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From the lens Zentangle.

  • karmicchristian May 24, 2012 @ 11:47 am | delete
    Brilliant! Learnt something new here... Applying it is gonna take some doing! :)
  • Frog May 9, 2012 @ 4:21 pm | delete
    I"m very glad to see you've shared such a wonderful exercise, but saddened that the "creators" of this decided to trademark and market their "new" idea. I could show you hundreds of "zentangles" that I created when I was young, this method of doodling and creating is definitely not new. How sad that they felt the need to make money off of something that is so universal.
  • bloomingrose May 5, 2012 @ 11:11 am | delete
    I am blown away by this, especially by the last example that combines zentangle and journalling.
  • Steve_Kaye May 4, 2012 @ 5:35 pm | delete
    Yes, this is a marvelous idea. I write in a journal, which I find very comforting. Now I have a new way to expand my mental wanderings. Thank you for publishing this lens.
  • camelid Apr 28, 2012 @ 1:48 pm | delete
    This is amazing! I can't wait to try it.
  • peppermintpixel Apr 27, 2012 @ 12:11 am | delete
    I love your zentangles!
  • LivRiley Apr 26, 2012 @ 11:03 am | delete
    I've finished 3 zentagles/zendoodles and they all look great. Zendoodles are quick, fun and extremely relaxing when I have an "urge" to doodle. Great lens!
  • JUDYPAG Apr 26, 2012 @ 12:46 am | delete
    LOVED YOUR PAGE!!!!!
  • JoyfulReviewer Apr 23, 2012 @ 11:54 am | delete
    I do believe I've found a new craft I want to try ... thanks for all the helpful instructions. Blessed by a joyful angel.
  • tmmallin Apr 23, 2012 @ 11:25 am | delete
    Wow, these are so cool!
  • yanquita Apr 17, 2012 @ 7:38 pm | delete
    Awesome lens! Zentangles remind me of embroidery blackwork that died and went to heaven...
  • scrapunzel Apr 17, 2012 @ 4:22 pm | delete
    I desperately need a .01 or at least as small as possible white pen. Can you tell me what you are using & where you found it? Thanks in advance.
  • theraggededge Apr 17, 2012 @ 7:23 pm | delete
    You and me both! I don't use a white pen, except on that journal page which was done several years ago. I've been looking for a decent one for ages - most are too thick or tend to blob.
  • MasterOfSpanish Apr 5, 2012 @ 3:26 pm | delete
    Sure am next time I sit to doodle :-)
  • SophiaStar Apr 4, 2012 @ 10:47 pm | delete
    These are amazing! I had not heard of this before. I am going to definitely try one out thanks!
  • prosepine Apr 4, 2012 @ 8:58 pm | delete
    Love it! Love the pics from your journal
  • zafeyry Apr 2, 2012 @ 4:36 pm | delete
    I'm going to go make a zentangle right now!
  • Jolent Apr 1, 2012 @ 11:11 am | delete
    I love this lens... it's inspiring! I've never heard of a zentangle, and like the name for this style of art. Makes me want to get out some pens and paper and start doodling now! Nice job!
  • gengonow Mar 29, 2012 @ 4:04 pm | delete
    Awesome lens never knew the name of this art
  • billsolano Mar 24, 2012 @ 4:44 pm | delete
    These are amazing images, great work on this lens.
  • TTMall Mar 19, 2012 @ 2:09 pm | delete
    Beautiful and informative lens. Thanks for sharing.
  • Angela5 Mar 15, 2012 @ 10:55 pm | delete
    I've made some of these myself...thinking of them as doodles...but I prefer now to consider them zentangles even though my were not to the level of true art as are yours. Absolutely beautiful.
  • utopia5230 Mar 15, 2012 @ 1:58 am | delete
    These pic are becauty
  • SmBizGuru Mar 10, 2012 @ 7:14 pm | delete
    I love this! My daughter started doing this on her own when her right hand came out of a cast to teach herself to use her right hand again. She was only five years old. She just drew all kinds of geometric and swirly shapes - look like these. She has many art journals full of these designs now that she is 16 years old.
  • lestroischenes Mar 9, 2012 @ 10:39 am | delete
    I'd never ehard this word before. Wish my 'Zentangles' were so pretty.
  • Agape Mar 2, 2012 @ 10:13 am | delete
    This may be a silly question, but your last step says to "erase all of the pencil lines." Wasn't the whole thing in pencil? Where does the pen come in?
  • theraggededge Mar 2, 2012 @ 11:31 am | delete
    You're right - I omitted to say switch to a pen after drawing the string. You're the first person to notice. I have corrected the instructions now. Thanks!
  • Janbo Mar 1, 2012 @ 5:17 pm | delete
    Going to give these a try,they are gorgeous!I do loads of crafts including embroidery and these are like embroidery with a pencil.Thanks for inspiring me!
  • Thrinsdream Feb 29, 2012 @ 9:30 am | delete
    I am a doodler and nearly fell of my chair when I read this as I have been doodling these for years, they are my calming therapy! Loved learning this. With thanks and appreciation. Cathi x
  • arikurniadi Feb 25, 2012 @ 12:37 am | delete
    hey, Its similar to Indonesia's batik...
    Nice lens!
  • myamya Feb 22, 2012 @ 8:48 am | delete
    Very nice lens! thumbs up!
  • kathysart Feb 21, 2012 @ 3:29 pm | delete
    came back to bless this lens.. yay
  • daedrea Feb 20, 2012 @ 3:30 pm | delete
    Wow your doodling makes mine look pre-amateur...Great lens. I had no idea it was called zentangle.
  • malina123 Feb 14, 2012 @ 11:36 am | delete
    I didn't know this was called Zentangle, I used to do it a lot - in school when I was bored mainly - zentagles really are a product of setting your mind free, illustrating your subconscious thoughts maybe?. Your zentagles look great.
  • naheedahsan Feb 8, 2012 @ 12:15 pm | delete
    These are beautiful
  • JoshK47 Feb 6, 2012 @ 12:02 pm | delete
    Wow - very cool looking! Never heard it called zentangle before, very interesting. Blessed by a SquidAngel!
  • entertainmenteveryday Feb 6, 2012 @ 11:35 am | delete
    I love it! I learned so much and will give it a try soon. This would make for a great pice of artwork in my home.
  • Tipi Feb 3, 2012 @ 11:41 am | delete
    I really need to send this to my oldest son, he is so good at doodle art and zentangel. You are a remarkable artist. Amazing artwork.
  • jimmyworldstar Feb 1, 2012 @ 5:17 pm | delete
    These zentangles look amazing, I might try one later on. When you make a lot of repeating shapes you get great results and shapes like in the pictures above.
  • oxfordian Jan 16, 2012 @ 1:33 pm | delete
    I'd never heard of this before! These are beautiful and I can't wait to try it.
  • Tolovaj Jan 16, 2012 @ 12:47 pm | delete
    Thanks for introducing this form of at. I saw something very similar in one school few weeks ago and had no idea it has special name. It is pretty simple but very effective and with A LOT possibilities to explore.
  • Nancy LA_Woman00@yahoo.com Jan 6, 2012 @ 9:22 pm | delete
    I love Zentangle; and am glad to see that there is a name to describe it! True, many of us used a similar techniqueat one time or another. Mine was with a rapidograph in the late 60's & 70's. I am going to try it agian, this time using Micron pens as recommended.
    Many Thanks ~ I appreciate your site!
  • Samantha Dec 14, 2011 @ 9:31 am | delete
    Thanks for the info. I used to do drawings like this when I was in high school in the '80s. I would start with a border of something I was looking at, like a cup. Then I would section it off and fill each section with doodles. I was learning Japanese at the time, so I would often draw patterns based on kanji. I haven't made one of these since I was in school. Seeing these reminds me of a time when I used to be creative!!! I now have a 6 year old daughter who is very creative. I think it is time I introduce her to this technique.
  • SimplyTonjia Dec 8, 2011 @ 3:49 pm | delete
    Love this lense.
  • Chris Dec 4, 2011 @ 12:25 am | delete
    If you are truly interested in what Zentangle is and where it began please look at the Zentangle website at www.zentangle.com. Anyone who has been trained by its creators understands that it is not a doodle. As a CZT (Certified Zentangle Teacher) I recommend you inform yourself before informing others.
  • theraggededge Dec 4, 2011 @ 6:35 am | delete
    Chris, I have been following Rick and Maria's progress since before Zentangle.com was even born. I first 'met' them years ago on an unrelated list. Rick and I had some email correspondence connected to the benefits of Zentangle for home-schooling. People were encouraged to download PDFs and share Zentangle freely. I visit the site, I have the kit. I can't be a CZT because I live in the UK.

    My Squidoo pages and blogs have sent thousands of people over to Zentangle.com over the last couple of years and have made $s for charity.

