Friday, 23 December 2016

paper filigree..!!!

Yeah....here we are with our 21st post.
   Post no #21

        Quilling or paper filigree

Paper filigree also known as paper quilling is an art work made out of paper strips that are rolled, shaped, decorated and glued. These paper strips are not only used to make some decorative items it is also used to make jewellery which are in trend now. There advanced techniques and different paper sizes using which 3D models, abstract art, etc. Can be made. 

HISTORY:
           During Renaissance , French and Italian nuns used this paper art to decorate book covers and religious items. Then in 18th century , quilling  became popular among European ladies.

TOOLS USED : 
               Slotted tool
                Needle tool
               Tweezers
               Circle size ruler
               Curling coach
                Crimper tool





5 comments:

  1. Yeah as u said paper quilling has now become a hobby of many girls...I too like to wear quilling Jewels..

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  2. Yeah paper quiling is really so popular. It have a good status in market. And also it s easy to be done by ourself

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  3. Yes Mohana it is easy to make,these can be made by us during our free time, but need lot of patience also

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  4. Nice art, looks very beautiful.Also this can be used to do many art works

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  5. Nice art work its look really good and encouring me to do that work

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