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“Monotangle Meets Bijou” …

Had a great class at Icarus yesterday with the theme of “Monotangle Meets Bijou”.   I introduced seven new patterns that we did on the Bijou tiles.  It was a fun class which really focused on two ideas – new tangles and smaller paper. When you… Continue Reading ““Monotangle Meets Bijou” …”

Challenge #304 … “Waybop”

This week’s Diva Challenge requires the use of one of Zentangle’s newest patterns, “Waybop”.  This was one of three “official” new tangles introduced at Zen Again back in the Fall of 2016.  I recently taught all three new patterns to a class, and it was… Continue Reading “Challenge #304 … “Waybop””

Black Tiles …

Black tiles and white Jelly Roll pens were the supplies needed for today’s class at the Icarus Creative Arts Studio on the grounds of the Bernardo Winery.  Six ladies took part in drawing beautiful black tiles with the Jelly Roll pens, and shading with either… Continue Reading “Black Tiles …”

Black Tiles, Black Swans …

Last night, Judy, Julie and I met for our monthly Tangle Session.  At first, Judy had requested something “Valentine”, but then decided she wanted to do black tiles and white pens. We started off doing a traditional black Zentangle tile, using a Sakura White… Continue Reading “Black Tiles, Black Swans …”

New Products & New Patterns …

The class at Icarus Creative Arts Studio today was titled “New Products-New Patterns”.  While the new products were fun to share, the new patterns were a bit intimidating to say the least!  I had to keep reassuring the group that whenever you draw a… Continue Reading “New Products & New Patterns …”

Zen Gems ….

Had a very fun “Zen Gem” class this evening with Judy and Julie …. They’ve been setting up “once-a-month” classes with me for the last several months and it’s always a fun couple hours when we get together.  This class focused on creating “gems”.… Continue Reading “Zen Gems ….”

Challenge #299 … Draw-wings

The Diva has challenged us to use “Draw-Wings” – one of the four newly introduced Zentangle patterns – for the Challenge this week.   As usual, it took a few tries to “get” it.  I really, really like this pattern. So does my husband!  He shapes… Continue Reading “Challenge #299 … Draw-wings”

Old Friends, New Friends and a Basic Class …

Today was my first “Introduction to Zentangle” class for 2017 at the Icarus Creative Arts Studio.  With the start of a new year, many people are ready to find “something new” to try and today’s class was one of those.  I was  surprised with… Continue Reading “Old Friends, New Friends and a Basic Class …”

Happy New Year …. 2017!

CLASS IS FULL! Next Intro Class March 5th This Sunday, January 8th is the first “Introduction to Zentangle” class of 2017 at Icarus Creative Arts Studio.  Come and see what this is all about and how you can use it in your everyday life.  You… Continue Reading “Happy New Year …. 2017!”

“Holiday Tangling” ….

Seven of us spent a beautiful San Diego afternoon “Holiday Tangling” at Icarus Creative Arts Studio on the grounds of the Bernardo Winery a couple weeks ago.  Some enjoyed a nice glass of wine from the tasting room, and others enjoyed sugar cookies made by “yours… Continue Reading ““Holiday Tangling” ….”