Quilling course

Quilling, also known as paper filigree, is a decorative art that involves rolling, folding and shaping strips of paper to create designs and decorations. Here's an overview of how to start a quilling course and some suggestions for the materials you need:

Introduction to Quilling

Required Materials

1. Paper Strips: They are available in various widths and colors. You can buy them pre-cut or cut them yourself with a cutter.
2. Quilling Tool: It is a tool with a slot at the end for inserting and rolling paper strips.
3. Glue: White glue is ideal for quilling.
4. Toothpick: To apply glue precisely.
5. Work mat: A surface where you can work without getting dirty.
6. Tweezers: For manipulating small pieces of paper.
7. Quilling Template or Ruler: Help create uniform shapes.

Basic Techniques

1. Roll: Insert a strip of paper into the quilling tool and roll tightly. Release the pressure to obtain the desired size and glue the end.
2. Shape: Shape the rolled coils into different shapes such as circles, teardrops, ovals and hearts.
3. Combining: Combining different shapes to create more complex designs.

Examples of Projects for Beginners

1. Quilling flowers: Create petals and leaves with basic techniques and assemble them to form a flower.
2. Greeting Cards: Decorate cards with small quilling designs.
3. Paintings and Frames: Create more complex images that can be framed.

Quilling Course: Basic Structure

1. Lesson 1: Introduction and Materials

   • Introduction to quilling
   • Materials overview
   • Rolling and gluing exercises

2. Lesson 2: Basic Shapes

   • Creating basic shapes (circles, tears, etc.)
   • Practical exercises

3. Lesson 3: Combining Shapes

   • How to combine basic shapes to create simple designs
   • Project: Making a flower

4. Lesson 4: Advanced Projects

   • Advanced quilling techniques
   • Project: Creating a greeting card

5. Lesson 5: Personal Creations

   • Encourage students to create their own drawings
   • Advice and suggestions for future projects

About the Course

• Practical Demonstrations: Show you step by step how to create each shape and design.
• Practical Exercises: Provide sufficient time for practice during each lesson.
• Feedback and Corrections: Offer constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement.
• Creativity: Encourage experimentation and the creation of original projects.

For information on the course calendar and dates, contact us!