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Today we are talking about the "spark of joy" that prompted our podcast and the enthusiasm and energy we gain from having creative conversations.  We also examine change and transition - what feeds us through different seasons of life and the search for community and fulfillment.  We want to hear from you - our listeners - what feeds you? what do you treasure about TanglePod?  Let us know! Just email us at:   Contact@tanglepod.com.    

Hollibranch is a fun variation of the tangle Hollibaugh.  In this episode we talk about playing with a new twist on an old favorite.    RESOURCES Paper Rock Studio: Day 35: 365 Daily Project - Instructions (new tangle Hollibranch) (laralina-tangleware.blogspot.com)    ABOUT TANGLEPOD: TanglePod is hosted by Juliette and Kellie, two Seattle area residents who found each other through a common interest in the feeling of well-being that comes with creativity. Every time we meet, we find ourselves conversing on a variety of topics that center on creativity, focused mind time, how to get our creative flow going again, adding balance to our day and mindfulness to our life. TanglePod came out of the idea that this might be a way to share our enthusiasm with others to help them spark their creativity. We are both Certified Zentangle® Teachers. As Zentangle teachers – we meet a lot of our own creative needs by regularly practicing the Zentangle Method ® and find that we can apply a lot of the elements of Zentangle to other aspects of our life. We also enjoy sharing this experience with our students and now are thrilled to be able to do so with our listeners.

Its springtime, which means spring break and hopefully a transition from the cold dark days of winter to the brighter days of spring. We took a little time off this week and share with you an archive episode Min-Max or Balance.  With each new season we have the opportunity to readjust and find better balance in our days.   Enjoy and we will be back next week!   Juliette and Kellie

Curious about the Project Packs that Zentangle puts out? We chat about our favorite projects, how we like to engage with the instruction and the fun of learning from Zentangle Inc. directly.    Find out more here: Project Packs – Zentangle

In this episode we talk about line tangles, tangos, practice and so much more in our exploration of the Zentangle Method!   SHOW NOTES Tangles Explored: Hollibaugh Pokeroot Wayfore Tipple  

We are excited to be joined for a lively conversation about the philosophy of The Zentangle Method with the team behind ConZentric - Katharina and Jennifer.     SHOW NOTES: Find out more about European certification:  www.conzentric.art Purchase Zentangle supplies in Europe: www.tanglekunst.de    

Each step of The Zentangle Method has an important place in the process to bring you to the focus and relaxation that is so wonderful about the practice.  In this episode, Juliette and Kellie dive into the seemingly simple step of the Corner Dots.  Listen in to how these small pencil marks can be the launch pad to some time spent with intention, focus and relaxation. 

We love to find the cadence and breath in our tangling sessions. Putting a little intentional focus to determine a rhythm with each tangle can enhance your practice, sense of calm and increase focus.    MENTIONS:  Baton: Open Seed Arts: Baton Steps  Swarm: News from Zentangle (constantcontact.com)    

What we read can indirectly influence our creativity, and often little snippets of advise, wisdom or inspiration can come from unexpected sources.    MENTIONS:  Sorry I'm later I didn't want to come by  Jessica Pan  Local Color by Mimi Robinson    LINKS:  Find Kellie @ www.soundtangle.com Find Juliette @ www.artsamuse.com  

As our creativity changes with the seasons, we have favorite creative pursuits that return and discuss how we combat the doldrums of winter as we wait for spring to come.   Learn about the #misfittileproject and start digging through your unfinished tiles!    MENTIONS:  Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer:  Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (TV Movie 1964) - IMDb  Misfit Tile Project: The Misfit Tile Project | SoundTangle  Useful list of Zentangle Challenges and creative prompts - ArtsAmuse    ZENTANGLE EVENTS:  Tanglefolie in English: https://artsamuse.com/tanglefolie-english  Tanglefolie in French: https://artsamuse.com/tanglefolie  Women Tangle Week challenge Doc Download link: Women Tangle Week 3rd Edition_Eng.pdf - Google Drive     

We are so excited to have Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas, founders of The Zentangle Method join us in our virtual studio today - to talk about creative inspiration and how Zentangle has impacted their lives.  Hear inspirational stories of how students have reacted to learning the Zentangle Method, and some of the history behind this amazing, accessible artform.   MENTIONS: Learn – Zentangle- Learn more about Rick and Maria, and The Zentangle Method     RESOURCES: www.tanglepod.com  - sign up for our newsletter www.artsamuse.com - Juliette's classes and news www.soundtangle.com - Kellie's musings and activities  

