History of quilling
On English language this needlework is called "quilling" - from the word "quill" or "bird feather". Unlike origami, which originated in Japan, the art of paper rolling originated in Europe in the late 14th and early 15th centuries. IN medieval Europe nuns created elegant medallions by twisting paper with gilded edges on the tip of a bird's quill. When viewed closely, these miniature paper masterpieces created the complete illusion that they were made of thin gold stripes.
Unfortunately, paper is a short-lived material and little remains of medieval masterpieces. However, this ancient technique has survived to this day and is very popular in many countries of the world. Paper rolling quickly spread in Europe, but because paper, especially colored and high quality paper, was a very expensive material, paper plastic became an art for ladies from the wealthy sections of society.
Nowadays, paper rolling is widely known and popular as a hobby in countries Western Europe especially in England and Germany. But this art became most widespread when it “moved” to the East. The richest traditions of the finest graphics and plastics, paper making and working with it gave new life to the art of paper plastics.
IN South Korea there is an entire Association of Paper Plastic Lovers, uniting followers of the most different directions paper art.
In the 15th century it was considered art. At 19 - ladies' entertainment. Most It was forgotten in the 20th century. And only at the end of the last century, quilling began to turn into art again.
In England, Princess Elizabeth was seriously interested in the art of quilling, and many of her creations are kept in the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. With paper, we have an idea of fragility and fragility. But quilling refutes this statement - you can put, for example, a cup or a heavy book on a filigree voluminous stand, and not a single curl of paper lace will suffer. You can assemble a vase for sweets from paper elements and calmly use it for its intended purpose - it will not fall apart or break. In general, quilling is an opportunity to see the unusual possibilities of ordinary paper.
It should be noted that the Korean school of quilling (they call it paper rolling) is somewhat different from the European one. European works, as a rule, consist of a small number of details, they are laconic, resemble mosaics, decorate postcards and frames. Europe is always in a hurry, therefore loves fast techniques. Oriental craftsmen create works that resemble masterpieces of jewelry art. The thinnest voluminous lace is woven from hundreds of small parts.
Quilling tools
To master the paper rolling technique, no special tool is required. On initial stage a visit to an ordinary department store is quite enough. Here short list Essentials to get started:
Awl. It is advisable to purchase an awl with a diameter of about one millimeter. Usually the awl is tapered, which can be inconvenient. In this case, you can use any hardened rod of a suitable diameter. An awl (rod) is used to wind a spiral from a paper strip. In this case, it is necessary to control the paper tension, the handle of the tool should be comfortable for this purpose.
Tweezers. The tips should be sharp, exactly aligned. For high precision work. Notches at the end are undesirable, because. can leave marks on paper. The grip force should be comfortable for your hands, providing a secure grip with the least amount of pressure.
Scissors. Like tweezers, they should have pointed ends. For the most precise cutting of fringes.
Glue. There are no special recommendations. However, it should dry fairly quickly and leave no residue. Try starting with PVA.
When marking up a future composition, you will need the simplest drawing tools: compass, ruler, pencil.
Ready-made cut strips of paper can be bought at specialty stores that sell goods for postcards, etc. If this is not possible, then pass sheets of colored paper through a paper shredder or cut. The standard width of quilling strips is 3 mm, but this is an optional condition. Still very important point. If you make strips yourself, then the weight of the paper is important - at least 60 grams per square meter(usually the weight is indicated on the paper packages), otherwise it will not curl neatly and keep its shape.
Quilling technique.
At first glance, the paper rolling technique is simple. A strip of quilling paper is twisted into a tight spiral. It will be convenient to start winding by wrapping the edge of the quilling paper tape on the tip of a sharp awl. Having formed the core of the spiral, it is advisable to continue working without using a quilling tool. So you can feel with your fingertips whether the roll is uniformly formed, and adjust the forces in time. As a result, a dense spiral should form, less than a centimeter in diameter. It will be the basis for the further diversity of all forms. After that, the paper spiral dissolves to the desired size, and then the necessary quilling figure is formed from it.
The tip of the paper is caught with a drop of glue. Rolls can be given the most various forms by performing compressions and dents.
There are 20 in total basic elements for quilling, but the principle remains the same: fold, pinch - using your imagination, you can always come up with new quilling elements yourself
quilling(English quilling - from the word quill "bird feather") - the art of making compositions (flat or voluminous) from narrow and long strips of paper twisted into spirals.
