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FYIC 2026: My Experience With The Challenge

Lisa Crow

Published on: 03/02/2026

Inside FYIC 2026: the annual Fragment of Your Imagination Challenge. The tangles, plus what I learned.

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Inktober Tangles 2025 – Beyond the Challenge

Lisa Crow

Published on: 04/11/2025

My daily Inktober 2025 tangle tiles, one for every prompt. See the patterns, the wobbles, and why the challenge keeps me drawing year after year.

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7 Ways to Improve Your Zentangle® Art Right Now

Lisa Crow

Published on: 03/10/2025

Seven simple ways to level up your Zentangle art today. Easy adjustments to shading, line weight, and composition that make a real difference to your tiles.

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Mandalas vs Zentangle: Key Differences Explained

Lisa Crow

Published on: 07/03/2025

Mandalas and Zentangle are often confused. Here is a clear, friendly guide to how they differ, what they share, and which one might suit you best.

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Map Tangling for Beginners: Coffee & Watercolour Art

Lisa Crow

Published on: 01/01/2025

Try map tangling, the relaxing mash-up of Zentangle, coffee washes, and watercolour. A beginner friendly tutorial you can fit into a quiet afternoon.

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5 Festive Zentangle® Tutorials for a Creative Christmas

Lisa Crow

Published on: 29/11/2024

Five festive Zentangle tutorials to bring calm and creativity into your Christmas. Perfect for cards, decorations, or a quiet evening in with a cuppa.

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