Quilling does not lose its popularity, and today it has received a second wind. Briefly about the stages of the origin and creation of this type of art is described in ancient chronicles, this is direct evidence of centuries-old techniques and traditions.
The history of the emergence of quilling comes from Ancient Egypt, and translated from English, it means bird feathers, because all the elements of future creations resemble a small feather, together creating a harmonious product.
Working with paper, not only a child, but also an adult relaxes and gets relaxation pleasure.
Having received a masterpiece as a result, even greater interest lights up, and the hobby develops into a real creative process.
This art is mentioned:
- In ancient manuscripts;
- Ancestral stories;
- Historical essays.
Due to their fragility and fragility, very few old items have survived to this day, so museums value these ancient exhibits very much.
An interesting history of quilling: briefly about the first products
The first works created by the craftsmen were small gilded pendants made of paper and feathers skillfully twisted together.
Even closer inspection was admirable.
Not surprisingly, this technique has survived to this day.
Distinctive features of quilling of different times are:
- In ancient Egypt, these were small illustrations, the technique of which was briefly mastered by the monks and not a large number of people close to them.
- Europe distinguished itself in the creation of postcards, paintings and had a small number of details in its products.
- Asian countries have surpassed their ancestors, and brought the quilling technique to perfection. They created a variety of products, not limited to books or jewelry, added a large number of small and large details, learned how to make voluminous objects out of paper.
Quilling received admiration and recognition the best craftsmen your business.
The simple story of the appearance of quilling in England
Having reached Europe, this art lost a little popularity, because there, as decorations, precious metals and stones.
Thanks to Princess Elizabeth, who was seriously carried away by this type of craftsmanship, there was a re-revival of it. Many of her works have survived to this day, in museums as exclusive exhibits.
After the appearance and rapid revival of quilling, not only exhibitions, but also festivals began to be held, communities were also organized where one could not only show oneself as a master, but also learn this interesting type of needlework. The most large-scale were 2 exhibitions - in London and New York. They gathered a huge number of people around them, and showed the world how to master small strips of paper, turning it into works of art.
But quilling reached its greatest perfection in the countries of the rising sun:
- Japan;
- China;
- Korea.
The people of these countries have great patience, perseverance, have a completely different way of thinking from the European type, and bring a piece of their culture to this art form. It was in these distant countries that they began to turn paper technology into perfect products, of much greater complexity and incredible beauty.
Products from the history of quilling
Today, in this technique, you can easily create a variety of products of any complexity.
Namely:
- Postcards;
- Caskets;
- Paintings.
To do such things, you do not need a lot of tools and time, you just need to stock up on multi-colored strips of paper, you will also need a metal or plastic rod with a small slot at its end.
For beginners, you can try to make a similar tool yourself from ballpoint pen to understand if they like to do this type of needlework.
In the East, they prefer to use a thin metal awl, making even and identical twists.
Masters over high level acquire special rulers that allow you to accurately determine the size of the future part by inserting paper into the required hole. Also, everyone will need thick glue, located in a tube with a long tip, small scissors and tweezers, for the exact location of all the necessary parts.
The paper must be colored on both sides and have the correct weight. Today, lovers of this type of art have made their work so much easier that strips of any size, length and width can be purchased at art or stationery stores.
Also, experts resort to various tricks - they cut the strips to get more small parts, stick together standard ones - getting large objects. And if you make a gradual connection of different colors, gluing them together, you can achieve a smooth transition and amber effect.
There are the most simple and basic elements, which the child can also perform:
- Roll - to create it, the end of the paper is simply inserted into the tool and wound, and the free one is subsequently fixed with glue;
- Drop - made in the same way, only after fixing with glue, its end is compressed with fingers;
- If you squeeze a similar element from two sides, you can get a petal or an eye, and by pressing in the middle - a small heart.
By combining these elements with each other and experimenting, you can achieve stunning results in craftsmanship. If at first it is difficult to put together a finished image in your imagination, then you can make small sketches of the elements on paper.
