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The Zentangle Method

Tangling in Wonderland

Martha Huggins & Molly Hollibaugh

Tangle down the rabbit hole of creativity and into a world where strokes meander, curiosity reigns, and there’s no such thing as a mistake. Tangling in Wonderland is your invitation to let go of the ordinary and explore the unexpected. With each intuitive stroke and delightful detour, you’ll find yourself wandering through open-ended Zentangle sessions that spark imagination and restore joy. This four-day creative adventure isn’t about getting it right—it’s about getting wonderfully, beautifully lost in the magic of tangling. Go home with a renewed sense of wonder, presence, and playful possibility.

 

*Experience with the Zentangle Method is highly recommended to attend this class.

September 24-27, 2026
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Starting at $475 (Tuition) + $885 (Lodging + Meals) plus tax

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September 24-27, 2026
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Retreat Benefits

Creative Renewal 

Reawaken your artistic joy and explore untapped creative instincts.

Mental Clarity

Use mindful mark-making to reset and focus your busy mind.

Artistic Freedom

Trust your unique creative instincts and explore spontaneous artistic choices.

Stress Relief

Experience calm and centeredness through nonjudgmental, process-oriented drawing.

Creative Application

Apply Zentangle philosophies to enrich your approach to everyday tasks and projects.

Supportive Community

Create and connect in a welcoming environment of mutual inspiration.

What to Expect

Inside this creative Wonderland, you’re invited to let go of rules and let your pen roam. With gentle guidance and a warm-hearted community, you’ll explore tangles at your own pace—following curiosity instead of critique. Each session is a chance to wander inward, play with patterns, and discover the quiet magic of being fully present. You’ll leave with tiles that tell your own story, a mind that feels a little lighter, and the kind of clarity that only comes from getting wonderfully lost in your art.

1. Whimsical Tangle Explorations

Play with new patterns and combinations inspired by the Wonderland theme.

2. Intuitive Mark-Making

Discover the power of spontaneous creative decisions by letting go of outcome.

3. Creative Flow Sessions

Immerse yourself in meditative tangling practices designed to enhance focus and flow.

4. Group Sharing

Exchange ideas, laughs, and inspiration with fellow tanglers.

5. Zentangle Tools

Receive a thoughtfully curated bounty of Zentangle tools to support your creative journey throughout the retreat and beyond.

Program Schedule

This experiential retreat offers a well-balanced schedule that combines structured educational sessions with flexible time blocks – ensuring you have ample opportunity to engage in learning while also allowing personal time to explore the retreat center, participate in activities, and enjoy moments of reflection and relaxation.

Check-in Begins 4:00 pm

Dinner 6:00–7:00 pm

Orientation 7:00–7:20 pm

Session 1 7:30–9:00 pm

Breakfast 7:30–9:30 am

Session 2 9:30 am–12:30 pm

Lunch 12:30–1:30 pm

Session 3 2:00–4:30 pm

Free Time 4:00–6:00 pm

Dinner 6:00–7:30 pm

Breakfast 7:30–9:30 am

Session 4 9:30 am–12:30 pm

Lunch 12:30–1:30 pm

Session 5 2:00–4:30 pm

Free Time 4:00–6:00 pm

Dinner 6:00–7:30 pm

Breakfast 7:30–9:30 am

Session 6 9:30–11:30 am

*Room Checkout* 11:00 am; luggage may be held at Reception.

Lunch 12:00–1:30 pm

Breakfast  7:30–9:30 am • Lunch: 12:00–1:30 pm • Dinner: 6:00–7:30 pm

Optional activities include
Yoga • Meditation • Kirtan • Bonfire • Labyrinth • Nature Trails

“Martha and Molly are such a dynamic team. Their knowledge, skill, kindness, and humor have made this a weekend to remember!”

—Past Participant

“Thanks a million for that joyful weekend. You both infuse every detail with love and generosity.”

—Kathy

“Molly and Martha create a fun and safe environment for beginners to advanced tanglers. I highly recommend attending a weekend even if it’s your first time! Remember, we all were beginners at one point!”

—DD

“I’m still on my mountaintop high! So grateful for the amazing weekend full of inspiration, laughter, and peace!”

—Jill

Meet the Presenter

Martha Huggins

As the daughter of Maria Thomas and Rick Roberts, the founders of the Zentangle Method, Martha Huggins grew up in a magical and inspiring household—art and creativity have always been part of her life.

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Meet the Presenter

Molly Hollibaugh

Molly Holligaugh was introduced to Zentangle in its infancy by her parents, Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas, the founders of this amazing creative outlet.

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Our Accommodations

Prices include daily vegetarian meals from dinner on the night of check-in through lunch on the day of checkout. (Rates below are per person.)

Private Hotel Room

Ideal for individuals, couples, or friends seeking hotel-style comfort and amenities.

  • King bed or two queen beds
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bath
  • Hair dryer
  • Complimentary WiFi
  • Access to the coffee/tea lounge
  • Desk and office chair

$407 per person/per night + tax

Shared Hotel Room (2 People)

Ideal for friends seeking hotel-style comfort and amenities.

    • Twin beds
    • Flat screen TV
    • Refrigerator
    • Private bath
    • Hair dryer
    • Complimentary Wi-Fi
    • Daily delicious vegetarian meals
    • Complimentary tea/coffee & fresh fruit
  • Daily yoga & meditation classes
  • Access to fitness & steam rooms

$316 per person/per night + tax

Private Retreat Room

Ideal for individuals, couples, or friends seeking simple surroundings for peace and clarity.