    However, if I produce a piece of work in the Zentangle manner and wish to call my creation a Zentangle, I will. If I want to call it a doodle, I will. There appears to be a certain element within the CZT community which promotes a holier-than-thou attitude and it does not give a very good impression to the rest of us.

    I recommend that you take care of your own art and leave me to my own.
  • Chris Dec 4, 2011 @ 9:24 am | delete
    It is true, you may call it anything you wish. CZT training is open to anyone. People from all over the world attended the last training seminar. While you may see my comment as holier-than-thou it is not my intent to present my understanding in that manner. It is merely to share what I have learned through it's creators. Your tangles are an expression of your artistic nature and they are beautiful. I wish you continued enjoyment in whatever avenue you pursue to share it share it with those of us who recognize your talent. Continued success, also, on your charity endeavors.
  • PJ_Deneen Dec 26, 2011 @ 5:24 pm | delete
    This is the second instance so far where I've seen "certified" Zentangle teachers act like jerks. It certainly doesn't make me want to go to their website. Like another reader who commented, I did a very similar technique in the 80s. This type of art is hardly new. This was a great lens. More power to you for speaking up.
  • Chris Dec 27, 2011 @ 11:49 pm | delete
    Ouch.
  • charlino Nov 24, 2011 @ 10:38 pm | delete
    I've always considered doodling as a form of art, but never knew the formal name of it until recently. Love your display of zentangle art, information, and supplies.
  • WriterJanis Nov 23, 2011 @ 2:19 pm | delete
    Never heard of this before. Thanks for the info. I love to doodle.
  • SheilaSchnauzies Nov 20, 2011 @ 1:40 am | delete
    I haven't doodled in ages... I'll probably be doing it tomorrow, though! Blessed by a Squid Angel today. Great lens!!!
  • aquarian_insight Nov 15, 2011 @ 4:15 pm | delete
    I am a chronic doodler, so this lens actually excited me! I will be trying it. You have amazing lenses and that is why I listened to your advice! Thank you...I'm off to zentangle!
  • traveller27 Nov 12, 2011 @ 11:25 am | delete
    Thumbs up - great lens!
  • fionamckay9 Nov 10, 2011 @ 10:21 am | delete
    This is a really interesting way to doodle - I'm getting too good at drawing boxes now, think I'll give it a try. Blessed
  • WANDERING_WONDERER Nov 10, 2011 @ 9:01 am | delete
    A special thank to one of the very first person who recognized my posts by giving her angel blessing... happy thanksgiving!!!
  • waynet Nov 10, 2011 @ 8:37 am | delete
    After reading this lens I realized without knowing it that I do Zentangles frequently and so now I know that it is relaxing drawing medititation type of thing it helps reduce stress....

    Thanks for this lens, thumbs up and away!
  • GoddessGirl Oct 26, 2011 @ 12:59 pm | delete
    Gorgeous, thanks for sharing!
  • ItayasDesigns Oct 20, 2011 @ 8:06 pm | delete
    Wow! What an awesome article! I love zentangles!! I'm definitely going to do some of these to help me relax. :)
  • cffutah Oct 20, 2011 @ 8:59 am | delete
    I am! 'thumbs up' from this reader to you.
  • WaynesWorld Oct 14, 2011 @ 11:20 pm | delete
    After reading various comments I realized I missed the 8+ minute video; it's amazing how as a amateur doodler so many of the designs the artist used could be remembered on one or another doodle from my past. Just never placed altogether, beautiful!
  • WaynesWorld Oct 14, 2011 @ 10:57 pm | delete
    I sure would like to think I could be so beautifully creative, I was looking at your examples and thinking two thoughts: 1. Some modern day grafitti artists seem to do Zentangles just on a larger scale. 2. I am a distributor for sendoutcards.com/81269 and these would make such beautiful cards
    Great lens, I'll be back when I have more time to explore your links.
  • Athf Oct 12, 2011 @ 9:36 pm | delete
    This is a wonderful lens! Creative artistic pictures
  • Light-in-me Oct 3, 2011 @ 11:54 pm | delete
    You know I just may try it! Thanks for sharing, I always enjoy your Zentangle lenses.
    Robin :)
  • RaverGoat Oct 3, 2011 @ 7:04 pm | delete
    Fantastic! Keep up the good work!
  • Pain_Man Sep 30, 2011 @ 1:47 pm | delete
    Wonderful lens! Thanks for creating it!
  • JanTUB Sep 27, 2011 @ 3:37 pm | delete
    I think that elaborate stipple quilting might qualify as a Zentangle design. Liked your lens
  • eclecticcycle Sep 22, 2011 @ 3:24 pm | delete
    Fantabulous zentangle collection! I have been doing theses since I was a teenager, before they had a name!
  • GrammaLinda Sep 10, 2011 @ 9:57 pm | delete
    I've been making Zentangles for years, I just didn't know what they were called. Even got in trouble at work once for doing that instead of typing away at whatever it was. Thank you for an informative and enjoyable read.
  • scarlettohairy Sep 7, 2011 @ 12:02 am | delete
    I have heard of Zentangles but I've yet to sit down and make one. I need to. I want to. I will! Lovely lens.
  • alwaysjules Aug 31, 2011 @ 2:01 pm | delete
    I've never heard of znetangles before. I found this site beautiful and fascinating. I want more! I just saw that you have another zentangle article, and I can't wait to go tehre now. THANK YOU for sharing this.
  • Showpup Aug 27, 2011 @ 11:13 pm | delete
    This looks easy yet so detailed and beautiful! Seems like a relaxing art form. I was mesmerized by the video. I'm definitely going to buy one of those pens and give it a go!!!
  • tandemonimom Aug 13, 2011 @ 10:36 am | delete
    These are so fabulous! What a great way to doodle!
  • lioncrusher Aug 13, 2011 @ 9:08 am | delete
    very cool!
  • RenaissanceWoman2010 Aug 11, 2011 @ 12:21 pm | delete
    Stopping back by to sprinkle some angel dust on these fabulous Zentangles. :-)
  • Close2Art Aug 7, 2011 @ 1:11 am | delete
    Thumbs Up great description and work! RWJR
  • allcutestuff Jul 29, 2011 @ 8:52 am | delete
    great lens, I used to do this before and thought it was just plain doodling. I didn't think this was actually an art form, I should have kept my drawings.
  • Srena44 Jul 22, 2011 @ 12:32 am | delete
    great lens
  • squiggle Jul 7, 2011 @ 9:48 am | delete
    woow this is awsome i love it
  • Knowly Jun 28, 2011 @ 8:41 pm | delete
    I was surprised when first saw "zentangle" drawing. It reminded me the ink drawings by Nadia Russ - www.nadiaruss.com. When I saw a book by Design Originals and in it: "The line can curve, wiggle, zig and zag into any shape you want... Fill each section with a different tangle...". I knew, this is what Nadia Russ created in 1989! But I was totally shocked when saw: "Zentangle was created by Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas..."
    What's zentangle? Zentangle is for some reason renamed and simplified form of "NeoPopRealism" ink drawing, first created by Nadia Russ 22 years ago and in 2003 announced as NeoPopRealism. This story is truly "zig-zag".
  • theraggededge Jun 29, 2011 @ 3:23 am | delete
    Well, yes. This form of pen and ink drawing has been around a long time. However, the Zentangle 'method' is a prescribed, rigid format - 3.5" tile. 4 dots and a string.The beauty of it being that it is easy to teach to people with little or no artistic experience.

