# Tangle Library: Yoga For Your Brain

> App for learning and organizing structured art patterns with visual guides. (iPhone/iPad app by Ian McDowell.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tangle-library-yoga-for-your-brain/id793008411 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ian McDowell](https://appshunter.io/developer/793008414)
- Category: Education, Entertainment
- Price: $4.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.16/5 from 45 App Store ratings · 82 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.1 · 73 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2014-01-22
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tangle-library-yoga-for-your-brain/id793008411/reviews.md

## What is Tangle Library?

The only tangle pattern app by a professional artist in the App Store! Tangle Library will show you how to draw 40 gorgeous tangles by published author and Certified Zentangle Teacher™ Sandy Steen Bartholomew. 

These tangles are structured patterns that are easy to make and fantastic to look at.  All you need is a pen, pencil, and paper to start making beautiful art! 

Once you've created your masterpiece, use the built in photo tool to take a picture of your work and file it with the tangles you used. 

Features: 
- 40 tangles from Sandy's "Tangle Cards - Yoga For Your Brain" card pack. Each tangle includes a picture of the finished pattern and step by step visual instructions so you can make them yourself. 
- Filter the tangles by shape, shade, and more to find the perfect tangle for your composition.
- Star your favorite tangles to easily find them again. 
- Get tangles from more of Sandy's books via in-app purchase, plus two packs exclusive to Tangle Library.
- Use the built in photo organizer to take pictures of your finished drawings. You can later review your photos organized by the tangle used. 
- Also includes a quick start guide to tangling for those new to the process or who could use a refresher. 

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Are you new to Zentangle?
The Zentangle® Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. It was created by Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas. "Zentangle" is a registered trademark of Zentangle, Inc. Learn more at zentangle.com.

Note: This app is not created by or affiliated with Zentangle, Inc.

## Key features

- 40 step-by-step tangle instructions
- Filter tangles by shape and shade
- Star favorite tangles
- In-app purchases for more tangles
- Photo organizer for finished drawings
- Quick start guide to tangling

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $4.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Totally Tangled Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Kidz Tangle Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| AlphaTangle Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Tangles of Kells | $1.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 82)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tangle-library-yoga-for-your-brain/id793008411/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Waste of money

*2024-03-03*

Better off just using google

### 1/5 — This App once great has now stopped working. Period.

*2024-01-09*

I want my money back.

### 4/5 — Great inspiration

*2023-12-24*

I like this repository, it’s is full of patterns for use or practice. Great inspiration, patterns and tangles you van build on.

### 5/5 — Lovely

*2022-12-06, version 1.1.4*

All my life, I’ve wished I could draw. My job (my joy) is making art with all the different media available. But I need to use someone else’s artwork and my light box to do so. I LOVE tangles—I can draw with them. This is a grand book of tangles. I use it often—not for commercial work, obviously, but for self fulfillment.

### 5/5 — Wow! This is a must get

*2018-09-19, version 1.1.4*

Love Sandy’s books and this app is a great way to save money instead of buying the cards. The tangles are very inspiring. After playing around with a few of them, I was able to go in completely different directions. The step outs were clear and very well done done, she really paid attention to every detail, the shading was on point. If you’re looking for a Zentangle app that will get your creative juices flowing and is well made, this is the app for you. I have them all, and this is the best. If only I could add out add outside tangles, then it it would be perfect.

### 5/5 — Perfect, we want more.

*2018-04-15*

Love it

### 2/5 — Don’t bother buying this ..

*2017-12-24, version 1.1.4*

It’s highly unimpressive and stingy on the patterns.  If you want to learn patterns, just use pinterest or instagram.

### 1/5 — Not Worth the $$

*2017-08-27*

Out of the mere 40 designs, some are not even tangles (Portia, Twiggy for example). Very disappointed in the quantity and the lack of complexity of the designs.

### 1/5 — ..

*2017-04-26, version 1.1.4*

Completely worthless. Only 40 patterns in this app. Don't bother - it's a waste of your money.

### 2/5 — Not as good as it could be

*2017-03-18, version 1.1.4*

It has plenty of nice examples.  However the guides come up short on steps.  If all you need for inspiration is seeing example this should work, but if you want to be shown step by step the whole example don't count on this.  Additional examples can be purchased and at this time total $12 dollars.

## Frequently asked questions about Tangle Library

### What is Tangle Library?

Tangle Library is an application designed to teach users how to draw 40 different structured patterns, known as tangles. It provides step-by-step visual instructions created by a professional artist and Certified Zentangle Teacher. The app also includes tools to organize your artwork and discover new patterns.

### What are the key features of Tangle Library?

Key features include 40 tangles with detailed visual instructions, the ability to filter tangles by shape and shade, a favorite tangles function, a photo organizer for your artwork, and a quick start guide for beginners. Additional tangles are available through in-app purchases.

### How much does Tangle Library cost?

The app itself is free to download and includes 40 tangles. Additional tangles and packs can be acquired through in-app purchases, allowing users to expand their collection as desired.

### What materials do I need to use Tangle Library?

To follow the drawing instructions provided by Tangle Library, you will primarily need basic art supplies: a pen, a pencil, and paper. The app focuses on the patterns themselves, which can be created with these simple tools.

### Who is the target audience for this app?

This app is ideal for anyone interested in learning the Zentangle method or similar structured pattern drawing techniques. It's suitable for beginners looking for an introduction to tangling and for more experienced artists seeking new patterns and organizational tools.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.4 — 2016-09-13

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Fixed links to Tangle cards.

### 1.1.2 — 2015-08-06

New In-App Purchase: The Tangles of Kells.  Add 40 Celtic patterns to your collection!

### 1.0.62 — 2014-06-04

AlphaTangle in app purchase added! This new pack shows how to draw 40 official tangles, and each tangle is used to illustrate it's letter of the alphabet. As before, all art is by the talented Sandy Bartholomew. If you had trouble downloading this on the iPad before, the buy button is now fixed.

### 1.0.6 — 2014-05-28

AlphaTangle in app purchase added!  This new pack shows how to draw 40 official tangles, and each tangle is used to illustrate it's letter of the alphabet. As before, all art is by the talented Sandy Bartholomew.

### 1.0.5 — 2014-02-19

- New filter to show only tangles from a particular pack.  Thanks to Ann, Emily and Bette for the suggestion!
- Fix for spinner not going away if connection timed out on IAP page. Thanks to Nancy and Marian for reporting!

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