The Art of Quilling Paper Jewelry: Techniques & Projects for Metallic Earrings & Pendants

by Ann Martin

Overview

Create exquisite paper jewelry with the look of copper, silver, and gold!
 
Discover how the centuries old technique of quilling paper can give you modern, sophisticated jewelry without a high price tag. Author and quilling enthusiast Ann Martin shows you how to turn metallic-edged papers into stunning—and sturdy—earrings and pendants in The Art of Quilling Paper Jewelry.
 
Whether you're an experienced jewelry maker looking for new techniques or a quiller who wants to turn your creations into one-of-a-kind jewelry, this guide to gilded paper jewelry has what you need. Pairing step-by-step illustrations with detailed tutorials on rolling coils, scrolls, and other unique quilled shapes, The Art of Quilling Paper Jewelry shows you how to create twenty eye-catching designs. With Ann's expert guidance and a few minimal tools and supplies, you can create your own wearable paper art and more!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781632505774
Publisher:	Penguin Publishing Group
Publication date:	09/06/2017
Pages:	144
Sales rank:	242,970
Product dimensions:	8.20(w) x 10.70(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

Ann Martin has been quilling since 2002 when she was instantly captivated by a magazine article about the beautiful art of paper rolling. Her work and tutorials have appeared on television, in books, including her own All Things Paper and Creative Paper Quilling, as well as in craft, card making, and handmade jewelry magazines. Ann’s popular blog, AllThingsPaper.net features her designs and the work of other remarkable paper artists from around the world.

Editorial Reviews

11/15/2017
Martin (Creative Paper Quilling) demonstrates a different use for quilled paper creations in this collection of jewelry projects featuring scrolls, coils, and other quilled designs. It begins with an overview of quilling supplies, including tips on workspace organization and supply storage, followed by a tutorial on the coil and scroll shapes used in the projects. Each individual design lists the particular shapes used, which is especially helpful for beginners, as well as the necessary tools and jewelry findings, plus illustrated instructions. Designs range from simple earrings featuring tight coils to elaborate pendants with coils, scrolls, and coils sculpted into a variety of shapes. VERDICT This beautiful collection opens up numerous options for quilling beyond the standard surface decoration and may inspire crafters to give this ages-old craft a try.

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