    Most of the other drawings on this page would be more correctly called 'Zentangle-inspired' or NeoPop Realism-inspired maybe? Rick and Maria have not trademarked the drawing method but only the name 'Zentangle', and their personally-delivered method of teaching it as an active meditation.
  • TIRMassageStone Jun 28, 2011 @ 3:42 pm | delete
    Never heard of doodling as an art until now, interesting!
  • LaraineRose Jun 22, 2011 @ 3:10 am | delete
    I think this is fantastic. I always doodle when I'm talking on the phone. My doodles aren't nearly as nice or complex as yours or Milliande's but now I'll try to do better AND I have a new name for it, "Zentangle." Thank you!
  • myshelle01 Jun 17, 2011 @ 12:04 am | delete
    I had never heard of Zentangle,I sure have now what a fantastic art form. Thank you for showing us how to do this.
  • Bella Jun 13, 2011 @ 12:48 pm | delete
    What a fantastic lens, I was actually looking for kinetics, but this has really caught my eye.
    And yes I am going to try.
  • Jannie C Jun 5, 2011 @ 9:24 am | delete
    Had not heard of this until today and all I can say I am glad I did. I will certainly be having a go, this is just awesome.
  • momsfunny May 31, 2011 @ 3:07 am | delete
    Very beautiful. It really looks very difficult to do. It requires a lot of creativity to do this.
  • globalDoodle May 18, 2011 @ 6:10 am | delete
    Do you think you could do one on globalDoodle? It an online doodling site where you can doodle on your own or with other. www.globalDoodle.com Thank you for a truly magnificent and inspiring lens!
  • StephenC May 8, 2011 @ 10:52 am | delete
    Terrific lens! My wife does this in church on the bulletins. Now I know what to call it.
  • SereneSea Apr 21, 2011 @ 10:33 am | delete
    You have some stunning designs on zentangles that look awesome. The designs are so artistic that the mind gets absorbed in its beauty and rhythm.
  • zentanglecool Jul 7, 2011 @ 9:46 am | delete
    i know it is awsome i only tryed it yesterday andi already love it.
  • Tarten Apr 13, 2011 @ 4:07 pm | delete
    wooooow !!!
  • Retro_Loco Apr 10, 2011 @ 1:17 am | delete
    I can certainly see how you earned that Purple Star! This lens is awesome. I have been wanting to know more about this art form, so I Googled "Zentangles" and found your Squidoo lens on page one! Thank you so much for the step-by-step instructions for Zentangling. Your Zentangles are really pretty. I can't wait to try it myself. Faved, bookmarked and rated. ~Vicki~
  • Waxing-Lyrical Apr 1, 2011 @ 10:23 pm | delete
    All the doodling that I do, who knew it was an art form? Great tutorial and wonderful examples. Blessed!
  • daria369 Apr 1, 2011 @ 2:24 pm | delete
    Nicely done & great resource. ***Angel blessed*** as part of the April Fools' Quest & featured on "My Life with Angel Wings" lens ... :)
  • 06BlackHeart Mar 31, 2011 @ 12:55 pm | delete
    You made it!! You submitted this lens for the top Arts & Design lens section and you made it to the top 5 ... Be sure to go check this page: http://www.squidoo.com/top-5-arts-design on the first of the month to see what your position in the top 5 is and don't forget to tell your friends and visitors about it too

    Oh but it's not over!!! CONGRATULATION you also made it to the top 5 lens overall section too? check it out here http://www.squidoo.com/top-5-lens-overall on the first
  • fairiesnest Mar 25, 2011 @ 1:07 pm | delete
    This is So cool! I've been making these for years and never knew they had a name or were considered an art form. Thank you so much for sharing this info.
  • grandma_deal Mar 19, 2011 @ 6:23 pm | delete
    I used to fill pages of notebook paper with doodling while in school. Now you've got me wanting to try it again. I like the name "Zentangle" much better than plain ol' "doodle". This lens has been liked, favorited, lensrolled and facebooked. I'll be reading some of your other Zentangle lens. Thank you for sharing.
  • jvsper63 Mar 19, 2011 @ 4:00 pm | delete
    I love the Zentangle they are so beautiful. I really mean this when I say I want to learn this. But my daughter would be the better choice shes a great artist. I want to decorate something with these, Very nice lens Joni
  • Gripandflip Mar 19, 2011 @ 1:07 pm | delete
    Love the lens. I have lensrolled you.
  • Sylvestermouse Mar 17, 2011 @ 10:07 am | delete
    Adding a kiss for luck on this St. Patrick's Day!
  • kathysart Mar 16, 2011 @ 12:21 pm | delete
    How FUN! I had no idea my doodles had a name.. YAY! This is a really great lens.. thumbs UP!
  • RenaissanceWoman2010 Mar 16, 2011 @ 9:37 am | delete
    Incredible! Really love this. Can't wait to try it. Thanks for sharing your creativity.
  • susan300 Mar 10, 2011 @ 8:58 pm | delete
    This is *so* fascinating to me. I'm going to dedicate some time to experimenting with these. Thank you for introducing me to these!
  • Upon-Request Mar 8, 2011 @ 11:40 am | delete
    These are so awesome! As soon as I find where I stashed my micro pens I'm definitely gonna give it a whirl. ;)
  • kguru1979 Mar 4, 2011 @ 6:03 am | delete
    Awesome step by step examples .. nice formation of lens .. good .. thanks for sharing about zentangle...!
  • Jewelsofawe Feb 27, 2011 @ 11:53 pm | delete
    Love zentangle!
  • Positivevibestechnician Feb 9, 2011 @ 1:57 pm | delete
    these are some really nice designs
  • aerome Feb 7, 2011 @ 6:09 am | delete
    This is very nice! I'll give it a shot one of these days ;-)
  • adhd-bipolar-depression Feb 4, 2011 @ 6:41 am | delete
    I like it!
  • lisel33 Feb 2, 2011 @ 10:17 am | delete
    Love all your zentangle lenses and your art
  • Amelia7410 Jan 31, 2011 @ 1:01 am | delete
    Yea! I love these Zentagles! I doodle a lot but I start with a flower and move on from there. My friends said they look like lace doilies. I will definitely try it out! Thanks for writing about this.
  • trueimage Jan 25, 2011 @ 3:59 am | delete
    great lense, i love doodling, the drawings look great on the mugs...i'm inspired now...off to draw a zectangle
  • Harshitha Jan 24, 2011 @ 8:08 am | delete
    Very beautiful
  • cybermutiny Jan 16, 2011 @ 7:18 am | delete
    This vaguely reminds me of Maori art. Nice videos!
  • raosrinivas Jan 11, 2011 @ 3:12 am | delete
    It is so beautiful knowing the way drawing zentangles, a nice art. Thanks for sharing.
  • BarbaraCasey Jan 2, 2011 @ 9:43 am | delete
    Wow, these art pieces are complete in black and white, but splashes of color work, too. Very interesting lens. Thanks.
  • SelfAndSource Jan 1, 2011 @ 3:30 pm | delete
    Now I have a name for what I do...yeah! Thank you for the detail you've given. Great.
  • LizMac60 Dec 20, 2010 @ 6:32 am | delete
    I think I'm going to get zentangling, but first here's a blessing from a squid angel. this lens is featured on Me?!! A Squid Angle oops, Angel.
  • mulberry Dec 12, 2010 @ 7:26 pm | delete
    I learned something new here. Never heard of them before, but I love the Zentangles!
  • ajgodinho Dec 7, 2010 @ 12:41 pm | delete
    Wow, awesome indeed...I love to doodle, now you've zentangled me...excellent lens! ;)
  • Oosquid Nov 28, 2010 @ 8:07 am | delete
    Wow! I doodle when deep in thought but they are just doodles. Yours are masterpieces - fantastic!
  • Chinajoy Nov 25, 2010 @ 11:50 am | delete
    wow! I really like these. Enjoyed the lens very much....I may have to give it a try, now that I have seen them.
  • Koupie Nov 15, 2010 @ 10:14 am | delete
    I love your lens, I am such an art crazy person too and have started doing some zentangles. They are a lot of fun, but yours are amazing :)
    Thanks for visiting Cooper and I today....
  • artyfax Nov 6, 2010 @ 6:32 pm | delete
    Very interesting lens, I have done a little zentangling but have not yet got to the stage where I incorporate them into my art, etc. they are still something that "stands alone". After reading this I am beginning to wonder if I should be taking active steps to do something about that.
  • thesuccess Nov 4, 2010 @ 4:42 pm | delete
    Lens Masterclass, Squid Angel Blessing!
  • AmeenahM Nov 2, 2010 @ 8:20 pm | delete
    Beautiful Art! Great Lens I can wait to try it! Thank you for introducing me to Zentangle!
  • AmbrosiaPopsicle Oct 31, 2010 @ 4:54 pm | delete
    Just to beautiful, thank you for sharing this art. Incredible, I strive!
  • MarkUpshaw Oct 23, 2010 @ 1:58 am | delete
    I had never heard of this artform. It is beautiful. Nice lens.
  • artyfax Oct 20, 2010 @ 9:45 am | delete
    very informative and easy to follow lens
  • JimH Oct 18, 2010 @ 9:32 am | delete
    Really enjoyed learning about zentangles, I had not heard of this art form before.
  • Swisstoons Oct 17, 2010 @ 11:03 am | delete
    Wonderful intriquing things, Zanangles! Yours are beautiful. And, it's a fact, doing them has a very calming effect. Thumbs up and a favorite!
  • MTF-briguy Oct 12, 2010 @ 10:45 am | delete
    Today, I learned a new word and a new way to reduce stress...thanks!
  • cbessa Oct 11, 2010 @ 12:38 pm | delete
    I've done this for years and never knew it has a name! :-)
  • LindaJM Oct 9, 2010 @ 10:51 am | delete
    I love your zentangles! The word is new to me but I've been doing something similar for years. Thanks for all the information.
  • hotbrain Oct 9, 2010 @ 1:41 am | delete
    Beautiful zentangles!
  • Melodie Oct 7, 2010 @ 12:10 am | delete
    Omg I've been doing this for years, now it's an actual artform.woow!
  • Jimmie Oct 6, 2010 @ 9:14 pm | delete
    Oooohhhh... how fun. These are cool. Great art activity for homeschool. Thanks.
  • Betsi_Goutal Sep 29, 2010 @ 3:14 pm | delete
    The most comprehensive guide to zentangles I've seen yet. Thanks so much for this mother lode of info.
  • MSchindel Sep 28, 2010 @ 12:48 pm | delete
    I tried making my first Zentangle this past weekend, and I was amazed by how different the "doodling" patterns I ended up making were from my usual style of drawing. It really got my creative juices flowing in other areas of my art! Thanks so much for putting together this excellent blog.
  • DinosaurEgg Sep 20, 2010 @ 2:21 pm | delete
    These are beautiful! Reminds me of Escher but much less formal. Very cool. I struggle with a lot of 'art' but I can definitely appreciate these.
  • elizajane202 Sep 17, 2010 @ 4:23 am | delete
    These are beautiful. I love the small ones you have up here, they'd make for some interesting pillows.
  • susankristoff Sep 14, 2010 @ 4:31 pm | delete
    This is just fabulous! I've seen some basic zentangles but these are amazing. And I totally agree that Sakura Micron pens are the best, I love them for journaling.
  • Squidster Sep 8, 2010 @ 1:52 pm | delete
    Somehow I had associated the term 'zentangle' with some kind of puzzle. But, wow, this is so much cooler. I've been quite a doodlebug myself and this looks definitely like something worth exploring further. Love it!
  • seegreen Sep 8, 2010 @ 6:02 am | delete
    I have been making Zentangles since the first time I saw this page. Thank you for introducing me to this art form. Blessed by an Angel.
  • resabi Sep 7, 2010 @ 10:56 am | delete
    You already know you hooked me on these. Popping by to bless this lens, now that I can!
  • SereneSea Aug 22, 2010 @ 12:29 am | delete
    Beautiful patterns on the lens, looks terrific. I used to draw them when I just felt like relaxing. It can be lot of fun.
  • Momsbusy247 Aug 13, 2010 @ 11:21 am | delete
    I can't draw a stick figure but I think I can do this... it looks like a lot of fun!
  • prosperity66 Aug 6, 2010 @ 12:47 pm | delete
    OMG! I discover a brand new world! Actually I thought YOU invented Zentangling! I didn't know such art would exist before you published your first zentangle page. I'm wowed!
  • theraggededge Aug 12, 2010 @ 10:35 am | delete
    Nooo.. I wish I had - 'Zentangle' was invented and registered by MT & RR as it says in the intro, though, of course, people have doodled for yonks.
  • LotusMalas Aug 6, 2010 @ 7:22 am | delete
    What a fabulous art method to help someone get in touch with his or her intuitive side!
  • JaguarJulie Aug 2, 2010 @ 2:59 pm | delete
    You know something my dear? I was just thinking how beautiful it would have been to have a Zentangle in the traveling squid journal. Hmmm ... maybe we can work something out that would allow me to add that once the international edition arrives home? Good to see you today. And, such a marvelous page this is.
  • maria Jul 28, 2010 @ 11:56 am | delete
    Great job Love this kind of art !
  • girlfriendfactory Jul 25, 2010 @ 3:22 am | delete
    OMG, Bev!!! These are awesome! Now, this is coming from someone who can barely draw a stick figure, but geez, I'm tempted to give these a try. I was never much of a doodler (too busy taking notes most of the time), but when I tried, they were always goofy flowers and scribbles, nothing interesting. But, I'm willing to try anything twice. Your squid is all out fabulous!!! Bravo!
  • J9a2m6e8s5B Jul 22, 2010 @ 2:50 pm | delete
    I had never heard of this before -- great lens!
  • Pete_D Jul 21, 2010 @ 3:09 pm | delete
    Amazing. It's the first time I head about these but they look great
  • Deborah J. Weaver Jul 16, 2010 @ 11:25 am | delete
    How can there be a "proper" way to do this type of art? I've been making images like these for years. Clever entrepreneurial concept! Make art, make money, and make others happy! (Not critical just admiring what you have built! Any artist who finds a way to make a living doing art is A-OK in my book!)
  • theraggededge Jul 21, 2010 @ 10:37 am | delete
    Not me, Deborah, though I wish it had been my idea! Check zentangle.com
  • Muriel Jul 13, 2010 @ 2:50 pm | delete
    oh yeah! Been hoarding a Moleskine for years..just for this purpose!!
  • poddys Jul 6, 2010 @ 7:57 am | delete
    I haven't heard of these before, but they are amazing. I used to doodle in a similar style when I was at college. Excellent lens.
  • hayleylou Jul 2, 2010 @ 5:39 am | delete
    Cool, not surprised that this was LOTD, love the squid one, thumbs up :)
  • alexsandra brito Jun 30, 2010 @ 5:26 pm | delete
    Amei ! Sou artista e Não Sabia ! Agora Descobri !
    Parabens !
  • CoolFoto Jun 11, 2010 @ 4:09 pm | delete
    What a beautiful art form. Never heard of it before, but I sure do want to try it!
  • Got to be something better Jun 8, 2010 @ 10:09 am | delete
    Society is definitely on a down turn when doodles are able to be copyrighted. Why would you even want to do that?
  • theraggededge Jun 8, 2010 @ 11:53 am | delete
    My own art on this page is copyright of course, as is anyone's original work. Why wouldn't I want it protected if I put time and effort into it?