Will always be up to date flower arrangements made in a similar technique, they will give joy to any mother or girlfriend on any holiday. With a little effort and time, you can make a very original and memorable gift, resulting in a lot of compliments.
This type of needlework has a very positive effect on children's body, it develops perseverance, instills taste, improves fine motor skills fingers. Experts recommend keeping kids busy different types creativity from an early age, instilling in them an aesthetic taste and distracting them from the computer and TV. In the Eastern countries, this type of art has become widespread and even began to differ slightly from the European one.
A fascinating story of quilling (video)
Since the products self made are valued dearly enough for today, then you can turn such a favorite hobby into a good income. Even in school curriculum implemented different kinds needlework, not limited to sewing, drawing and knitting.
Quilling. History, the use of technology in working with children
Vorobieva Alina Alexandrovna, teacher additional education BOU DO "CTR and GO" in the city of Tara, Omsk regionMaterial Description: the work is devoted to the theme of quilling art, its history, current state and the use of this technique in working with children.
Purpose: the content of the article is addressed to teachers art schools, teachers of additional education.
Target: revealing the relevance and importance of teaching quilling in the educational process.
The art, which in Russia is called "paper rolling", arose in Europe at the end of the 14th - beginning of the 15th centuries. IN Western countries it is called the word quilling (quilling). English word"quilling" originates from the word "quill", which means "bird's feather".
Another name quilling- "paper filigree". This is a simple type of needlework that does not require large expenses, but at the same time very beautiful and original. Paper spirals create the basis for colors and patterns, which are then used to decorate cards, gift wraps, holiday scrapbooks and photo frames. Also products from paper tapes Can be used as jewelry or wall decorations. This art came to Russia from Korea. In each country, with the advent of quilling, their own directions in this technique arose.
quilling– new, popular and trendy in modern world type of handicraft. The art of quilling requires perseverance and accuracy. In addition, it develops fine motor skills of the hands, calms, relieves aggression, and gives vent to fantasy, so there is an opinion that quilling is considered useful occupation. But its special charm is that already the first time it turns out beautiful work. But still, to make complex three-dimensional compositions, practice and good spatial thinking are necessary.
quilling- not a new art, but very old.
Extremely popular art quilling became in the Renaissance. Monks and nuns created graceful medallions, twisting paper with gilded edges on the tip of a bird's feather, decorated various religious objects, icons with strips of gold paper, thereby imitating very expensive gold filigree.
Antique icon decorated with quilling
Quilling becomes a favorite pastime of English ladies in the 18th-19th centuries. They came up with patterns, made copies of each other's especially successful products and were proud of their works, which decorated the interior of their home, furniture, and even candles. Today, paper rolling is a popular hobby in countries Western Europe, especially it is widely known in England and Germany. But this art became most widespread when it fell into the hands of oriental masters. The richest traditions of paper making and working with it, the finest graphics and plastic art have given the art of paper plastic new life. IN South Korea there is a whole Association of Paper Plastic Lovers, which unites followers of various areas of paper art.
In the XV century. quilling was rightfully called an art. 19th century - an era in which quilling was considered ladies' entertainment. And in the XX century. paper filigree was practically forgotten. Interest in it resumed only at the end of the last century, and quilling began to turn into art again. Quilling decorations could be seen everywhere: on ladies' accessories, purses, paintings, caskets, vases, baskets and wine barrels. Quilling was especially actively used for decorating furniture; on some furniture, recesses were made in the front panels specifically for paper lace. Quilling elements were also used in combination with other types of creativity, such as paper-plastic, origami, embroidery, painting.
Antique box decorated using quilling technique
For hundreds of years, the quilling technique has not undergone practically any changes, its main point- this is cutting strips of paper, twisting them with a special device and gluing them to the base. Although in the modern world such devices have been created with which you can create a 3D image using the quilling technique.
