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Quilling. Origin story.

Quilling has become a very common type of needlework in our time. Nowadays they make postcards, paintings, boxes and many other interesting things from paper. In this section we will introduce you to them and teach you how to create all these wonderful things with your own hands. To begin with, we will tell you about the very history of the origin of quilling...

1. A few words about paper.

Paper is the first material from which children begin to craft, create, and create unique products. She is known to everyone since early childhood. “A sheet of paper helps a child feel like an artist, designer, constructor, and most importantly - limitless creative person" Having undergone enormous changes since ancient times, paper in modern society presented in great variety. Colored and white, velvet and glossy, papyrus and twine - it is accessible to all segments of society. Using paper you can decorate a Christmas tree, put together a puzzle, make funny toy or a gift box and much, much more that interests the child.

An ordinary material - paper - takes on something new modern direction, they can work in different techniques.

2. What is quilling?

Quilling - the art of paper rolling, one of the types of decorative - applied arts. Narrow and long strips of paper are twisted into spirals using a needle, awl or a simple toothpick, which are then modified into a variety of shapes, from which planar or three-dimensional compositions can be made. Quilling – on English language This handicraft is called “quilling” - from the word “quill” and is translated as “bird feather”. It was the bird feather that played a big role in the development of quilling and the creation of masterpieces from paper: in order to obtain a thin spiral for the composition, long strips of paper were wound onto it.

Quilling long story: filigree paper processing was known to the ancient Egyptians, who used papyrus as the main material; this art was also known in the Middle East and China. In France and Italy, paper filigree has been used by monks since the 16th century 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 actively practiced in the noble houses of Stuart times, to further establish itself until the Victorian period. Specialized magazines presented quilling techniques and various projects With detailed explanations: classic items for decoration, boxes for tea and tools, “warmers” for a teapot, various boxes and baskets. There were even real training courses on quilling in the most elite schools.

Connoisseurs of this art are considered to be such crowned heads as the daughter of George III Elizabeth, who is said to have given her doctor a screen made using the quilling technique, Queen Mary and Tsarina Alexandra, who collected examples of it, as well as intellectuals such 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 boxes with inserted walls, decorated using the paper filigree technique, as if we were talking about a mosaic. This unusual treatment is called mosaic. Starting with late XIX century, the popularity of quilling gradually declined, almost to the point of complete oblivion, only to be revived again in our days
in more modern form, but with a charm and sophistication equal to those of centuries past. This technique has many fans all over 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 festival quilling, during which you could admire antique products and modern creations.
Two quilling tests were carried out major exhibitions: 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.

Quilling is an entertaining handmade paper craft for children and adults, in addition to receiving aesthetic pleasure a person develops creative thinking, patience, perseverance, accuracy, fine motor skills hands Paper is a material accessible to everyone. It gives a lot of scope for creativity. Gives you the opportunity to feel like an artist - an endlessly creative person.

Story quilling not quite common, he moved from West to East and back, enriching himself national characteristics different cultures.

This handicraft originated at the end of the 14th century - the beginning of the 15th century in Europe. Until the 16th century it was considered art. In the 14th - 16th centuries in Europe, nuns created elegant medallions using this technique, from paper with gilded edges. When viewing these miniature paper masterpieces, the illusion of thin golden stripes was created.

But paper is a short-lived material and little has survived from medieval masterpieces. IN XIX century ladies high society This is how they spent their leisure time.

Then in the 20th century, quilling as an art was forgotten, but then revived again. Today it is very common. An entire industry has been created to produce materials and tools for it. In Russian this art is called “paper rolling”, in Europe “quilling”, from the word “quill”, which in English means “bird feather”. Some believe that the name is associated with a bird's feather, which was used as a tool, while others associate it with one type of element that is similar to a bird's feather.

This art was widespread in Europe, but due to the high cost of paper, paper sculpture was an activity only for the upper strata of society. The English Princess Elizabeth was seriously interested in quilling and many of her works are in London Museum Victoria and Albert.

Paper is associated with fragility and fragility.

But quilling easily refutes this - works made from paper elements can be safely used in everyday life, for example, a candy bowl made using this technique will not break or fall apart.

In addition to Europe, he is also known in the East. IN South Korea there is even an Association of Quilling Lovers. But European and Eastern technology have their differences. European involves a small number of details, conciseness of work, mosaic work. Oriental quilling is masterpieces of jewelry from hundreds of small parts. Korean work is carried out over a long period of time and is distinguished by the greatest care.

On this moment There are many studios in Russia where you can master this type of needlework.

Quilling(English quilling - from the word quill "bird feather") - the art of making compositions (flat or three-dimensional) from narrow and long strips of paper twisted into spirals.

The twisted spirals are given different shape and thus the elements of rolling paper are obtained, they are called modules. They are already the “building” material (bricks) in creating works - postcards, albums, paintings, photo frames, jewelry, decorative items, etc. Quilling paper can be the same color on both sides, or each side can be painted a different color.

