Beauty and elegance of the quilling technique. Flowers, patterns, monograms decorate any interior

The art of paper-knitting (or paper filigree) has become known and popular among European needlewomen relatively recently. This technique of creating flat and voluminous compositions by twisting long and narrow strips of paper into strings is called "quilling". Flowers, various patterns and monograms from paper spirals at first glance seem almost a jeweler's ornament for holiday cards, photo albums, gift packages and picture frames. This beautiful kind of handicraft is attractive for today's skilled workers also because it does not require large expenses.

History of Quilling

According to various sources, medieval Europe, and Ancient Egypt, and the Middle East are also considered the birthplace of paper hills. It is known only that this technique was originally used to decorate icons, medallions and books. Extraordinary beauty of the flowers in the technique of "quilling" decorated the covers of books of that era, and poor churches created the illusion of gold inlaid icons with paper strips with gilded edges. They wound on the end of a bird's feather, from here it's art and it got its name "quilling", which in translation sounds like a "bird's feather".

Materials and accessories

All you need for a quilling session is a two-sided colored paper, from which it is necessary to cut strips 3 to 10 millimeters wide, a rod to twist the spirals, and beginners can first use an ordinary toothpick, and then, if this hobby becomes a hobby, Purchase a professional tool in a specialized store. It will also need tweezers, PVA glue, stencil for blanks, ruler, toothpicks for applying glue and white cardboard as a base. Today you can buy in the store already ready kvilling kits.

Flower in the "quilling" technique

The art of paper-knitting actually has unlimited possibilities, this amazing and entertaining technique allows you to convey the finest details of huge compositions. But first you will need to master the basic, basic elements of the quilling technique. Flowers, butterflies and exquisite patterns for a beginner will seem impossible, but if you diligently and patiently learn at the first stage, then in the future you can easily realize any creative idea created by your imagination. Paper lace, consisting of the most delicate colors, can be used as an element of a stand for a vase with candies, without worrying about the fact that your masterpiece will suffer: the products made in this way are strong enough and durable. Created in the technique of "quilling" flowers amaze your imagination with its diversity and exquisite beauty: lovely and gentle pansies, blooming lilacs, callas, tulips and roses. It is simply impossible to remain indifferent, genuinely surprised at the extraordinary possibilities of ordinary paper.

Combination of materials

Interestingly, the "quilling" flowers created in the technique do not necessarily have to be made only of paper. The composition can also include ribbons, cords, braid, various beads, beads, sequins and rhinestones. This combination will give your work more brightness, color, character and personality.