    The word 'Zentangle' is a registered trademark. Not mine.
  • the777group Jun 30, 2010 @ 2:37 am | delete
    I'm with you, entirely. That's fantastic work.
  • girlfriendfactory Jul 25, 2010 @ 3:48 am | delete
    I don't understand people who are confused about why art is copyrighted. I have to wonder about their integrity or their level of knowledge and understanding about art and what it takes to create it. BTW, the Ecstasy of Energy hands you did are phenomenal!!! I can't wait to be awake enough to try one of these!!!
  • artbymichelle Jun 5, 2010 @ 2:08 pm | delete
    LOVE your work!
  • lavenderlass Jun 2, 2010 @ 2:42 pm | delete
    When I took a class on teaching art in the elementary classroom, it was called "line and design" and was something that even the most unartistic could manage and end up with masterpieces. I love the name zendoodle. Like others, I've been doing this since early in my school years ages ago. Now I can add this to my rubber stamping.
  • PR_am May 30, 2010 @ 6:54 am | delete
    There are truly a lot of cool new things i have learnt from Squidoo. Zentangle is one of them. Thanks for sharing this:-)
  • gigasol May 27, 2010 @ 10:23 pm | delete
    WOOW!!!
    say no more!!!
  • EricaNes May 20, 2010 @ 10:46 pm | delete
    Wow! What a wonderful and interesting lens. My husband likes to doodle and is really quite good with charcoal; I think he might enjoy reading this. Thanks!
  • clemency May 13, 2010 @ 5:44 pm | delete
    Amazing - i doodle like this, didn't know it had a special name! Beautiful lens, I love your drawings. 5*****
  • seegreen May 5, 2010 @ 11:01 pm | delete
    I had never heard of zentangles before today. Gorgeous! I can't wait to try one.
  • CLUZ Apr 29, 2010 @ 1:16 pm | delete
    Love the zentangles! Thanks for sharing this great lens and wonderful photos! 5*
  • aj2008 Apr 27, 2010 @ 3:54 am | delete
    Oh wow - how did I miss this lens. I love the concept of Zentangles and congrats on getting LOTD!!