Winter is a time of hibernation and slowing down. In this episode Juliette and Kellie take a look at their favorite winter tangles, what makes them feel like winter and what winter brings for creative practice.    MENTIONS:  How to draw RUMPUS « TanglePatterns.com  How to draw ARUKAS « TanglePatterns.com  How to draw DOODAH « TanglePatterns.com  How to draw STRIPING « TanglePatterns.com    EVENTS  Zenuari 2023 | Facebook   A Fragment of Your Imagination 2023 – TangleatioNZ    Valentangle – HappyTangling   Festina Lente 2022 - Zentangle Inspired project | Facebook     RESOURCES:  www.tanglepod.com  - sign up for our newsletter  www.artsamuse.com - Juliette's classes and news  www.soundtangle.com - Kellie's musings and activities 

Season 6 will explore how our creativity flows with the seasons of the year, and the seasons of our lives.  We introduce some new segments of the podcast to help share news of whats going on the Zentangle community world wide.    MENTIONS: Get Started – Zentangle - 8 Steps of the Zentangle Method contact@tanglepod.com - let us know about your upcoming events!   RESOURCES: www.tanglepod.com  - sign up for our newsletter www.artsamuse.com - Juliette's classes and news www.soundtangle.com - Kellie's musings and activities

Juliette and Kellie look back on the 5th season of TanglePod and some of the highlights they took away from the conversations, recommendations and exercises.  MENTIONS: BLOG - Barbara Patterson    RESOURCES: www.tanglepod.com  - sign up for our newsletter www.artsamuse.com - Juliette's classes and news www.soundtangle.com - Kellie's musings and activities  

Patterns, Patterns Everywhere! We see them and love to deconstruct them into easy step outs. Learn about this fun twist on your Zentangle practice.  In four episodes we are exploring the theme of Inspiration, where we find it, how we organize it and ideas for igniting a spark on darker days.  From books and resources, to exercises and reflections, we will discuss how we can make small changes to our thoughts to have a better understanding and positive impact on our creativity. 

Some of our current favorite books and resources that are bringing us inspiration right now.  In four episodes we are exploring the theme of Inspiration, where we find it, how we organize it and ideas for igniting a spark on darker days.  From books and resources, to exercises and reflections, we will discuss how we can make small changes to our thoughts to have a better understanding and positive impact on our creativity. 

Take a Tangling Walk with us in this Inspration Exercise episode, with printems, static and pokeroot. In four episodes we are exploring the theme of Inspiration, where we find it, how we organize it and ideas for igniting a spark on darker days.  From books and resources, to exercises and reflections, we will discuss how we can make small changes to our thoughts to have a better understanding and positive impact on our creativity. 

In four episodes we are exploring the theme of Inspiration, where we find it, how we organize it and ideas for igniting a spark on darker days.  From books and resources, to exercises and reflections, we will discuss how we can make small changes to our thoughts to have a better understanding and positive impact on our creativity. 

In this liminal week, where time seems to slow down, please enjoy this archive episode SPARKLE. We wish you inspiration and creativity for the New Year.    Juliette and Kellie

In four episodes we are exploring the theme of Kindness, in particular kindness to yourself.  From books and resources, to exercises and reflections, we will discuss how we can make small changes to our thoughts to have a better understanding and positive impact on our creativity. 

In four episodes we are exploring the theme of Kindness, in particular kindness to yourself.  From books and resources, to exercises and reflections, we will discuss how we can make small changes to our thoughts to have a better understanding and positive impact on our creativity.    Show Notes: Braiding Sweetgrass - Robin Wall Kimmerer Self Compassion, Kristin Neff Poem: All things pass, Lau-Tzu

In four episodes we are exploring the theme of Kindness, in particular kindness to yourself.  From books and resources, to exercises and reflections, we will discuss how we can make small changes to our thoughts to have a better understanding and positive impact on our creativity. 

In four episodes we are exploring the theme of Kindness, in particular kindness to yourself.  From books and resources, to exercises and reflections, we will discuss how we can make small changes to our thoughts to have a better understanding and positive impact on our creativity.    Show Notes: Correction does much, but encouragement does more.”  —Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749-1832)  Philosopher, Scientist, Author 

In four episodes we are exploring the theme of Inner Resources.   From books and resources, to exercises and reflections, we will discuss how we can make small changes to our thoughts to have a better understanding and positive impact on our creativity.    Show Notes:   How to Sit – Thich Nhat Hanh  Four Agreements – Don Miguel Ruiz  Poem: Lineage Margaret Walker 

In four episodes we are exploring the theme of Inner Resources.   From books and resources, to exercises and reflections, we will discuss how we can make small changes to our thoughts to have a better understanding and positive impact on our creativity. 

