Monthly Archives: January 2016

Diva Challenge #252 – Tangle Within A Tangle

Diva Challenge #252 Entry
Tile for Diva Challenge #252 (Tangles: Rosewood, Lap)

This week’s Diva challenge is another in her String Theory series. The Diva is challenging participants to chose a tangle to use as a string, and then to tangle within that string. As she puts it, “it’s like Inception… but with tangles”.

After a reasonably thorough search through many existing tangles, I settled on Rosewood and Lap. Rosewood was originated by Sandra Strait and  a step out is available here on her blog. Lap comes to us from Lizzie Mayne. A step out can be found here.

I liked the idea of Rosewood as a frame, and then to have Lap in the center. Lap is a lot like Hollibaugh, but creates a cool woven effect. Thanks to the Diva for another fun challenge!

 

 

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Diva Challenge #251 – Moebius Syndrome Awareness Day

Diva Challenge #231 Entry
Tile for Diva Challenge #251 (Tangles: Hua, Snafoozle)

January 24th is Moebius Syndrome Awareness Day. The Diva’s youngest son Artoo was diagnosed with Moebius Syndrome at birth. The disorder affects the nerves, and is not well known by the general public. To help raise awareness of the disorder the Diva is asking participants to use the Moebius Syndrome Foundation‘s logo as a string for this week’s challenge. Please read Laura’s post here to learn more.

I wanted to keep my tile simple, so I chose two tangles: Hua and Snafoozle. Both were new to me. Hua is a lovely pattern by Mei Hua Teng CZT (Damy), and a step out is available here. Snafoozle is a pretty tangle by Sandy Hunter CZT and is very versatile. A step out can be found here on Sandy’s blog.

I am happy to artistically support this cause, and I hope that the challenge is successful in creating more awareness of Moebius Syndrome. Best wishes to Artoo, Laura, and the rest of their family.

 

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Diva Challenge #250 – Bringing It Back to the Old School

Diva Challenge #250 Entry
Tile for Diva Challenge #250 (8C, Finery, Paradox, Printemps)

For this week’s challenge the Diva asks participants to get back to the roots of Zentangle. As she notes in her blog post, the goal is a  “return to the ceremony” of tangling. Rather than debating what size tile to use, or to select a color, or any of that, the idea is to pay close attention to the process. After all, Zentangle is a mindful art form which improves focus and helps with relaxation.

Using a standard white 3.5″ square tile, black pen, and pencil, I created the above piece.  My string was simple and divided the area into triangles, squares, and rectangles. I had not drawn 8C before and wanted to try it. In the lower sections I chose to go with official tangles: Finery, Paradox, and Printemps.

As always, thanks to the Diva for another great challenge. Getting back to basics is always a good exercise.

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Diva Challenge #249 – Celebrate with Diva Dance and Auraknot

Diva Challenge #249 Entry
Tile for Diva Challenge #249. with Auraknot and Diva Dance.

The Diva is kicking off 2016 with a Duotangle challenge. We are asked to create a tile using the official Zentangle patterns Auraknot and Diva Dance. Step outs are available here and here.

It is good to be getting back into a tangle routine following the holidays! I hope that you all enjoyed the holiday season with family and friends! Best wishes to everyone for a bright and wonderful new year!

My tile consists of a large Auraknot in the center, surrounded by Diva Dance along the sides. Thanks to Laura for another fun challenge.

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