  • Twin beds
  • Private bath
  • Complimentary WiFi
  • Access to the coffee/tea lounge
  • Desk and office chair

Note Room may contain extra single beds.

$316 per person/per night + tax

Premium 1Bedroom Apartment

Fully furnished 665 sq.-ft. apartment (max: 2 persons)

  • 1 queen bed
  • Kitchenette
  • Balcony
  • Washer & dryer
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron & ironing board
  • A desk, chairs, and a nightstand
  • Flat-screen TV with cable
  • Complimentary WiFi
  • Refrigerator, stove range & microwave

Note Furniture may vary; each apartment is different.

$1,225 per person/per night + tax

Premium 1Bedroom Apartment with Loft

Fully furnished 995 sq.-ft. apartment (max: 4 persons)

  • 1 queen bed and 2 twin beds or 1 full bed
  • Kitchenette
  • Balcony
  • Washer & dryer
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron & ironing board
  • A desk, chairs, and a nightstand
  • Flat-screen TV with cable
  • Complimentary WiFi
  • Refrigerator, stove range & microwave

Note Furniture may vary; each apartment is different.

$1,365 per person/per night + tax

Upgrade Options

Extend your Stay and Don’t Miss a Thing

Add a day and enjoy R&R activities!

Free activities include
Interactive Nature Hikes
Cooking Demos
Meditation & Movement Classes
Wellness Workshops

Paid activities include
Pottery Classes
Ayurvedic Wellness & Healing Arts Treatments

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Nourish Your Body

Take your rejuvenation to another level. Our spa offers treatments and therapies that integrate ancient Ayurveda with contemporary wellness.

Call to check availability during Shankara Ayurveda Spa business hours; seven days a week, 9:00 am–6:00 pm.

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Have questions?

We’re here to help.

For room reservations, Ayurveda Wellness Retreats, and Art of Living Retreat Center (AOLRC) signature retreats, we have the following cancellation policy:

  • Refunds are available (less a $50/per person processing fee) up to 15 days before your program or stay.
  • Nonrefundable credit toward a future AOLRC program or stay (less a $50/per person processing fee) is available if you give notice between 14 and one day(s) before your program or stay. Credit may be applied to any AOLRC program or stay for one year following date of issue.
  • No credit or refund is available if you cancel on the arrival day, if you do not show up, or if you leave an event early for any reason. No refund will be available if you attend a program and are dissatisfied with its presentation or content.

AOLRC reserves the right to cancel a program at any time. If AOLRC cancels a program, you will receive a full refund. Some programs may have special cancellation policies; see individual workshop descriptions. For all other retreats, please be sure to check the registration page specific to that retreat.

Unless otherwise indicated, our programs are open to participants 18 years of age and older.

To encourage a healthy environment, we ask that guests not consume alcohol or meat in our public spaces. However, guests may enjoy these items in their rooms.

Our property is always smoke-free.

Yes, we ask that guests with food allergies simply inform us so we can communicate those needs to our chef. Typically, we label potential allergens such as gluten, dairy, and nuts. You may email us at info@artoflivingretreatcenter.org.

Thanks to the cool climate of the Blue Ridge Mountains, air conditioning is rarely needed. For the occasional warm day, there is a fan in each room to help keep you comfortable.

We do have lodging and event venues that are ADA-compliant. Due to the topography of our mountain campus, some are easier to access than others, so please speak to Guest Services (800.392.6870) prior to registering to ensure we can best accommodate your needs. We also have shuttles that run frequently throughout the campus.

We are committed to the safety of our guests and staff. Our mountaintop location and the surrounding areas are spacious, remote, safe, and secure.

  • It is safe to leave your windows open—and necessary for proper airflow!
  • Nature surrounds our campus, and it’s common to see rabbits, deer, gophers, wild turkeys, and other small animals. Please give them space, and they’ll do the same for you. We’ve never had a safety incident with animals on campus.

You can help!

  • If you come across an animal on campus or a trail, give it space, and please do not attempt to pet or feed it.
  • There’s no need to bring valuables to the retreat center; leaving them at home is best.

We are remote—yet easy to get to.

The Art of Living Retreat Center offers the right balance between serenity and easy access.
  • Fly into Charlotte, NC—Two hours away by drive.
  • Check-in at 4:00 pm first day—eat dinner shortly after that.
  • Leave after lunch the last day—schedule your flight anytime
    after 5:00 pm.

Transportation Options Between Charlotte and the Center

Hickory Hop Shuttle Service  Book online  hickoryhop.com  The Hickory Hop shuttle goes from Charlotte airport to Boone five times daily. Reservations are required, so book ahead online and be sure to confirm shuttle times coordinate with your travel plans.

High Country Limo  828.898.9595   highcountrylimo.com

Oscar’s Car Service  704.965.5800

Edwardo’s Car Service  704.949.6775

Blue Bird Transportation  828.989.7286   Blue Bird of Boone

Abby Cab 828.475.2988  abbycab.com

Uber or Lyft  Book in app on arrival.

Other airports within driving distance from the Art of Living Retreat Center include

Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI) in Johnson City, TN (80 miles)
Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO) in Greensboro, NC (110 miles)

 

Reserve Your Spot Now

September 24-27, 2026
REGISTER NOW

SAVE! Add a day or two and save 20% off our R&R rates. Select your added day(s) on the Registration page.