Twisted spirals are attached various shape and in this way paper rolling elements are obtained, they are called modules. Already they are the "building" material (bricks) in the creation of works - postcards, albums, paintings, photo frames, jewelry, decor items, etc. Quilling paper can be the same color on both sides, or each side is dyed a different color.
This technique is very convenient, because. does not require significant material costs. However, you cannot call it simple either, because in order to achieve a good result, you need to show patience, perseverance, dexterity, accuracy and, of course, develop the skills of twisting high-quality modules, because the overall beauty of the work depends on the quality of twisting the elements.
The history of paper rolling is rooted in Ancient Egypt when various elements of jewelry began to be made from the progenitor of modern paper - papyrus. Also in ancient times this kind of art was known in the East.
The art of paper rolling became widespread at the end of the 14th and beginning of the 15th centuries in Mediterranean Europe. It is believed that quilling was invented medieval monks. They cut off the gilded edges of the books, then wound them around the tips of bird feathers, hence the name (quill - translated from English as “bird feather”), which created an imitation of a golden miniature (especially often used in poor churches).
Although representatives of the clergy deny such a barbaric attitude towards holy books, suggesting that the trimmings left after cutting the sheets should be used for decoration.
The old works of paper rolling masters have not survived to this day, due to the instability of the material. But icons XVII century, decorated in this style can be seen in many European museums.
Quilling was very popular in the noble houses of Germany and England. In those days, even specialized magazines were published describing techniques and step by step instructions for the manufacture of various household trifles - from tea boxes and "warmers" for teapots to caskets and baskets. It was a kind of prototype of modern master classes.
In the 15th-16th centuries, paper rolling was considered an art, in the 19th century - ladies' entertainment (and almost the only needlework worthy of noble ladies).
Medieval box with quilling elements
Crowned persons are also considered connoisseurs of this art, for example, the daughter of George III Elizabeth (Princess Elizabeth), who, they say, gave her doctor a screen made using the quilling technique. Many of her creations are still kept in the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. Other admirers of paper rolling are Queen Mary and Tsarina Alexandra, who collected its samples, as well as writers Jane Austen and the Brontë sisters.
In the East, quilling also fell in love with local craftsmen. The Korean school of paper rolling is slightly different from the European school, just as these cultures differ in principle. Modern European works, as a rule, consist of a small number of details, they are laconic, reminiscent of mosaics, decorate postcards and frames. Oriental masters in their style create complex works, more like masterpieces of jewelry art. The thinnest voluminous "lace" is woven from hundreds of small details. Known for their reverence for detail and painstaking work, the Japanese and Chinese create exquisite works of art using the technique of twisting the finest paper.
For most of the 20th century, quilling was forgotten, and only at the end of the last century, paper rolling again began to turn into art, gaining new fans around the world. the globe. Paper of various colors and textures became available to many segments of the population, and needlewomen rediscovered this openwork art. 
Quilling is loved all over the world, and in England in 1983 the Quilling Union of England was created, a real quilling corporation that receives letters from all continents. On her initiative, in 1992, the First International Festival quilling, where one could admire not only modern creations, but also antique products.
Two major quilling exhibitions were held: the first in 1927 in London, the other in 1988 in New York, at the Florian-Papp Gallery, where real masterpieces were put up for sale. Now quilling masters actively exhibit their creations at needlework exhibitions and applied art Worldwide.
In South Korea, there is also an Association of Paper Plastic Lovers, which unites followers of various areas of paper art, including paper rolling.
In Russia given art also became popular only towards the end of the 20th century, but now it is gaining momentum and becoming more popular, especially since our craftsmen skillfully combine the accuracy and accuracy of European technology with the intricacies of Eastern in their work.
Jungle Bird, Julia Brodskaya, London
You are probably wondering what quilling is, and this is the question we will now answer. This technique can be described in two words - the art of paper rolling. The result is charming flowers, patterns and more. Products, of course, are short-lived, but their life can be easily extended. It all depends on the quality of the material used and the place where the product will be stored.
What is quilling?
This is, first of all, needlework, which will not take you much time. In addition, it is completely simple to perform. special efforts it is not required to create masterpieces, so absolutely everyone can learn this kind of art. Quilling crafts are created by twisting colored paper. in a special way. Another name for quilling is paper mosaic. You can compare this art with jewelry. Its essence is to give the paper strips the necessary shape, with the help of which in the future it will be possible to create a charming composition.
