Free Winter and Christmas Quilling Patterns

Wow! Can you believe how many patterns I have posted on this site? I know that I can't.In an effort to make life easier for all of us, I am going to try to simplify the pattern lists for everyone. I have found many patterns along the way that I did not have a link to, so this exercise has definitely been worthwhile.Please find a list of patterns related...

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Free Tropical Quilling Patterns

Wow! Can you believe how many patterns I have posted on this site? I know that I can't.In an effort to make life easier for all of us, I am going to try to simplify the pattern lists for everyone. I have found many patterns along the way that I did not have a link to, so this exercise has definitely been worthwhile.Please find a list of patterns with...

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Free Fall Quilling Patterns

Wow! Can you believe how many patterns I have posted on this site? I know that I can't.In an effort to make life easier for all of us, I am going to try to simplify the pattern lists for everyone. I have found many patterns along the way that I did not have a link to, so this exercise has definitely been worthwhile.Please find a list of patterns related...

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Free Flower or Floral Patterns

Wow! Can you believe how many patterns I have posted on this site? I know that I can't.In an effort to make life easier for all of us, I am going to try to simplify the pattern lists for everyone. I have found many patterns along the way that I did not have a link to, so this exercise has definitely been worthwhile.Please find a list of patterns related...

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Free Angel and Cross Patterns

Wow! Can you believe how many patterns I have posted on this site? I know that I can't.In an effort to make life easier for all of us, I am going to try to simplify the pattern lists for everyone. I have found many patterns along the way that I did not have a link to, so this exercise has definitely been worthwhile.Please find a list of patterns related...

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Free Bird and Animal Patterns

Wow! Can you believe how many patterns I have posted on this site? I know that I can't.In an effort to make life easier for all of us, I am going to try to simplify the pattern lists for everyone. I have found many patterns along the way that I did not have a link to, so this exercise has definitely been worthwhile.Please find a list of patterns related...

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Free Love and Wedding Patterns

Wow! Can you believe how many patterns I have posted on this site? I know that I can't.In an effort to make life easier for all of us, I am going to try to simplify the pattern lists for everyone. I have found many patterns along the way that I did not have a link to, so this exercise has definitely been worthwhile.Please find a list of patterns related...

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Free Quilling Scroll Shape Instructions

Scrolls, scrolls, and more scrolls... They are so much fun to make and use in your quilling.The following are links to instructions that I have posted for making these shapes:Loose or Open ScrollS-scrollC-scrollHeart Scroll or Open HeartSpiralDouble ScrollDouble Scroll with TailKissing S-scrollsHeart-T-scrollFlagEnjoy!Copyright for Personal Use Antonella...

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Free Quilling Coil or Circle Shape Instructions

The traditional shapes used in quilling are the coil shapes. Sometimes people will refer to them as circle shapes, but this is not a common reference. Most of the quilling that is done uses these basic shapes.The following are links to instructions that I have posted for making these shapes:Tight Coil or Tight Roll or Peg ShapeGrape Roll (a variation...

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Kissing S-Scroll Heart Instructions

I really love S-Scrolls - they are so delicate and make any quilled item look so pretty. This is one of my favorite ways to use them, they do double duty as a sweet Heart Scroll. A friend of mine, Molly Smith, calls these beauties Open Hearts with Tails).They are very easy to make.... Just a 2 step processFirst, make 2 S-ScrollsSecond, place them facing...

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Quilling Spiral Shape Instructions

Instructions for making the Spiral shape are as follows (note: These instructions can be used no matter what length or width paper you are using):To make this shape a needle tool, dowel, knitting needle or some such tool to create the spiral shape.A trick is to moisten the end of the strip, either by using a moist towel or sponge.Take the quilling...

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Quilling Double Scroll and Double Scroll with Tail Instructions

The following instructions are for the Double Scroll and a variation of the same pattern Double Scroll with Tail.Instructions for making the Double Scroll shape are as follows (note: These instructions can be used no matter what length or width paper you are using):Take the quilling strip and fold it nearly in half, leave about 1/8 in (.3 cm) between...

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Quilling Heart Scroll or Open Heart Shape Instructions

The Heart Scroll or Open Heart gets its name from the shape it takes when completed, as can be seen from the picture, it looks like a heartInstructions for making the Heart Scroll or Open Heart shape are as follows (note: These instructions can be used no matter what length or width paper you are using):Take the quilling strip and fold it in half,...

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Quilling C-Scroll Shape Instructions

The C-Scroll gets its name from the shape it takes when completed, as can be seen from the picture, it looks like a "C" Instructions for making the C-Scroll shape are as follows (note: These instructions can be used no matter what length or width paper you are using):Begin by conditioning the quilling strip. This is done by running your fingernail...

