Paper Quilling: The Long Lost Cousin Of Origami

Paper quilling has been labeled by many as "the best craft no one has ever heard of". Yet in all corners of the globe, and the web of course, you will find some of the most amazingly intricate work being done by a community of "quillers". Here are just 10 incredible paper quilling blogs from women all over the world.

1. Emperor Penguin Easter Egg by Inna from Inna's Creations

Inna Dorman of Inna's Creations / Via increations.blogspot.com

This amazing piece is an example of Easter Egg quilling; although it can certainly be enjoyed throughout the year. If you follow the link to Inna's awesome blog, you will find a sweet surprise from this penguin and many more paper quilling project ideas!

2. Paper Quilled Jewelry by Marissa from Sweethearts and Crafts

Marissa Agnew, Sweethearts and Crafts / Via sweetheartsandcrafts.com

Paper quilling can be used to make gorgeous jewelry pieces such as this seashell with starfish pendant and others by Marissa from Sweethearts and Crafts. After forming the shapes she desires she hand-paints each piece with a sealant to make it water resistant and suitable for wear. Find hundreds of photos of different earrings, necklaces, and ornaments on her blog.

3. Banyan Tree by Suganthi from DAYDREAMS

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This beautifully detailed art piece was a special custom request. The recipient must have been amazed at the intricacies in this work. Suganthi clearly loves creating and sharing her work, as she discusses how she creates each piece, and ends each blog post with well-wishes to her followers saying "Have a nice day".

4. 3D Quilled Clown Figurines by Pily from Crea Quilling

Pily Núñez, Crea Quilling / Via creaquilling.blogspot.com

One popular form of quilling is 3D quilling whereby the quiller creates figurines of all shapes and sizes. Here Pily has carefully crafted playful clowns and her blog displays some of the other infinite possibilities including angels, witches, and fairies.

5. Quilling for Kids by Svara from Honey's Quilling

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Honey's Quilling is a fantastic place for anyone to begin their quilling journey. Honey offers a variety of tutorials, tips, and tricks a quiller at any stage can appreciate. She has also brought her daughter, Svara, into the quilling spotlight. Svara's paper quilled dragonfly tutorial proves that kids can and should try quilling! She explains each step with precision and clearly takes after her mother in the talent department.

6. Rapunzel Quilling Adaptation by Pritesh from Quilling Me Softly, Art'zire

Pritesh Ananth Krishnan, Quilling Me Softly, Art'zire / Via quillingmesoftlee.blogspot.com

This jaw-dropping project took Pritesh two full months to create. The piece stands at a massive 3 feet by 4 feet and was adapted from a digital painting by Barnali Bagchi. Visit Pritesh's blog to see photos of her quilling in action, as well as various stages of completion on this amazing work of art.

7. Cherry Plum Blossoms by Manu from Quilling by ManuK

Manuela Koosch, Quilling by ManuK / Via manuk.ro

At first glance, one may never guess this piece is made from paper. Manu K takes precision to another level with her paper quilled flowers. From cherry plum blossoms to poppies to sunflowers, Manu delivers sweet paper perfection. Many pieces even include minute yet delicious additions of butterflies and honeybees.

8. Paper Quilled Monogram Letters by Stacy from Mainely Quilling

Stacy Bettencourt, Mainely Quilling Paper Artistry / Via mainelyquilling.com

It has taken a lot of practice for Stacy to quill these monogrammed letters with such finesse. But B must stand for Brilliant with this blue and cream 8x10 piece. As Stacy says, it has a very regal feel to it and takes time to achieve such an elegant look. However, she has practically perfected every letter of the alphabet!

9. Retro Circles Candle Holder by Erin from Little Circles

Erin Curet, Little Circles / Via littlecircles.net

This candle holder is retro chic defined! Erin graciously displays a tutorial on her website of how to make this unique piece. Her style is edgy and modern, and her blog is filled with giveaways, supplies, and free projects. Erin also does youtube instructional videos that are super easy to follow.

10. Dream on a Beam by Kristen from Get Your Roll On Quilling

Kristen Brunton, Get Your Roll On Quilling / Via getyourrollonquilling.com

Kristen discovered quilling when searching for a kid-friendly craft for her children. She has since turned her discovery into fantastically ornate works such as this large piece she entitled "Dream on a Beam". Kristen's attention to detail and passion are very clear in this work and many others you can see in her online gallery. When asked what it takes to be a quiller she simply states, "Love and passion."