    I need to show these to my girls - all 3 are very arty and I think they would love to do something like this.
  • skiesgreen Apr 26, 2010 @ 6:59 pm | delete
    Had to return to bless this outstanding lens. For passion, beauty, joy and excitement it ranks high in my book. Blessed and featured on Sprinkled with Stardust
  • karenfaye Apr 26, 2010 @ 6:51 am | delete
    Wow, I've zentangled for years without knowing that is what they are! All sorts of things "emerge" and take life as one doodles! Give this site a l0:)
  • Helen Apr 25, 2010 @ 8:44 pm | delete
    Hi ever since i have been doodling either on paper or fibro, using texta or charcoals, i have felt a inner peace with myself which people have noticed so thanks Helen
  • HorseAndPony Apr 25, 2010 @ 3:15 pm | delete
    I'm back for a visit. Love your Zentangles! Blessed!
  • Paula Apr 23, 2010 @ 12:04 am | delete
    I must be waaaay older than all of you! Since I was young, many years ago, I have been doing elaborate doodles with pen, pencil and colored pencil. I have old school note books, work meeting minutes and other meetings notes who's margines are festooned with what you call Zentangles. Meetings seem to be the place I need them most!
    Who would have thought that there would be a marketable idea in a doodle! I suppose that you all are from the computer age and did not grow up with a pencil in you hand LOL
  • helen Apr 26, 2010 @ 8:44 pm | delete
    Hi i know where r coming from, if u r in ure fifty's then i too used to doodle, it has been given a updated name, but do u still doodle to release thoughts so ure mind isn't cluttered, that's what i get from it, and i am more calm to handle day to day life
  • BigGirlBlue Apr 22, 2010 @ 1:19 pm | delete
    Greetings! You have a lovely lens and it has been blessed.
  • Jewelsofawe Apr 12, 2010 @ 7:57 pm | delete
    Love the journal! Blessed!
  • Tipi Apr 12, 2010 @ 4:49 pm | delete
    Time for some Zentangling! I like that word, and its nice to come and enjoy the art on this beautiful lens again. ~ Congratulations on becoming a Squid Angel, you will be a great at it.
    Thank you for blessing Tipi the Tipigal, it was in need of a blessing. I sure do appreciate it very, very much. ~ Bless you sweet-heart!
    Susie
  • theraggededge Apr 12, 2010 @ 4:54 pm | delete
    You are very welcome. It is a beautiful lens :)
  • Airinka Apr 11, 2010 @ 3:03 pm | delete
    It takes time to creat zentagles.
  • Nicky2Time Mar 30, 2010 @ 4:04 pm | delete
    What the heck is a Zentagle? Never seen the word before so I had to check it out. Very cool designs. My business frame of mind immediately went to creating T-shirts and throw pillows from these designs ( I though I was looking at throw pillows when I saw the first images on this lens). Heck, create your own zentagle, go to zazzle and show off your new zentagle on your t-shirt. You could start a group. Is there already a zentagle group?
    Good stuff!
  • theraggededge Mar 30, 2010 @ 4:17 pm | delete
    Hi Nicky, Yep, my friend has done some of mine on Zazzle and I will be doing more on my own Zazzle shop. Thanks!
  • Helen Mar 27, 2010 @ 9:04 pm | delete
    Hi a friend of mine showed me zentangle drawings, & got me hooked! so far I have done one with charcoal & also i am doing one on a wall using felt penswhich is growing! Helen
  • laurenruiz05 Mar 26, 2010 @ 9:51 pm | delete
    Okay, so...I'm gonna go make a bunch of Zentangles right now. lol. Great lense!!
  • Mother's Dream Mar 25, 2010 @ 2:22 pm | delete
    I used to doodle when I was very young. I can relate to the relaxing affect is has on a person. I can also see how this would be a great way to develop illustrative skills.
  • nelabai Mar 25, 2010 @ 3:45 am | delete
    I love zentangles my aunt drew me one and i framed it :) nice lens 5*
  • purplelady Mar 24, 2010 @ 8:18 am | delete
    What a marvelous way for me to be introduced to zentangles. I am a fan for life. I can't wait to see if I can be more creative than my usual circles and figure 8s. Awesome art and awesome lens. I'll be back. 5 tangles and 1 zen fave. Thank you.
  • KathyMcGraw Mar 13, 2010 @ 4:30 am | delete
    Oh I love this....a new fun way to doodle (which I do a lot of )....Zentangle...now I will remember this word as something fun, creative, and another way to calm my restless spirit. Blessed by an Angel :)
  • Anwarart Mar 6, 2010 @ 10:23 pm | delete
    I had heard about zentangles before in a blog I was reading, but I didn't really understand what they were. This lens is great. Your zentangles are beautiful, and I think I'll try to make one the next time I'm feeling stressed out.
  • dannystaple Feb 7, 2010 @ 8:56 am | delete
    I know at least a few people who will really love this page. I am going to have a go when doodling in meetings...
  • ChristiannaGarrett-Martin Jan 25, 2010 @ 9:11 pm | delete
    Inspirational! I have never heard of this before. Great Lens, without being too long. I could really get into this art form.

    Christianna
  • molossus Jan 25, 2010 @ 8:55 pm | delete
    Thank you for featuring my page. It's an honor to see my site listed with so many other fantastic sites.
  • Sylv Shanka Feb 25, 2010 @ 2:25 pm | delete
    you are the best!
  • Violette Jan 24, 2010 @ 11:37 am | delete
    Wow.......this is amazing.........thank you! You've inspired me to have a go at Zentangling!

    Love, violette
  • theraggededge Jan 24, 2010 @ 11:56 am | delete
    Thanks Violette! I was wondering when your next book is out? I love Journal Bliss and neeed more!
  • AlinaWarner Jan 21, 2010 @ 5:15 pm | delete
    Favorited and 5 *****
    Excellent lens.
    Thank so much for sharing this information. :)
  • TanyaWhaley Jan 21, 2010 @ 6:57 am | delete
    Very interesting information! Thanks for sharing. 5***** and Favorited.
  • Heinani Jan 18, 2010 @ 1:30 pm | delete
    I perform art as a moving meditation. I find myself immersed in Zentangle, Cat's Cradle, Knots, Loops and Labyrinths. 5 stars to your beautiful lens.
  • Pastiche Jan 18, 2010 @ 12:23 pm | delete
    I've always loved this form of doodley art ... now I have name for it. Love, love, love this lens and am rolling it and featuring it on Adult Coloring! 5*
  • traciek_23 Jan 16, 2010 @ 11:42 am | delete
    I used to do these types of doodles all the time when I was younger; never knew it had a name! I think it's time I get back in touch with my creative side and give it another go. Thanks for a great lens!
  • Kharadriisa Jan 15, 2010 @ 11:05 am | delete
    Wonderful lens well done. Blessed by an Angel :)
  • EdmondHoggeJr Jan 15, 2010 @ 12:09 am | delete
    Very creative I love these designs I may have to try some of this hehehe =) Way to go
  • loganadrian Jan 13, 2010 @ 10:15 pm | delete
    Extremely cool and beautiful
  • LaraMarlow Jan 13, 2010 @ 8:58 pm | delete
    thank you!!!!
  • MaraiyaStorm Jan 13, 2010 @ 7:41 pm | delete
    5***** and favorited great idea for a lens!
    Happy 2010 to you.
    Maraiya
  • LaraMarlow Jan 13, 2010 @ 6:12 pm | delete
    wonderful page! I think I will have to try this it sounds like a wonderful, creative, artistic wmr. I think it would be very freeing.
  • mij_fan Jan 13, 2010 @ 5:03 pm | delete
    Wow! Agreat lens on something I've NEVER heard of before. Beautiful work, and a nice angle on doodling.
  • kimmanleyort Jan 12, 2010 @ 5:28 pm | delete
    I loved this lens from the first moment I saw it. Congratulations on #1 in all of Squidoo!
  • GrowWear Jan 12, 2010 @ 11:14 am | delete
    Congratulations for #1 in all of Squidoo for Zentangle!
  • mamakat Jan 12, 2010 @ 9:49 am | delete
    Very interesting, didn't know they had a name. I've done similar doodles for years. It started several years ago when I worked at the domestic violence shelter. Part of the job was taking hot line calls, oftentimes these women just wanted to talk, and would do so for quite a long while. So, I'd doodle on a piece of scratch paper while I listened. I'd throw them away afterward. Until some of the kids in shelter spotted them. From then on, they'd all fight over who got to keep them. My niece and I even now, once in awhile sit down and make these kinds of drawings. They're fun! (I'm not an artist at all..can't draw a straight line with a ruler, but these come out pretty nice!)
  • greengardens Jan 12, 2010 @ 7:27 am | delete
    nice very nice
  • whitemoss Jan 12, 2010 @ 6:44 am | delete
    So very happy to see you LOTD ( I did "brag" about you- probably not needed though)-and now #1.
    Weren't you just having a moan the other week?!
    Very . very well done Bev!
  • theraggededge Jan 12, 2010 @ 7:48 am | delete
    Me? Moan? Never!

    Thank you! Everyone - go see where Whitemoss lives. Go on .. you've seen enough Zentangles now!
  • Pryzym Jan 12, 2010 @ 4:54 am | delete
    I agree with anayaface. lol
    Great lens! I enjoyed it.
    5stars to ya!
  • anyaface Jan 11, 2010 @ 10:55 pm | delete
    i cant believe i sat there and watched an 8 minute video on someone making a doodle..
    nice job on the lens
  • HappyValentinesDayGiftGuide Jan 11, 2010 @ 9:14 pm | delete
    I'd love to! This is an absolutely amazing and creative art form. This is the first I'm hearing of it. Glad to learn something new today. Thanks for sharing.
  • crosscreations Jan 11, 2010 @ 10:08 am | delete
    SOOOO happy for you on LOTD, ya got MY vote! LOVE these zentangles and have been playing with them. A doodler by nature, now my doodles and becoming zentangles and I scribble them everywhere, great...another obsession. Love ALL of your artwork, primo! 5*s and A+++!
  • LoKackl Jan 11, 2010 @ 9:04 am | delete
    I can see how to zentangle would be a relaxing zen and creative energy way to create. 5*/fav and congratulations on LOTD!
  • greenspirit Jan 11, 2010 @ 7:48 am | delete
    we used to spend many happy hours doing stuff like this when I was in college in the 70's. I had forgotten! Thanks for reminding me in this lovely lens, who knows, I may even find time to get out my pens and start again.
  • Paul_Soderholm Jan 11, 2010 @ 4:20 am | delete
    Oh yes, me likes! I have always been making doodles in the margins or on the backsides of documents... this is a new way I have to try! Thanks for the introduction!
  • KarateKatGraphics Jan 10, 2010 @ 11:05 pm | delete
    this lens rules! congrats on well-deserved LoTD and have a wonderful 2010 on Squidoo!
  • skiesgreen Jan 10, 2010 @ 7:52 pm | delete
    Congrats on the purple star and LOTD. This lens sets such a high standard in quality and uniqueness that it will be hard to beat. Well done and I love it.

