Quilling for Beginners


Quilling Tutorials and Patterns

Start quilling today! Learn easy techniques and make projects you’ll love.


Quilling letters tutorial pattern BeYOUtiful


What is quilling?

Quilling is an art form using strips of paper that are rolled, shaped, and glued together to create decorative designs. The designs are then used to create greetings cards, pictures, boxes, eggs, jewelry, etc. Visit Wikipedia for more details and history.


Quilling Tools and Materials



slotted or needle quilling tool

Quilling Tools

To coil your paper, you'll need to use either a slotted or needle quilling tool.




Basic Quilling Tools

My Top 10 Basic Quilling Tools for Beginners

You don't need an expensive kit to start quilling.
Here are 10 quilling tools I can't live without.



Quilling Basic Shapes Without Tools

Quilling Basic Shapes Without Tools

If you don't have tools, use a toothpick.



Cut Paper Quilling Strips by Hand

Cut Quilling Paper Strips by Hand

You can cut quilling paper by hand using a craft knife.
Read more (free pattern) | Watch tutorial



Cut Quillings Strips with Cricut

Cut Quilling Paper Strips by Machine

Use your Cricut Explore or Silhouette to cut your quilling strips

Read more (free SVG files) | Watch tutorial




How to Hide Quilling Glue techniques

Quilling Glue – 5 Basic Tips

I prefer using Aleene's Tacky Glue, because it dries fast and clear. 
Many beginners struggle with glue showing in their final project. 




Shapes and Techniques


Quilling Curves On Edge

Quilling Curves On Edge

After achieving basic shapes, explore curves on edge using thicker paper. 
Read more | Watch tutorial


Quilling Circle Template Boards

How to use Quilling Circle Template Board

Make consistent basic quilling shapes.
Compare a $10 vs $2 template.
Avoid problems with tension, tools, and weights of quilling paper.



Quilling Circle Templates - 5 DIY Ideas

Quilling Circle Templates - 5 DIY Ideas

Make your own template for quilling circles


Cut Quilling Paper Strips by with Cricut Machine

Cut a Quilling Circle Template with Cricut Machine

Use your Cricut Explore or Silhouette to cut your quilling circle template
Read more (free SVG files) | Watch tutorial



Right vs Wrong Sides of Paper Quilling Strip

Right vs Wrong Sides of Paper Quilling Strip

It's subtle, but your fingers can feel the slight downward facing edge of quilling paper. 
Read more | Watch tutorial



Tearing vs Cutting Paper Quilling Strip Ends

Tearing vs Cutting Paper Quilling Strip Ends

See and compare the difference between cutting or tearing your quilling strips. 
Read more | Watch tutorial



Quilling Vortex Coils Tutorial

Quilling Vortex Coils Tutorial

Learn to make these mesmerizing coils, invented by Licia Politis. 
Read more | Watch tutorial




Patterns


Pillow Envelope Template for Quilled Cards

Pillow Envelope Template for Quilled Cards

After creating a unique greeting card, protect it with a puff of air.
Read more | Watch tutorial




Quilling Storage Protection

How to Store and Mail Quilling

Store your quilling pieces in progress. Present your quilling to someone special.
Read more | Watch tutorial


Quilling Snowflake Free Template Grid Pattern


Quilling Snowflake - 

Grid and Pattern Template

Make it snow with snowflakes for Christmas cards!


Quilling Fringed Flower #1: Dandelion


Quilling Fringed Flower #1: Dandelion

Cut a wider quilling strip into a fringe, coil it up, and BAM!
You've just made a 3D flower that's sure to wow.


Quilling Fringed Flower #2: Daisy

Quilling Fringed Flower #2: Daisy

Cut a wider quilling strip into a fringe, coil it up, and BAM! 
You've just made a 3D flower that's sure to wow.




Quilling Fringed Flower #3: How to Make Gerbera

Quilling Fringed Flower #3: How to Make Gerbera

Cut a wider quilling strip into a fringe, coil it up, and BAM! 
You've just made a 3D flower that's sure to wow.




Quilling Strip Sheet Organizer

Quilling Strip Sheet Organizer (1-11 inch strips)

Easily organize your quilling paper strips by sewing a single sheet protector.


Quilling Paper Strips Organization Storage

Quilling Paper Organizer (18-24 inch strips)

Find your quillng paper fast. Keep them organized easily.




Quilling Paper Accordion Organizer

Quilling Paper Accordion Organizer

To coil your paper, you'll need to use either a slotted or needle quilling tool.




Quilling Valentine’s Day Card – 3 Easy Heart Patterns

Quilling Valentine’s Day Card

3 Easy heart pattern ideas with free PDF template




 Card backgrounds for quilling or other crafts



How To Quill Tea Cup and Vase



Quilling Valentine Card - I Heart You Emoticon

Do you love a texter? Send them a quilled emoticon!









14 comments:

  1. Thank you for the downloads and the great tips 😊

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    1. Hello Sibu, thanks for commenting! I'm happy to hear my work has been helpful! I'd love to see your work one day!

      Cecelia

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  2. do you have tutorials for all your projects?

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    1. Unfortunately, I don't. I made them when I had time away from my full time job. I've been trying really hard to do them more often. What kind of tutorial are you looking for?

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  3. what is the best way to adhere the edges when outlining letters and words. mine always come messy from the glue not holding in place as I try to form the curves.

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    1. Hi there, I've made a video to answer exactly that question. Here it is: https://youtu.be/hGL5PDZmyto

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  4. I have been wanting to try my hand at quilling. You make it seem so easy. Thanks for all of your ips and sharing your talents with others.

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    1. Welcome to the world of quilling Gran26! Thank you for your kind words! Yes, I've been told I make it look easy, and I'm sure anyone who is riding a bike makes it look easy for anyone who is learning to ride. Please be patient with yourself and it'll come.
      Cecelia

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  5. Thank you for your video, easy to understand. I think I may have a go at one of these!

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    1. Thank YOU for letting me know you're enjoying my tutorials!

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  6. Super new at this. Thank you for the videos and tutorials. I love your work, its so clean and precise!

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    1. So great to hear my tutorials have been helpful to you! YES, I love to make clean work, and it's easy to do when you know how. Please keep letting me know how else I can help you!

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  7. Love the way you explain everything! what's the tool called that you use to soften, rub etc the paper? Also, where can i get the heavier paper you used

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    1. Hi Adina, welcome to quilling! Since I've made so many videos, I'm not sure which one you're referring to. I assume you mean the needle tool? It's actually a Kemper Lace Tool. Here's an Amazon Affiliate link:
      https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DQCZMNY/?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d&tag=aiponsite-20&linkCode=ic6&ascsubtag=amzn1.ideas.1UKHMA4YTCQF7

      The thicker paper I like using for on edge quilling is called Canson Mi-Teintes, and I buy it at local fine art supply stores, but here's another link:
      https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0042SUM2M/?ref=exp_paperzen-cecelialouie_dp_vv_d

      When you look at the notes below my videos, you'll see a list of resources. Here's a another link for them:
      https://www.amazon.com/shop/paperzen-cecelialouie

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