These printable Christmas zentangle gift tags are a creative way to add something special to your Christmas gifts this year. I love all of the Christmas zentangle patterns I’ve created and shared. It was fun putting them to good use with our printable Christmas templates and ornaments. This time around I wanted to create something quick and easy and Christmas zentangle gift tags seemed perfect.
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Okay, what is a zentangle? Originally I thought that a zentangle was just doodling…I was wrong. The zentangle method is a trademarked process based on a theory developed by founders Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas. You have undoubtedly seen this patterning art form before, it has become incredibly popular. “ZEN” means calm and “TANGLE” means a collection of overlapping patterns. ZENTANGLE is the bringing together of the calm and the pattern. It was originally based on using a 3 1/2 inch square of heavy stock paper and a black fine marker and various patterns that turn into a creative piece of art. We didn’t follow the exact Zentangle method, but we had a lot of fun experimenting.
Christmas Zentangle Gift Tags
our sheet of Christmas zentangle gift tags
white cardstock
black, red, green ultra-fine markers
scissors
single hole punch
red velvet ribbon
Start by printing the zentangle Christmas gift tags on white cardstock. White cardstock is best because the gift tags will be sturdy and the paper is smooth and great for doodling on. While you can use regular printer paper, you may find that the lines you draw with your markers will bleed and smudge.
Once printed, it is time to get creative. This is when I like to put on my favorite Christmas playlist and have fun. You can take inspiration from our collection of easy zentangle patterns and our easy Christmas zentangle patterns. Or, just put your pen to paper and see what zentangle patterns you can come up with.
Now, traditionally for our zentangle art, we only use a black marker, but for these festive gift tags I pulled out the classic Christmas red, green, and even blue. Just be sure the markers and pens you choose are ultra-fine tipped.
When your designs are complete, cut out the tags and slip a loop of your fave ribbon through them to attach to your gifts.
These creative DIY gift tags are a beautiful addition to any gift you give. Let the kids do the drawing and these gift tags will be cherished by grandparents family and friends. They could even be kept and used as little bookmarks after the gift has been opened.
Make your own zentangle Christmas cards
And, learn how to create these cool Christmas ornaments too
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