History of occurrence
Historians have long argued about when this technique. One of the versions says that it originated in medieval Europe, the other claims that Egypt is the birthplace of quilling. There are also those who claim that this species needlework was invented in the homeland of paper - China. In the XV-XVI century, the quilling technique was given an honorary status - an art, and several centuries later it was considered the only entertainment for noble ladies. There was a period when everyone forgot about it, but at the end of the last century, quilling revived again and became even more popular than before.
Materials required for quilling
You will definitely need:
- Special paper for quilling or regular color. After you will need to cut it into strips, the width of which should not exceed 9 mm.
- Ruler.
- Spinning rod. You can use a toothpick instead wooden stick, a thin spike or a thick needle.
- Steel ruler.
- Stencil with holes of different diameters.
- PVA or other glue, the main thing is to be quick-drying.
- Tweezers.
- Compass.
- Straight nail scissors.
- Pencil.
Paper mosaic technique
You already know what quilling is, but that's not all you need to know about. Carefully study the basics of technology. It is very simple - the paper must be twisted into a tight spiral. To create it, wind the tip of the paper tape onto a winding rod or spike in order to get a spiral of the desired diameter. According to this principle, all elements for compositions are created. To give the spiral a suitable shape, it should be slightly unraveled, and then formed into a quilling figure. It will hold if you fix it with glue.
To master this technique, start mastering the easiest thing - creating a simple quilling postcard.
Creating a postcard: a lesson for beginners
At the beginning of your work on creating a quilling postcard, you will need to be patient, because it will take a lot of time, about an hour for one detail. As you learn, this time will decrease. Let's get to work:
- Prepare a blank for the future postcard and with the help of simple pencil mark what you are going to depict on it.
- The main element used by quilling is called a roll. It is a tight roll of crumpled colored paper.
- Do-it-yourself quilling implies not only a flight of fancy, but also the use of all available materials, such as toothpicks. For it you can hook the strip and wind the roll. Then gently hold it with your fingers and loosen it a little.
- Next, you need to give the roll the desired shape. To do this, flatten its edges with your fingers. Thus, you can get a wide variety of elements, such as leaves, droplets, hearts and much more.
The element is ready! Use glue to attach it to the card.
Quilling flowers are formed from these elements.
Manufacturing schemes
So, quilling, schemes for making various crafts.
A simple spiral can be easily modified and combined with other elements, resulting in a variety of structures.
Here are the basic shapes you can make
How to make a flower?
Quilling flowers are very easy to create. The following is a list of actions, strict adherence to which will help you with this.
- Glue two strips of colored paper and wait for the glue to dry.
- Spin the roll using a tool specially designed for this purpose or other suitable means.
- Very carefully take the roll and transfer it to the hole on the ruler of the diameter you need. So we get a spiral that needs to be fixed with glue. The size of the future flower depends on the thickness of the paper strip used and the diameter of the hole on the ruler.
- Now we proceed to the formation of a droplet from the resulting round spiral.
- To form a flower, you need to glue all the petals. It is necessary to add all the elements so that all sharp corners were directed inward. Otherwise, you will get a completely different flower.
- As a middle, you can use not only paper, but also a pearl, a fluffy spiral or beads.
One flower will not be enough, because in nature there are no flowers without petals. Are you wondering how to do it?
- Roll the paper into a spiral. In this case, two green stripes can be used.
- Use a pencil or pen to form a crescent moon.
- Attach to one end of the crescent a paper strip, the color of which fully matches outside spirals. Now press the ends of the crescent moon well against each other. Then wrap the spiral with a strip of paper and connect the ends with glue.
- Everything, on this the creation of the petals is completed.
Using the quilling technique, you can create both small paintings, as well as more complex volumetric compositions. Of course, the process needs perseverance and accuracy, but believe me, it's worth it. You get it right the first time beautiful work and that's the beauty of technology.
Now you know what quilling is, and you can safely get to work. You need to start small - a small postcard. Gradually, you will feel more confident, and then you can proceed to more complex work.
Good luck in your endeavors!