In four episodes we are exploring the theme of Inner Resources.   From books and resources, to exercises and reflections, we will discuss how we can make small changes to our thoughts to have a better understanding and positive impact on our creativity. 

In four episodes we are exploring the theme of Inner Resources.   From books and resources, to exercises and reflections, we will discuss how we can make small changes to our thoughts to have a better understanding and positive impact on our creativity. 

Tangle Festival: 31 Days of Breath and Focus  Today's Tangle:  Sprigkle-click through to episode webpage for step outs Join TanglePod for a month of finding the ways to slow down with breath and focus with each of 31 different tangles.  We are focusing on the specific cadence that you can find, and how to use each one to encourage your practice to slow down and be in the moment.  Juliette and Kellie often find different approaches to tangles, and in these short conversations will provide tips on approaching each tangle with focus in mind.  Use your journal, tiles or scratch paper and play with these exercises to see how you can find your rhythm too.      

Tangle Festival: 31 Days of Breath and Focus  Today's Tangle:  Dewd -click through to episode webpage for step outs Join TanglePod for a month of finding the ways to slow down with breath and focus with each of 31 different tangles.  We are focusing on the specific cadence that you can find, and how to use each one to encourage your practice to slow down and be in the moment.  Juliette and Kellie often find different approaches to tangles, and in these short conversations will provide tips on approaching each tangle with focus in mind.  Use your journal, tiles or scratch paper and play with these exercises to see how you can find your rhythm too.      

Tangle Festival: 31 Days of Breath and Focus  Today's Tangle:  Doo Dah --click through to episode webpage for step outs Join TanglePod for a month of finding the ways to slow down with breath and focus with each of 31 different tangles.  We are focusing on the specific cadence that you can find, and how to use each one to encourage your practice to slow down and be in the moment.  Juliette and Kellie often find different approaches to tangles, and in these short conversations will provide tips on approaching each tangle with focus in mind.  Use your journal, tiles or scratch paper and play with these exercises to see how you can find your rhythm too.    

Tangle Festival: 31 Days of Breath and Focus  Today's Tangle:  Arukas-- click through to episode webpage for step outs Join TanglePod for a month of finding the ways to slow down with breath and focus with each of 31 different tangles.  We are focusing on the specific cadence that you can find, and how to use each one to encourage your practice to slow down and be in the moment.  Juliette and Kellie often find different approaches to tangles, and in these short conversations will provide tips on approaching each tangle with focus in mind.  Use your journal, tiles or scratch paper and play with these exercises to see how you can find your rhythm too.      

Tangle Festival: 31 Days of Breath and Focus  Today's Tangle:  Quib-- click through to episode webpage for step outs Join TanglePod for a month of finding the ways to slow down with breath and focus with each of 31 different tangles.  We are focusing on the specific cadence that you can find, and how to use each one to encourage your practice to slow down and be in the moment.  Juliette and Kellie often find different approaches to tangles, and in these short conversations will provide tips on approaching each tangle with focus in mind.  Use your journal, tiles or scratch paper and play with these exercises to see how you can find your rhythm too.      

Tangle Festival: 31 Days of Breath and Focus  Today's Tangle:  Xircus - click through to episode webpage for step outs Join TanglePod for a month of finding the ways to slow down with breath and focus with each of 31 different tangles.  We are focusing on the specific cadence that you can find, and how to use each one to encourage your practice to slow down and be in the moment.  Juliette and Kellie often find different approaches to tangles, and in these short conversations will provide tips on approaching each tangle with focus in mind.  Use your journal, tiles or scratch paper and play with these exercises to see how you can find your rhythm too.      

Tangle Festival: 31 Days of Breath and Focus  Today's Tangle:  My-Celium click through to the episode webpage for stepouts Join TanglePod for a month of finding the ways to slow down with breath and focus with each of 31 different tangles.  We are focusing on the specific cadence that you can find, and how to use each one to encourage your practice to slow down and be in the moment.  Juliette and Kellie often find different approaches to tangles, and in these short conversations will provide tips on approaching each tangle with focus in mind.  Use your journal, tiles or scratch paper and play with these exercises to see how you can find your rhythm too.      