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Quilling S-Scroll Shape Instructions

The S-Scroll gets its name from the shape it takes when completed, as can be seen from the picture, it looks like an "S"Instructions for making the S-Scroll shape are as follows (note: These instructions can be used no matter what length or width paper you are using):Begin by conditioning the quilling strip. This is done by running your fingernail...

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Quilling Shape Marquis, Marquise, or Eye Shape Instructions

The marquis / marquise or eye shape is used in a lot of flower and petal designs and also when doing fill-in type work.Instructions for making the Teardrop or Raindrop shape are as follows (note: These instructions can be used no matter what length or width paper you are using):Begin by conditioning the quilling strip. This is done by running your...

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Quilling Shape Heart Coil Shape Instructions

Instructions for making the Heart (coil) shape are as follows (note: These instructions can be used no matter what length or width paper you are using):Begin by conditioning the quilling strip. This is done by running your fingernail or needle tool along the end of the strip. The paper will begin to curl as the fibers in the paper are broken down.Place...

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Quilling Shape Teardrop or Raindrop Shape Instructions

The teardrop shape is used in a lot of flower designs and also when doing fill-in type work.Instructions for making the Teardrop or Raindrop shape are as follows (note: These instructions can be used no matter what length or width paper you are using):Begin by conditioning the quilling strip. This is done by running your fingernail or needle tool along...

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Quilling Open Coil or Loose Scroll Instructions

These instructions are for making the Loose Coil Shape and the Open Coil Shape.Instructions for making the Loose Scroll or Open Coil shape are as follows (note: These instructions can be used no matter what length or width paper you are using):Begin by conditioning the quilling strip. This is done by running your fingernail or needle tool along the...

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Quilling Loose Coil Instructions

Instructions for making the Loose Coil shape are as follows (note: These instructions can be used no matter what length or width paper you are using):Begin by conditioning the quilling strip. This is done by running your fingernail or needle tool along the end of the strip. The paper will begin to curl as the fibers in the paper are broken down.Place...

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December Quilling Patterns

Welcome to the December 2008 Accord Quilling Calendar Pattern ListingI am providing you a list of all the patterns and the name of the artist who graciously allowed Accord to print them.December 2008 Accord Calendar Projects1 - NOEL (Artist: Malinda Johnston)2 - Candies (Artist: Vikki Nimmo, www.quillessentials.com)3 - Snowman and Tree (Artist: Kay...

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Summer Tag Swap

I know that I usually post about quilling projects, but I wanted to indulge in some of my other interests for a moment. This is a picture of a Summer Tag Swap that I participated in. This was for one of the groups I belong to. The only guideline is that it had to be a Summer Theme.I hand cut the tag, I cut a rectangle and then shaped the top into...

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November Quilling Patterns

Welcome to the November 2008 Accord Quilling Calendar Pattern ListingI am providing you a list of all the patterns and the name of the artist who graciously allowed Accord to print them.November 2008 Accord Calendar Projects1/2 - Button Mushrooms (Artist: Holly Miller)3 - Apples (Artist: Stephanie Lucy Djunaedi)4 - Mushroom and Peas (Artist: Cathy...

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Free Quilled Witch Hat

This is a fun project for Halloween. A Witches Hat, with some great green hair.Hat1 - 24 in (60.8 cm) Black Shaped Teardrop1 - 12 inch (30.4 cm) Black Shaped Teardrop4 - 1.5 inch (3.8 cm) Purple Spirals (arrange in flower shape and attach to hat)Hair8 Green (6 inch, 15.2 cm) Spiral, cut to 1/16 inch, .15 cm wideArrange as shown in picture.Enjoy!Copyright...

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What is Halloween Anyway?

I know, it is a bit early for Halloween, but I wanted to share a little about Halloween before I share some quilling projects for everyone.I guess there is no definitive answer for how Halloween came about, but this is one thought.Several sources say that it dates back to the Celts who believed that on October 31st the spirits of the dead walk the...

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October Quilling Patterns

Welcome to the October 2008 Accord Quilling Calendar Pattern ListingI am providing you a list of all the patterns and the name of the artist who graciously allowed Accord to print them. These patterns are in the 2008 Accord Quilling Pattern. If the pattern is mine, I have included a link to the pattern online. If I know where a pattern can be found,...

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Free Quilling Pattern School Bus

For all of you who have a child going on a schoolbus, here is a cute project just for you. After he was finished, he looked like he had developed a personality, what do you think? I think he looks like he has a face. He could go on a card or scrapbook page to commemorate their first day on the bus!I call this: Safety First School BusBody30 Yellow (3...

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What Weight Paper Should I Use for Quilling?

I had someone ask me about paper weight, specifically, what weight paper should she use when cutting her own paper? What a brave soul she is to cut her own. Here is my response:Hello Sylvia,This is not an easy question to answer. I will share you my thoughts/experience and encourage you to experiment. Yes, experiment, play, you may find something...

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