    Norma
  • clouda9 Jan 10, 2010 @ 5:44 pm | delete
    Here I thought a doodle was a doodle...that is until I met your zentangle! Marvelous lens and congrats on LOTD!
  • SueM11 Jan 10, 2010 @ 7:04 am | delete
    Congratulations on LOTD. First time I am learning about Zentangles. You have some amazing drawings.
  • sudeep13582 Jan 10, 2010 @ 2:38 am | delete
    I never heart of zentangle, anyway.. nice informative lense.. thanks for sharing
  • GonnaFly Jan 10, 2010 @ 12:13 am | delete
    How creative! I occasionally do a similar thing but you have so many different shading techniques - not just circles, lines and cross-hatching. Congrats on LotD!
  • Wonderful_Wedding Jan 9, 2010 @ 11:46 pm | delete
    I love your lens! 5 stars from me and thanks for dropping by :)
  • TrishH Jan 9, 2010 @ 11:25 pm | delete
    OMG!!! I am so happy to have found this lens through lotd. I do these types of drawings all of the time and had no clue that they actually had a name. Beautiful drawings and I have a renewed energy in dong more of my doodles....thanks.
  • KonaGirl Jan 9, 2010 @ 10:59 pm | delete
    I use to do this in the '60's in the Haight and sell them on the street. Everyone thought I was stone! LOL! Glad to see I'm not the only one, but I never had a name for it. Thanks for putting a name to it and bringing back some awesome memories!

    Oh, and yes, awesome lens that well deserves a 5 ranking and a huge congrats for LOTD!

    Aloha!
  • EagleScoutMom Jan 9, 2010 @ 10:54 pm | delete
    Wow! You got me. I just came to check out the LOTD and 30 minutes later I have created my own Zentangle! And it looks so cool! Congrats on such a creative lens! 5 Stars!
  • O2BGlutenFree Jan 9, 2010 @ 8:45 pm | delete
    Congrats on LotD :) Great lens, and this is what I love most about Squidoo - learning about things that were completely unknown to me!
  • lightrix Jan 9, 2010 @ 8:02 pm | delete
    Very nice lense, you got me in the mood to draw now :)
  • ArtByLinda Jan 9, 2010 @ 7:02 pm | delete
    What unique artwork, I love your step by step instructions. Congrats on LOTD!
  • tsmart Jan 9, 2010 @ 6:32 pm | delete
    I remember doing this in art class in 8th grade. I don't remember if this is what they called it, but I like the new word! The art is fun as well, thanks for sharing!
  • Swagger1 Jan 9, 2010 @ 6:27 pm | delete
    Congrats on LOTD! Neat idea. Nice and informative lens.
  • Frankster Jan 9, 2010 @ 5:57 pm | delete
    Zentangles are really cool. I've never heard of them before although I've seen examples of them. Great lens and well deserving of LOTD! Bear hugs, Frankster
  • DebMartin Jan 9, 2010 @ 5:43 pm | delete
    I LOVE your zentangle. I'm eager to try my first one.
  • KarenKay Jan 9, 2010 @ 4:04 pm | delete
    How fun! I've been doing this for years - glad to know it has a name... only mine are not so neat. Will work on creating more "structured" doodles next time. Thanks for letting us know about this!
  • Income4life Jan 9, 2010 @ 3:42 pm | delete
    Congratulations for LOTD! first time I hear that word zentangle
  • sandyspider Jan 9, 2010 @ 3:15 pm | delete
    Very interesting. Congratulations on your LOTD.
  • Media_Mogul Jan 9, 2010 @ 2:58 pm | delete
    Really interesting concept for turning doodles into an art form. Congratulations on LOTD! 5 stars.
  • TheGreenerMe Jan 9, 2010 @ 2:10 pm | delete
    This looks like a lot of fun! Great work on this LOTD!
  • Samanthie Jan 9, 2010 @ 2:07 pm | delete
    Excellent lens! Thanks for sharing this great idea and congrats on being LOTD!:)
  • carolkelly Jan 9, 2010 @ 1:37 pm | delete
    This looks like fun. When I'm not drawing a particular subject, I do what I call 'Mental Test Patterns'. I've been thinking of making a lens out of them, also. You've inspired me! Kudos on your LOTD!
  • kiwisoutback Jan 9, 2010 @ 1:06 pm | delete
    I've never heard of this, but it looks interesting. Congratulations on LOTD!
  • MomwithAHook Jan 9, 2010 @ 12:43 pm | delete
    I've been doing this type of doodling since high school. I would draw a shape and fill it in with patterns -- usually during lectures -- bored -- Anyhow, <3 this and tried doing it as you instructed and I believe I have found a new hobbie. Great lens.
  • Greekgeek Jan 9, 2010 @ 12:42 pm | delete
    Writer/scholar J.R.R. Tolkien did this a lot! His notebooks, postcards and letters to friends often have odd carpet-like doodles tucked around the margins, surrounding the stamps on envelopes, etc.
  • steveffeo Jan 9, 2010 @ 12:39 pm | delete
    Wow these are beautiful very interesting lens and congrats on LOTD
  • JuneMary Jan 9, 2010 @ 12:35 pm | delete
    Lovely! You mus have lots of patience.
  • prosperity66 Jan 9, 2010 @ 12:33 pm | delete
    Congratulations on your LOTD, Bev!
  • newbizmau Jan 9, 2010 @ 11:51 am | delete
    I'm a new fan of Zentangles. It's incredible work. I'm fascinated.
  • CherylK Jan 9, 2010 @ 11:41 am | delete
    Purple Star, LOTD, Wow! Congratulations on both. What a wonderful art form...I am definitely going to try this, myself. Now I'm going to visit the links...
  • MarcBlackMedia Jan 9, 2010 @ 11:36 am | delete
    Hiya, very cool artwork you have here, loving it.
    I've been doing this type of artwork all my life and never had a name for it until now, just instinctively draw on anything in front of me. You have re-inspired the artist in me, thanks to your cool Lens.
  • Heather426 Jan 9, 2010 @ 11:25 am | delete
    just stopping by to congratulate you on LOTD!!! I nominated this lens, so WAY TO GO!
  • theraggededge Jan 9, 2010 @ 11:34 am | delete
    Oh you little tinker! Thank you so much, Heather of the Ethereal lenses!
  • HorseAndPony Jan 9, 2010 @ 11:15 am | delete
    CONGRAULATIONS on LOTD! You know how much I love this lens. What a great start to the new year.
  • OhMe Jan 9, 2010 @ 11:14 am | delete
    Congratulations for this well deserved LotD. This lens is amazing!
  • d-artist Jan 9, 2010 @ 10:31 am | delete
    congrats on LOTD...very cool lens....5*...I have done these types of doodles for years, but never knew there was a name....Thanks for sharing.
  • KNicholls Jan 9, 2010 @ 10:17 am | delete
    Congrats on LOTD! Great lens. I have a niece who loves this kind of thing and am sending this to her. I am also here to bless it.
  • GrowWear Jan 9, 2010 @ 10:12 am | delete
    Congratulations for LOTD for Zentangle!
  • happynutritionist Jan 9, 2010 @ 9:40 am | delete
    This is such a great page, back again to say congrats on LOTD!! ~claudia
  • partybuzz Jan 9, 2010 @ 9:31 am | delete
    Very interesting! I'd never heard of a zentangle before. Congratulations on LOTD!!
  • The_Party_Animal Jan 9, 2010 @ 9:01 am | delete
    Love it - I use to do stuff like this when I was younger - I doodle all the time while I work - u should see the papers on my desk. Well deserved LOTD. I may have to get into this again and will be sharing with a bunch of friends who I have known to do this as well.
  • SoyCandleLover-Maker Jan 9, 2010 @ 8:41 am | delete
    So cool. 5 stars and my congrats to you on your LotD. :D
  • LeanneChesser Jan 9, 2010 @ 8:39 am | delete
    Congrats on LOTD!
  • theraggededge Jan 9, 2010 @ 4:32 am | delete
    What a lovely surprise! :-)
  • Pukeko Jan 9, 2010 @ 4:25 am | delete
    Congratulation on LOTD!
  • stargazer00 Jan 9, 2010 @ 3:10 am | delete
    LOTD Woot!!!
  • Sylvestermouse Jan 9, 2010 @ 1:04 am | delete
    You know I love this lens! Congratulations on Lens of the Day!!

