Welcome to our Quilling page of decorative cards.
Quilling involves using strips of paper that are rolled, looped, curled, twisted and otherwise manipulated to create different shapes, and glued together to create decorative designs. Quilling designs can be used to decorate greeting cards, pictures, boxes, eggs, and jewelry.
The name quilling is thought to come from the origin of the art; birds’ feathers, or quills, were used to coil the strips of paper around. The art of quilling has been around for centuries, with a remarkably varied historical background spanning across continents. The birth of quilling is a bit unclear, with opinions regarding this differing depending on the source. Popular opinion suggests that it was first seen in ancient Egypt, where certain filigree-type art inspired more modern quilling years later. Quilling has persevered through time, most notably making its mark throughout the Western world. During the Renaissance, nuns and monks would roll gold-gilded paper trimmed from books to adorn religious objects, mimicking costly gold filigree. In later years, quilling continued to be practiced throughout Europe as it caught on as a leisurely activity for affluent women. They would adorn objects such as picture frames, baskets, and jewelry boxes. Today, quilling is resurfacing again as a more accessible, affordable hobby for people of every age and background.
Come back often for added designs. I enjoy creating custom orders for framed art pieces. Just contact me and we'll work together on something special you would like. Here are some of my pieces:
Below are available cards. - 10.00 Click on the pictures to enlarge them. The numbers on the cards are for ordering purposes only. They are not imprinted on the card. They are approximately 4 x 6, with envelope. It is my pleasure to make any design you do not see here. which includes colors and size. Larger pieces for framing are always available.