History of quilling
At quilling long history: filigree paperwork was known to the ancient Egyptians, who used papyrus as the main material, and this art was also known in the Middle East and in China. In France and Italy, since the 16th century, paper filigree has been used by monks to decorate and frame sacred images, as a modest substitute for gold and silver filigree. From these countries, the art of paper filigree spread to England, initially practiced extensively in the noble houses of the Stuart period, and then establishing itself well into the Victorian period. Specialized magazines presented the quilling technique and various projects with detailed explanations: classic decor items, tea and tool boxes, teapot warmers, various boxes and baskets. There were even real training courses quilling in the most elite schools.The connoisseurs of this art are such crowned persons as the daughter of George III Elizabeth, who is said to have presented her doctor with a quilling screen, Queen Mary and Empress Alexandra, who collected its samples, as well as such intellectuals as Jane Austen and the Brontë sisters. . From England, quilling migrated to North America with the colonialists, and here, in the first half of the 19th century, some cabinetmakers made boxes and caskets with inserted walls, decorated using paper filigree technique, as if it were a mosaic. This unusual processing is called a mosaic. Starting with late XIX century, the popularity of quilling gradually waned, almost to the point of complete oblivion, only to be reborn again today
in more modern form, but with a charm and sophistication that is not inferior to those of past centuries. This technique has many fans around the world. In England, in 1983, the Quilling Union of England was created, a real quilling corporation that receives letters from all continents. On her initiative, the First International Quilling Festival was organized in 1992, during which one could admire ancient products and modern creations.
Two major quilling exhibitions were held: the first in 1927 in London, the other in 1988 in New York, at the Florian-Papp Gallery, where real masterpieces were put up for sale.
Nowadays
widely known and popular as in Western European countries, especially in England and Germany. But this art became most widespread when it “moved” to the East. The richest traditions of the finest graphics and plastics, paper making and working with it gave new life to the art of paper plastics.In South Korea, there is an entire Association of Paper Plastic Lovers, which unites followers of various areas of paper art.
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In this article we will tell you the history of quilling. At the turn of the XIV - XV centuries, an art appeared, called quilling. Quilling is the manufacture of compositions (both flat and voluminous) from twisted paper strips.
Despite the fact that most types of needlework associated with paper originated in the East, it is believed that the art of paper rolling appeared in Europe during the Middle Ages. Monks are considered to be the creators of quilling. They wound the strips that were obtained after cutting the edges of the books onto the tip of the pen, imitating a golden miniature. This formed the basis of the name - "quill", which in English means "bird feather". After these golden curls, the monks decorated icons and pendants, books and much more.
Over time, quilling has become very popular. Masters began to use it not only for decorating paintings and medallions, but also for decorating furniture and other interior elements with it.
This art is widespread in many countries. In particular, it came to Russia at the end of the 20th century.
Quilling, judging by history, was perceived as an art during the XV-XVI centuries. In the 19th century, quilling was an entertainment for noble ladies. Quilling was inaccessible to many segments of the population due to the high cost of paper. In the twentieth century, quilling was forgotten until the end of the century.
Unfortunately, paper is not a very durable material, so many works of art in the quilling technique have not survived to this day and have already "gone into history", but you can still find some surviving works in museums. So, in the museums of London you can see the work of a big fan of quilling - Princess Elizabeth.
Two schools can be distinguished in the art of paper rolling. The first, European, is distinguished by simplicity and a small number of details that decorate postcards or something else. Masters of the second, Korean school create incredible beautiful pictures, where thousands of curls are woven together to form a masterpiece. Their work can rightly be called jewelry.
The techniques also differ. So, in Europe, the strips are twisted using a plastic or metal rod with a slot at the end. Similar tool you can make yourself from the rod from ballpoint pen. However, then a very large and ugly hole is obtained in the center of the parts. In the East, a thin awl is used when working. Some also use regular toothpicks. To get a part of a certain size, use rulers on which holes of a certain diameter are made.
In addition to these tools, the master should have tweezers in his equipment to make it easier to fix the part in right place, scissors and glue.
You can make a quilling tool on your own from a needle with a large eye: you just need to bite off the tip of the eye with tongs. For greater convenience (not to prick), the tip of the needle is inserted into a pencil or cork.
The paper used in paper rolling varies both in density and color. It can be painted the same on both sides, or you can give the inside a different color. You can also color the cut of the paper.
As with the tool, quilling materials can be either purchased at the store or made independently. Usually paper strips are made 1-15 millimeters wide and up to 60 centimeters long. The colors of the stripes can be very different: plain, iridescent, shiny. In addition, craftsmen often glue strips of different colors together to make multi-colored details.
In general, although it may seem that mastering the quilling technique is quite difficult, in fact it is not. Of course, in order to achieve good results, you need to be very diligent and patient for painstaking work. It will not be superfluous and accuracy.