    Angel Blessed!
  • KimGiancaterino Jan 8, 2010 @ 10:24 pm | delete
    Congratulations on your purple star and Giant badge!
  • LeanneChesser Jan 8, 2010 @ 3:56 pm | delete
    Bev, I love this lens and I'm enjoying learning how to Zentangle. I'm also back to bless this terrific lens!
  • arncyn Jan 8, 2010 @ 1:57 pm | delete
    Squidoo definitely needs to be populated by tons more wonderful lenses like this one! I'm back to give it a little boost because I strongly feel that it needs to be seen by more people! *blessed by an angel*
  • theraggededge Jan 8, 2010 @ 2:03 pm | delete
    Thank you!
  • TheWhistler Jan 8, 2010 @ 1:48 pm | delete
    An interesting lens. I have never heard of Zentagnale. It looks as if it is very contemplative.
  • rms Jan 8, 2010 @ 9:18 am | delete
    Congratulations new Giant!
  • Evelyn_Saenz Jan 8, 2010 @ 8:08 am | delete
    Zentangles look like lots of fun. I bet they would be great on Zazzle.

    Congratulations on your well deserved Purple Star as well as making Giant Squid.
  • luvmyludwig Jan 8, 2010 @ 7:40 am | delete
    I knew you'd make Giant! Congrats! :)
  • HorseAndPony Jan 7, 2010 @ 3:57 pm | delete
    Congratulations on your purple star! We love to Zentangle!
  • vanidiana Jan 7, 2010 @ 3:39 pm | delete
    It must take a hard work to create one, beautiful art...!
  • pkmcr Jan 7, 2010 @ 3:24 pm | delete
    That new Giant lens and that amazing purple star look very good together! Way To Go Bev! :-)
  • theraggededge Jan 7, 2010 @ 3:28 pm | delete
    Oh it's so pretty in purple! Thanks Paul! Oooh... am all excited!
  • Jan 6, 2010 @ 8:47 pm | delete
    What an awesome lens! great read! 5 *****'s and favorited! Happy New Year!
  • kimark421 Jan 6, 2010 @ 6:24 pm | delete
    I believe you should learn somethng new everyday. Well, today I learned about Zentangles! Cool lens. 5*s
  • paperfacets Jan 2, 2010 @ 2:15 pm | delete
    This reminds me of days when I read Alan Watts.
  • LubosLabik Jan 1, 2010 @ 1:53 pm | delete
    I'll try it. Nice lens.
  • dagsmith Jan 1, 2010 @ 11:51 am | delete
    Awesome Lens! A very creative lens! 5**** and an Squidoo Blessing.
  • stacy_mcdaniel Dec 27, 2009 @ 10:46 am | delete
    Cool lens! Looks like fun. I'll have to give it a try.
  • Laniann Dec 23, 2009 @ 4:21 am | delete
    Congratulations, on being selected as one of the 2009 Giant Squid Award Winners for your lens on
  • theraggededge Dec 22, 2009 @ 4:21 pm | delete
    Thanks Mimi and Healthlady. Much appreciated.
  • theraggededge Dec 22, 2009 @ 4:20 pm | delete
    Hey Susan... I should think they'd be very pleased. This lens has sent 200 potential and hopefully very keen customers to their site in the last three months. You can find Zentangle/doodle instructions and videos all over the web.

    Thanks for your visit and comment.
  • Susan Dec 22, 2009 @ 2:20 pm | delete
    What do Rick and Maria think about your posting of their concepts nand instructions? They sell kits and a CD.
  • GrowWear Dec 22, 2009 @ 2:01 pm | delete
    Congratulations for Zentangle, 2009 Best Potential Giant Lens!
  • The_Health_Lady Dec 22, 2009 @ 11:39 am | delete
    Congratulations on being a winner in the 2009 Giant Squid Awards! This is such a fun lens.
  • bdkz Dec 21, 2009 @ 5:46 pm | delete
    Congratulations on being a winner in the 2009 Giant Squid Awards! http://www.squidoo.com/2009-giant-squid-award-winners#module74878351
  • theraggededge Dec 21, 2009 @ 6:21 pm | delete
    Thank you Bonnie! I am thrilled to bits... what a lovely Christmas present!
  • ZOLTAR69 Dec 15, 2009 @ 11:16 pm | delete
    Thanks for your nice comments on my first lens (GRACEVISIONS). I am amazed at all the great work everyone does here. I hope to contribute more soon. Never give up, never say die!
  • Heather426 Dec 15, 2009 @ 3:30 pm | delete
    OMG! I have been doing this all my life, just didn't know it had a name.. I remember doing them when I was 4! They are all over my notes everywhere, as I do borders constantly! 5* and blessed!
  • Pukeko Dec 8, 2009 @ 7:39 pm | delete
    I'm with Pamela on this one, we are going to give a try as a homeschool art project
  • JoyfulPamela Dec 6, 2009 @ 4:37 pm | delete
    This looks like so much fun! I think this will have to be our homeschool art activity this week. :D
  • Laniann Dec 4, 2009 @ 7:05 pm | delete
    Congratulations on being nominated for the 2009 Giant Squid Awards. These are very beautiful. I enjoyed reading your lens and watching all the videos.
  • Upon-Request Dec 4, 2009 @ 2:22 pm | delete
    This I have to try! Zentangles are very cool :)
  • azpoppy Dec 4, 2009 @ 12:13 pm | delete
    This is an update to my earlier comment. :-) I showed this page to my 11 year old son and afterward, he happily spend a couple of hours drawing zentangles. I only had basic printing paper and a Sharpie marker so I plan to go out and pick up some heavier paper and some of the Micron markers to put in his Christmas stocking. He loves to draw and this gives him another outlet for that creative energy.
  • theraggededge Dec 4, 2009 @ 12:23 pm | delete
    Wow! I wish I could get mine drawing for a couple of hours! Tell your son I would love to see some of his one day soon.
  • mukunda22 Dec 3, 2009 @ 8:17 am | delete
    I love to doodle, but this is a wonderful form of doddling-moodling-allowing the mind to wander!!

    ####blessed####
  • AnnRadley Dec 2, 2009 @ 7:43 pm | delete
    This looks relaxing, almost meditative. Thank you - I had never heard of a zentangle before, and plan to try one!
  • thesuccess Dec 1, 2009 @ 9:40 am | delete
    #22 lens, no that was yesterday today #16 wow. I love to draw so hope to create my own Zentangles , and congrats on your nomination!!
  • WordCustard Dec 1, 2009 @ 2:56 am | delete
    These are amazing. Yes, I'd love to give zentangles a go. Clearly a very deserving Giant Squid Award nomination - best of luck!
  • ImproveMeU Nov 30, 2009 @ 1:23 pm | delete
    I loved your beautiful and creative lens. 5* thank you for sharing
  • Wordwinder Nov 30, 2009 @ 9:52 am | delete
    Wow! The Zentangles are beautiful! I will try a few on the computer.
  • azpoppy Nov 30, 2009 @ 12:55 am | delete
    These look like a lot of fun and I plan to try doing one soon. I can see how relaxing they might be to do. I am also going to show this to my 11 year old son. Thanks for sharing.
  • Heinani Nov 29, 2009 @ 11:10 pm | delete
    Aloha, I love the art of Zentangle. Mahalo for bringing it to my attention with your beautiful Squidoo lens. You have my vote and 5 stars too. I work with Hawaiian string figures as a spiritual and healing practice. The art of Zentangle will be an addition to my practice.
  • happynutritionist Nov 29, 2009 @ 3:56 pm | delete
    This is something I have never heard of, which comes as a surprise to me with so many artists in the family...so beautiful...art is relaxing...even simply coloring in a coloring. Congratulations on the nomination for the 2009 Giant Squid Awards! ~claudia
  • Kapalbility Nov 29, 2009 @ 1:59 pm | delete
    Ooh! That is intricate!
  • arncyn Nov 29, 2009 @ 10:31 am | delete
    Lovely art! I always see Zentangles but I never knew what they were called until now. Good luck at the Squid Awards! (:
  • skiesgreen Nov 28, 2009 @ 9:41 pm | delete
    This is a great lens and completely new to me. I will certainly be giving it a go as its gorgeous in design and quality. 5* fave and lens rolled
  • prosperity66 Nov 28, 2009 @ 7:34 am | delete
    Very well crafted lens!
    Congrats on your nomination to 2009 Giant Squid Awards!
    Dom.
  • theraggededge Nov 28, 2009 @ 8:35 am | delete
    I had no idea! Thanks for letting me know. x
  • crosscreations Nov 25, 2009 @ 11:13 pm | delete
    LOVE this! Never even heard of the word zentangle, but ya know I'm an obsessed doodler and think I'm a natural at this. Halfway through your page I was grabbing paper and pen to try some of the designs. I doodle when I'm bored, had the most gorgeous notes in college with crazy designs everywhere and then notes all around and inside of 'em! Some of my best doodles are when I'm not trying really, like I'm on the phone and start doodling while I'm talking and then hang up and think WOW! that's a GOOD one!!! Smiles! 5*s and A+ and lensrolling to some of my artsy pages. Best 2U!
  • Themiscorkscrew Nov 25, 2009 @ 7:31 pm | delete
    This site is awesome!
  • WebSpinstress Nov 24, 2009 @ 2:16 pm | delete
    I find your art journal pages very inspiring - what a great idea! I was also unaware of what a Zentangle or Zen Doodle referred to until I ran into your lens and I find it fascinating how many people seem to doodle this way. Favorited, and lensrolling to my Oriental Tribal artwork because it's the closest thing I can relate to. ;-)
  • alexkazam Nov 24, 2009 @ 9:41 am | delete
    I like it-
    it's a new angle
    called a zentangle!
  • JaguarJulie Nov 23, 2009 @ 4:51 pm | delete
    What an interesting and unique idea. I had never heard the term, zentangle before my visit today.
  • Nov 23, 2009 @ 2:16 am | delete
    so that's wut u call it, zentangles! I saw this girl doing this while we were doing this extras gig.. she didn't know what to call it either. we decided to just call it "that's like tattoo art" 5*
  • lasertek Nov 22, 2009 @ 7:02 pm | delete
    Wow! This is very interesting. I'm no artist but I think I can do a zentangle. Thanks for sharing.