This technique is very convenient, because... does not require significant material costs. However, you can’t call it simple, because 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 goes back to Ancient Egypt, when various elements of decoration began to be made from the progenitor of modern paper - papyrus. Also in ancient times, this type 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 trimmed the gilded edges of the books, then wound them onto 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 scraps remaining after cutting the sheets should be used for decoration.

The ancient 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 noble houses of Germany and England. In those days, specialized magazines were even published with descriptions of techniques and step by step instructions for the production of various household small items - from tea boxes and “warmers” for teapots to boxes 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, it was considered a ladies' pastime (and almost the only handicraft worthy of noble ladies).

Medieval box with quilling elements

Crowned heads 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 include Queen Mary and Queen Alexandra, who collected examples of it, as well as writers Jane Austen and the Brontë sisters.

In the East, quilling was also loved by local craftsmen. The Korean school of paper rolling is slightly different from the European one, just as, in principle, these cultures differ. Modern European works, as a rule, consist of a small number of details, they are laconic, reminiscent of mosaics, and decorate postcards and frames. Eastern masters, in their own style, create complex works that are more like masterpieces of jewelry. The finest volumetric “lace” is woven from hundreds of small parts. Known for their respect for detail and meticulousness, the Japanese and Chinese create exquisite works of art using the technique of rolling the finest paper.

For most of the 20th century, quilling was forgotten, and only at the end of the last century did paper rolling begin to turn into an art again, winning new fans all over the world. to 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, the First International Quilling Festival was organized in 1992, where one could admire not only modern creations, but also ancient products.

Two major exhibitions on quilling 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 are actively exhibiting their creations at handicraft exhibitions and applied creativity Worldwide.

In South Korea, there is also an Association of Paper Plastic Lovers, uniting followers of the most different directions paper art, including paper rolling.

In Russia this art also became popular only towards the end of the 20th century, but is now gaining momentum and becoming more and more popular, especially since our masters skillfully combine in their works the precision and accuracy of European technology with the intricacies of Eastern technology.

Jungle Bird, Yulia Brodskaya, London

Quilling- This is an entertaining handmade paper craft for children and adults; in addition to receiving aesthetic pleasure, a person develops creative thinking, patience, perseverance, accuracy, and fine motor skills. Paper is a material accessible to everyone. It gives a lot of scope for creativity. Gives you the opportunity to feel like an artist - an endlessly creative person.

Story quilling not entirely common, he moved from West to East and back, enriching himself with the national characteristics of different cultures.

But paper is a short-lived material and little has survived from medieval masterpieces. In the 19th century, ladies of high society spent their leisure time in this way.

Paper is associated with fragility and fragility.

But quilling easily refutes this - works made from paper elements can be safely used in everyday life, for example, a candy bowl made using this technique will not break or fall apart.

In addition to Europe, he is also known in the East. There is even an Association of Quilling Fans in South Korea. But European and Eastern technology have their differences. European involves a small number of details, conciseness of work, mosaic work. Oriental quilling is masterpieces of jewelry made from hundreds of small details. Korean work is carried out over a long period of time and is distinguished by the greatest care.

At the moment there are many studios in Russia where you can master this type of needlework.

Quilling(English quilling - from the word quill "bird feather") - the art of making compositions (flat or three-dimensional) from narrow and long strips of paper twisted into spirals.

The twisted spirals are given different shapes and thus the elements of rolling paper are obtained; they are called modules. They are already the “building” material (bricks) in creating works - postcards, albums, paintings, photo frames, jewelry, decorative items, etc. Quilling paper can be the same color on both sides, or each side can be painted a different color.

The history of paper rolling goes back to Ancient Egypt, when various elements of decoration began to be made from the ancestor of modern paper - papyrus. Also in ancient times, this type of art was known in the East.

Although representatives of the clergy deny such a barbaric attitude towards holy books, suggesting that the scraps remaining after cutting the sheets should be used for decoration.

Quilling was very popular in 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 little things - from tea boxes and “warmers” for teapots to boxes 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, it was considered a ladies' pastime (and almost the only handicraft worthy of noble ladies).

Medieval box with quilling elements

For most of the 20th century, quilling was forgotten, and only at the end of the last century did paper rolling begin to turn into an art again, winning 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.

Two major exhibitions on quilling 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, quilling masters actively exhibit their creations at handicraft and applied arts exhibitions around the world.

In South Korea, there is also an Association of Paper Art Lovers, which unites followers of a variety of areas of paper art, including paper rolling.

In Russia, this art also became popular only towards the end of the 20th century, but is now gaining momentum and becoming more and more popular, especially since our masters skillfully combine in their works the precision and accuracy of European technology with the intricacies of the East.

Jungle Bird, Yulia Brodskaya, London