To date, several masters work in the quilling technique, many of whom are from Russia. Yulia Brodskaya (Yulia Brodskaya) was one of the first to work in the technique of contour quilling in combination with appliqué. Natasha Molotkova, a native of Novosibirsk and a graduate of the University of Worcester, performs design projects in the same technique.
as well as Y. Brodskaya lives and works in the UK. Julia Brodskaya is considered one of the leading professionals in this field. Its clients include such world famous brands as Nokia, Starbucks, Ferrero, BostonGlobe, TheNewYorkTimesMagazine, Redbook, DesignWeek and others.
Quilling Y. Brodskoy
Today, the tool for serious quilling is different. In the European school, a special plastic or metal stick with a split end is used to twist thin strips of paper. You can also make a replacement for it yourself from improvised means, for example, from a ballpoint pen, with a slot at the end. This tool is suitable for the novice craftsman and is also child-friendly. In the East, paper strips are twisted with a thin awl. Such a tool can be replaced with an ordinary thick needle and cork. It also works well with a toothpick, especially in children.
V.A. Sukhomlinsky quite accurately expressed himself about children’s needlework: “The origins creativity and gifts of children at your fingertips. Figuratively speaking, the thinnest streams flow from the fingers, which feed the source of creative thought. In other words: the more skill in the child's palm, the smarter baby". Paper is one of the first materials children's creativity. She is known to everyone from the very beginning. early age. With the help of a paper sheet, children begin to craft and create unique products. They feel like artists, designers and constructors, imagining themselves limitlessly creative people. And also at junior schoolchildren paper does not cause any special technical difficulties; it is the most accessible and easily processed material. Lessons with paper develop the eye of the child, the muscles of the hands, prepare for the development of writing skills, and also contributes to aesthetic development. Children acquire the ability to correctly select combinations of paper colors, sizes, shapes of product details.
Since ancient times, paper has undergone tremendous changes, and in modern century it has a great variety. Today it is available to all strata of society. It can be white and colored, velvet and glossy. Use paper to make a cute toy or a gift box, fold a puzzle, decorate children's space for the holiday, and much more that will interest the child. Paper at a glance ordinary material, but they can work in a variety of techniques and gradually it acquires more and more new modern trends. This is a material that has its own face and has constructive and plastic properties.
The most traditional technique in our country for using paper for children's creativity is japanese art origami - folding figures from a sheet of paper. But the art of paper rolling is already being introduced into the training course for children of primary school age.
Children are impressed by the performance of products from strips of paper. Usually when creating paper strips various lengths and width, children have a desire to twist, twist, connect with each other. By combining different small details, children will have new images that they can embody using strips of paper. If you direct their activities in the right direction, then ready-made compositions appear. This type of work has great potential for implementation creativity children. Children can work with paper for quite a long time, draw inspiration and create unique crafts. They are constantly coming up with ideas to create new combinations. At the same time, their imagination and fantasy are manifested.
If you organize the work correctly, then quilling can become an interesting exciting activity for a child and he will have an incentive to work and master the intricacies of craftsmanship. Classes will give him in-depth knowledge of the possibilities of paper, promote familiarization with the decorative arts.
Children's work in quilling technique
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 began to turn into art again, 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 the most different directions 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
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 language means "bird's 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 your own from a 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.
Quilling (English quilling - from the word quill "bird feather") - the art of making compositions from narrow and long strips of paper twisted into spirals.
Twisted spirals are given a different shape and thus 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.
The history of paper rolling goes back to ancient Egypt, when papyrus began to be used to make various elements of jewelry. 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 by 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).
The old works of paper rolling masters have not survived to this day, due to the instability of the material. But icons of the 17th 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, specialized magazines were even published with descriptions of techniques and step-by-step instructions for making various household items - 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).
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 craftsmen, in their own style, create complex works that look 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 began to turn into an art again, gaining new fans around 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 Quilling Festival was organized, 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 and applied art exhibitions around the world.
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, this 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 masters skillfully combine the accuracy and accuracy of European technology with the intricacies of Eastern in their work.
Exhibitions and master classes are held annually, where you can learn different secrets from famous masters.