    Visit my lenses as well if you got time. Thanks again
  • BigGirlBlue Nov 21, 2009 @ 2:26 pm | delete
    This is amazing! Mainly because I have spent many hours doing this since highschool. I still have a few of my old ones. And I still do it occasionally. I had no idea there was an actual name for it. Thanks!
  • eclecticeducation Nov 19, 2009 @ 11:59 pm | delete
    I had to come and see this lens that I heard so much about!!! Great lens! love it! :)
  • Jewelsofawe Nov 19, 2009 @ 11:56 pm | delete
    Cool! This goes with the journaling lens you have that I love so much! I am going to lensroll it to my Why write a journal lens.
  • luvmyludwig Nov 19, 2009 @ 7:01 pm | delete
    This is really cool! I love it! Now I know what I want to do for the space above my couch. A Giant Zentangle perhaps....
    ***Blessed***
  • sema Nov 19, 2009 @ 12:05 am | delete
    I too find doodling meditative and realizing it can be developed to an art form is exciting.Thank you for the informative lens.
    sema
  • Sandy Bartholomew Nov 18, 2009 @ 8:52 pm | delete
    Thank you for featuring my blog! And for mentioning the NH Magazine article. I love your tangled journal pages. If you read Cloth Paper Scissors Magazine, I have an article in the current issue about Zentangles and journals!
  • theraggededge Nov 19, 2009 @ 3:48 am | delete
    Thank YOU, Sandy. I hope the visitors to this page will jump straight over to Beez in the Belfry!
  • Ramkitten Nov 18, 2009 @ 11:38 am | delete
    So, THAT's what a Zentagle is! How neat! My husband is going to love this. And now I have the term for a lot of the artwork he creates, because it's at least similar to this, especially the doodles he makes in his sketchbook. He'll listen to "space music" and draw designs. Me, I'm usually too busy typing to doodle anymore, but "back in the day" I used to do zen-like doodles all over my notebook covers in school. Anyhow, great lens and congrats on top 100!
  • Tipi Nov 18, 2009 @ 12:13 pm | delete
    This is real nice isn't Deb? ~ I enjoyed a very relaxing time visiting here. I'm an artist and really like to doodle, these are very nice designs. Thank you for making this interesting place to visit. Congratulations in getting into the top 100! I hope that a Squid Angel blessing will help. ~ Best wishes for the holidays and Happy Thanksgiving.
    Susie
  • theraggededge Nov 18, 2009 @ 12:35 pm | delete
    Thank you!
  • ChapelHillFiddler Nov 18, 2009 @ 6:02 am | delete
    Lovely. I used to fill half-pages with these when I was in high school bored out of my mind.
  • mbgphoto Nov 17, 2009 @ 8:20 am | delete
    This is really cool! I love to doodle. This looks like a fun idea! Blessed by a SquidAngel
  • lou16 Nov 17, 2009 @ 6:37 am | delete
    Lovely lens, this is something that I've been doing for a while, I just didn't know there was a name for it other than 'mom's doodling again!' Now I can tell them I'm designing zentangles :)
  • Qualitee Nov 17, 2009 @ 3:39 am | delete
    Just wanted you to know that I have been so inspired by your zentangle lens that I shall be designing a zentangle for my t-shirts.............thank you, you really are an inspiration.
  • kimmanleyort Nov 16, 2009 @ 10:11 pm | delete
    Very cool examples and great how-to also.
  • OhMe Nov 16, 2009 @ 8:49 pm | delete
    I had no idea what Zentangles were until I read this wonderful lens. I think I might have to give it a try. Blessed by a Squid Angel.
  • drifter0658 Nov 16, 2009 @ 8:19 pm | delete
    Very cool! I just saw this technique used in a movie. Some chick was getting letters delivered that where covered in Zentangles. Didn't know what they were until just now ;)

    Smell the smoke of a burn-out blessing?
  • theraggededge Nov 16, 2009 @ 5:22 pm | delete
    Thank you Mimi and Holley! And a big kiss to Welshalex cos he's my boy!
  • 24websurf Nov 16, 2009 @ 5:08 pm | delete
    I had never heard of this but the effect is beautiful! ~ Blessed by a Squid angel ~
  • GrowWear Nov 16, 2009 @ 2:42 pm | delete
    Thank you for introducing me to Zentangles. Angel blessed. :)
  • welshalex Nov 16, 2009 @ 6:28 am | delete
    wow cool zens must give it a go!!
  • Marelisa Nov 15, 2009 @ 11:40 pm | delete
    I just did the zendala in the video, it was a lot of fun!
  • theraggededge Nov 16, 2009 @ 9:37 am | delete
    Thanks for featuring me on your blog, Marelisa. Have blogged about your blog too! Bloggedy blog! Blogging on the Ragged Edge.
  • Nov 13, 2009 @ 1:35 pm | delete
    This is a really awesome page. I want to try Zentangling tonight. I doodle quite a bit and have done a Zendala which I really loved. Used to do free form mandalas. First time seeing a Zentangle and can't wait to try. Thank you for the clear step-by-step instructions. This looks so fun.
  • hlkljgk Nov 6, 2009 @ 2:40 pm | delete
    very cool - can't wait to try it!
  • Comfortdoc Nov 1, 2009 @ 9:40 am | delete
    Thank you for including the Mandala Gifts for Children, Teens and Adults with your Zentangle lens. Will be lensrolling this one to the Mandala Gifts.
  • Ener-G Oct 31, 2009 @ 9:29 pm | delete
    Angel blessings...Love this lens, love your creativity, sense of writing voice and so much more!
  • HorseAndPony Oct 20, 2009 @ 6:39 pm | delete
    I love this. We are going to Zentangle tonight.
  • Treasures-By-Brenda Oct 5, 2009 @ 8:22 am | delete
    Very interesting! Blessed by a SquidAngel and emailed to my son who loves to sketch.
  • Rajays Oct 4, 2009 @ 5:46 am | delete
    A very interesting lens. I learnt something new here. Blessed by a Squid Angel.
  • lakern26 Oct 1, 2009 @ 11:47 pm | delete
    This is so cool! It seems like such a simple idea, yet it's so artistic. Great lens!
  • Qualitee Sep 30, 2009 @ 6:19 pm | delete
    Absolutely amazing! Definite 5*

    I doodled a circle of £ symbols the other day. Even though they were pound signs did not look anywhere near as good as your zentangles.
  • oztoo Sep 30, 2009 @ 2:38 pm | delete
    I used to "doodle" with effects similar to this. Never knew it had a name. Fascinating lens.
  • jangamm Sep 30, 2009 @ 2:04 am | delete
    I wonder what a handwriting analyst would make of your zentangles? Beautiful and fascinating as always...
  • Sylvestermouse Sep 29, 2009 @ 12:57 pm | delete
    Totally awesome! Such an unusual craft! i love it, Thanks!
  • CreativeArtist Sep 29, 2009 @ 11:23 am | delete
    Great idea! Lensrolled to Art Instruction lens.

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