Tangle Festival: 31 Days of Breath and Focus  Today's Tangle:  Auraknot- click through to episode webpage for step outs Join TanglePod for a month of finding the ways to slow down with breath and focus with each of 31 different tangles.  We are focusing on the specific cadence that you can find, and how to use each one to encourage your practice to slow down and be in the moment.  Juliette and Kellie often find different approaches to tangles, and in these short conversations will provide tips on approaching each tangle with focus in mind.  Use your journal, tiles or scratch paper and play with these exercises to see how you can find your rhythm too.    

Tangle Festival: 31 Days of Breath and Focus  Today's Tangle: Strickles-click through to episode webpage for stepouts Join TanglePod for a month of finding the ways to slow down with breath and focus with each of 31 different tangles.  We are focusing on the specific cadence that you can find, and how to use each one to encourage your practice to slow down and be in the moment.  Juliette and Kellie often find different approaches to tangles, and in these short conversations will provide tips on approaching each tangle with focus in mind.  Use your journal, tiles or scratch paper and play with these exercises to see how you can find your rhythm too.    

Tangle Festival: 31 Days of Breath and Focus  Today's Tangle: Zinger-click through to episode webpage for step outs Join TanglePod for a month of finding the ways to slow down with breath and focus with each of 31 different tangles.  We are focusing on the specific cadence that you can find, and how to use each one to encourage your practice to slow down and be in the moment.  Juliette and Kellie often find different approaches to tangles, and in these short conversations will provide tips on approaching each tangle with focus in mind.  Use your journal, tiles or scratch paper and play with these exercises to see how you can find your rhythm too.      

Tangle Festival: 31 Days of Breath and Focus  Today's Tangle:  Tagh-click through to webpage for step out Join TanglePod for a month of finding the ways to slow down with breath and focus with each of 31 different tangles.  We are focusing on the specific cadence that you can find, and how to use each one to encourage your practice to slow down and be in the moment.  Juliette and Kellie often find different approaches to tangles, and in these short conversations will provide tips on approaching each tangle with focus in mind.  Use your journal, tiles or scratch paper and play with these exercises to see how you can find your rhythm too.  

Tangle Festival: 31 Days of Breath and Focus  Today's Tangle:  Ludlow - click through to episode webpage for step outs Join TanglePod for a month of finding the ways to slow down with breath and focus with each of 31 different tangles.  We are focusing on the specific cadence that you can find, and how to use each one to encourage your practice to slow down and be in the moment.  Juliette and Kellie often find different approaches to tangles, and in these short conversations will provide tips on approaching each tangle with focus in mind.  Use your journal, tiles or scratch paper and play with these exercises to see how you can find your rhythm too.      

Tangle Festival: 31 Days of Breath and Focus  Today's Tangle:  Ixorus -Click through to the episode webpage for stepouts Join TanglePod for a month of finding the ways to slow down with breath and focus with each of 31 different tangles.  We are focusing on the specific cadence that you can find, and how to use each one to encourage your practice to slow down and be in the moment.  Juliette and Kellie often find different approaches to tangles, and in these short conversations will provide tips on approaching each tangle with focus in mind.  Use your journal, tiles or scratch paper and play with these exercises to see how you can find your rhythm too.    

Tangle Festival: 31 Days of Breath and Focus  Today's Tangle:  Umble-click through to the episode webpage for step outs. Join TanglePod for a month of finding the ways to slow down with breath and focus with each of 31 different tangles.  We are focusing on the specific cadence that you can find, and how to use each one to encourage your practice to slow down and be in the moment.  Juliette and Kellie often find different approaches to tangles, and in these short conversations will provide tips on approaching each tangle with focus in mind.  Use your journal, tiles or scratch paper and play with these exercises to see how you can find your rhythm too.      

Tangle Festival: 31 Days of Breath and Focus  Today's Tangle:  Festune - click through to the episode page for step outs. Join TanglePod for a month of finding the ways to slow down with breath and focus with each of 31 different tangles.  We are focusing on the specific cadence that you can find, and how to use each one to encourage your practice to slow down and be in the moment.  Juliette and Kellie often find different approaches to tangles, and in these short conversations will provide tips on approaching each tangle with focus in mind.  Use your journal, tiles or scratch paper and play with these exercises to see how you can find your rhythm too.    

Tangle Festival: 31 Days of Breath and Focus  Today's Tangle:  Assunta- click through to the episode page for step outs. Join TanglePod for a month of finding the ways to slow down with breath and focus with each of 31 different tangles.  We are focusing on the specific cadence that you can find, and how to use each one to encourage your practice to slow down and be in the moment.  Juliette and Kellie often find different approaches to tangles, and in these short conversations will provide tips on approaching each tangle with focus in mind.  Use your journal, tiles or scratch paper and play with these exercises to see how you can find your rhythm too.    

