Zendala Dare #50

So what do you think of the new look?  I felt it was time to classy up this blog.  The last template, while ok, never felt quite right to me and I am not a fan of the color blue so I'm not sure why I chose those colors in the first place for my old template.  This new look is way more me.  And no, I didn't draw the flowers.  I was just lucky enough to stumble upon a Zentangle like motif with a blog style that I liked.

A few weeks ago I had a heart to heart with myself (which was difficult since I only have one heart, haha) about what I wanted for the future of this blog.  What I decided is that first and foremost,  I want it to be a resource.  I love collecting, organizing and re-purposing information that I find, especially from the internet, and I think this blog is an excellent vehicle for that.  Of course, I will be primarily focusing on Zentangle, but also including a few of my other favorite subjects like crafting, healthy living, and cooking.

Over the next 2 weeks I will be introducing you to some new features of my blog.  Today I would like to direct you to the new "Tangle Links" tab at the top of the blog.  Since starting the Zendala Dare I get a lot of emails asking which tangles I use in my tiles.  Even though the tangles are listed below each photo many people, especially those new to Zentangle, have difficulty deciding which is which.  I decided to provide a link, whenever possible, for all the tangles I have used.  I think you will find it a valuable resource for finding new tangles and a wealth of inspiration.  Please read the information I have posted on that page before reposting.  

Zendala Dare #50

Link to Zendala Dare #50 Templates

This template is a bit of a departure for me.  I have masked the edges so they are hidden at the edge of the circle.  I have always liked this style but it can be a little difficult to master but I think this is an interesting first attempt.  Here's what I did with it:

Tangles:  Printemps, Tipple, Courant

My first vision for this tile involved filling every space, but as is the nature of Zentangle, my primary vision is not what I ended up with.  And thats ok.  I started with the middle circle, then the star points, and finally ended with the Printemps around the edge.  Once I had the Printemps in place I liked the negative space that was left behind so I decided not to fill it.    All in all, I think its a pretty good attempt.

I hope you all have a fabulous week and enjoy the new blog!