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My quilling is reminiscent of the nun's paper filigree of the 16th century that is found in American Museums and Prince Albert museum in London England.

They covered boxes, religious adornments and tea caddies. Whereas I produce individual items. I quill embellishments for scrapbooks, invitations, and announcements. Jewelry, stem glass charms and cards are among some of the simpler items I make. I have also taken this art form a little further and specialize in three dimensional works of art.

These reflect the world around us--animals, music, nature, hobbies etc. This paper filigree, as it is known by, is produced by shaping specially cut paper 1/8inch wide into various shapes to combine into the finished art. Occasionally I use up to 1/4 inch wide paper. The lengths vary from 1 inch to 8 inches long. Each piece of this paper is hand rolled on a tool or in my fingers producing the exact tension desired for the shape I require. This requires patience and a gentle touch.

I teach classes in quilling and am trying to revive it to its original form of art.