Tangle Festival: 31 Days of Breath and Focus  Today's Tangle:  Jetties - click through to the episode page for step outs. Join TanglePod for a month of finding the ways to slow down with breath and focus with each of 31 different tangles.  We are focusing on the specific cadence that you can find, and how to use each one to encourage your practice to slow down and be in the moment.  Juliette and Kellie often find different approaches to tangles, and in these short conversations will provide tips on approaching each tangle with focus in mind.  Use your journal, tiles or scratch paper and play with these exercises to see how you can find your rhythm too.    

Tangle Festival: 31 Days of Breath and Focus  Today's Tangle: Floo- click through to the episode page for step outs. Join TanglePod for a month of finding the ways to slow down with breath and focus with each of 31 different tangles.  We are focusing on the specific cadence that you can find, and how to use each one to encourage your practice to slow down and be in the moment.  Juliette and Kellie often find different approaches to tangles, and in these short conversations will provide tips on approaching each tangle with focus in mind.  Use your journal, tiles or scratch paper and play with these exercises to see how you can find your rhythm too.    

Tangle Festival: 31 Days of Breath and Focus  Today's Tangle: Kloath, deconstructed by Kellie/SoundTangle - click through to the episode page for step outs. Join TanglePod for a month of finding the ways to slow down with breath and focus with each of 31 different tangles.  We are focusing on the specific cadence that you can find, and how to use each one to encourage your practice to slow down and be in the moment.  Juliette and Kellie often find different approaches to tangles, and in these short conversations will provide tips on approaching each tangle with focus in mind.  Use your journal, tiles or scratch paper and play with these exercises to see how you can find your rhythm too.    

Tangle Festival: 31 Days of Breath and Focus  Today's Tangle:  Echoism- click through to the episode page for step outs. Join TanglePod for a month of finding the ways to slow down with breath and focus with each of 31 different tangles.  We are focusing on the specific cadence that you can find, and how to use each one to encourage your practice to slow down and be in the moment.  Juliette and Kellie often find different approaches to tangles, and in these short conversations will provide tips on approaching each tangle with focus in mind.  Use your journal, tiles or scratch paper and play with these exercises to see how you can find your rhythm too.   Today's Tangle:  Echoism- click through to the episode page for step outs.

Tangle Festival: 31 Days of Breath and Focus  Today's Tangle:  Ambler -- click through to the episode page for step outs. Join TanglePod for a month of finding the ways to slow down with breath and focus with each of 31 different tangles.  We are focusing on the specific cadence that you can find, and how to use each one to encourage your practice to slow down and be in the moment.  Juliette and Kellie often find different approaches to tangles, and in these short conversations will provide tips on approaching each tangle with focus in mind.  Use your journal, tiles or scratch paper and play with these exercises to see how you can find your rhythm too.    

Tangle Festival: 31 Days of Breath and Focus Today's Tangle:  diva dance rock 'n roll-- click through to the episode page for step outs. Join TanglePod for a month of finding the ways to slow down with breath and focus with each of 31 different tangles.  We are focusing on the specific cadence that you can find, and how to use each one to encourage your practice to slow down and be in the moment.  Juliette and Kellie often find different approaches to tangles, and in these short conversations will provide tips on approaching each tangle with focus in mind.  Use your journal, tiles or scratch paper and play with these exercises to see how you can find your rhythm too.    

Tangle Festival: 31 Days of Breath and Focus  Today's Tangle:  NoNom - click through to the episode page for step outs. Join TanglePod for a month of finding the ways to slow down with breath and focus with each of 31 different tangles.  We are focusing on the specific cadence that you can find, and how to use each one to encourage your practice to slow down and be in the moment.  Juliette and Kellie often find different approaches to tangles, and in these short conversations will provide tips on approaching each tangle with focus in mind.  Use your journal, tiles or scratch paper and play with these exercises to see how you can find your rhythm too.    

Tangle Festival: 31 Days of Breath and Focus  Today's Tangle:  Scena - click through to the episode page for step outs. Join TanglePod for a month of finding the ways to slow down with breath and focus with each of 31 different tangles.  We are focusing on the specific cadence that you can find, and how to use each one to encourage your practice to slow down and be in the moment.  Juliette and Kellie often find different approaches to tangles, and in these short conversations will provide tips on approaching each tangle with focus in mind.  Use your journal, tiles or scratch paper and play with these exercises to see how you can find your rhythm too.