find a Certified Zentangle Teacher near you, visit Zentangle HQ.

Have fun experimenting and spread the word!

Here's the list:

July 4:  Footlites

July 5:  Hamail

July 6:  Z-trik

July 7:  Dewdrop*

July 8:  Wisket

July 9:  Abundies

July 10:  Ponio

July 11:  Cubic

July 12:  Monotangle*

July 13:  Fiore

July 14:  Trix

July 15: Zonked

July 16: ‘Dillo

July 17:  Zen Gem*

July 18:  XYP

July 19: Chainlea

July 20:  Equerre

July 21: Add color*

July 22:  Bwiya

July 23:  Gingham

July 24:  Tranzending*

July 25:  Groovy

July 26:  Kuzek

July 27: Microtangle (work small)*

July 28:  Pach

July 29:  Scallamp

July 30:  Zen Button*
July 31:  Ringz (date missed on original announcement)

Aug 1:  Knot Rickz

Aug 2: Chaist

Aug 3:  Golven

Aug 4:  Zendala*

Aug 5: All About V

Aug 6:  Dingbatz*

Aug 7:  Prestwood

Aug 8:  Zenplosion Folds

Aug 9:  Vache 1

Aug 10:  Organic

Aug 11:  Clob

Aug 12:  Snugz

Aug 13:  Bijou*

Aug 14:  Pach (oops, a repeat--it's a choose-your-own-tangle day!)

Aug 15:  Rashell

Aug 16:  Biscus

Aug 17:  Floatfest

Aug 18:  Frames*

Aug 19: Warped Egg

Aug 20:  Balo

Aug 21:  Embedded Letter*

Aug 22: Arc Flower

Aug 23:  Zenribbon*

Aug 24:  Lollywimple

Aug 25:  Zenith

Aug 26:  Snail

Aug 27:  Strircles

Aug 28:  Celtic Knot*

Aug 29: Cayke

Aug 30:  DL-Labyrinth

Aug 31:  Macrotangle (work large)*

Sept 1:  Maryhill

Sept 2: Z-trik (and another double, so do what you like!)

Sept 3:  Spoolies

OOOPs, I realized that I repeated two tangles.  Well, embracing the "no mistakes" mentality of the Zentangle Method, I'm leaving them right where they are.  I'll just do them twice!  Plus a Bronx Cheer.