Paper Quilling Tips and Tricks

Here is a collection of articles here on my blog with paper quilling tips and tricks! Learn what the best glues to use are, how to cut your own paper strips, what tools are necessary, and much much more! If you are looking for actual paper quilling tutorials, click here to see my selection of free quilling tutorials!

Supplies

What supplies do you need for paper quilling? Learn all about them here! From the free to the fancy, it’s all here!

Glue

Glue, one of the most important aspects of paper quilling! Sure you can use any paper glue that you’d like, but which is best for you? Read these articles to find out more information about some of the best glues to use!

Sealant

Learn all about adding sealant to your paper quilling projects! What projects to use it on, which types work best, what sealant looks like, and more!

Using Spray Acrylic Sealant or Lacquer for Paper Quilled Jewelry

Dec 15, 2014

The answer to a frequently asked question: Can you use spray sealer to make your paper quilled jewelry water resistant?

Can You Use Clear Nail Polish to Waterproof Paper Quilled Jewelry?

Dec 1, 2014

A frequently asked question is fully answered here: Can you use clear nail polish to waterproof your paper quilled jewelry?

Sealant Experiments and Mistakes – Don’t Mix PPA Matte with Water!

Oct 9, 2014

Learn what not to do with your PPA when using it as a sealant for your jewelry.

Sealants and Glazes for Paper Quilling Jewelry – Gold Edged Paper in Bezel Ring – Diamond Glaze vs 3D Crystal Lacquer vs Crystal Coat Glaze vs Glossy Perfect Paper Adhesive

Sep 18, 2014

Check out how four different sealants compare when used in bezel rings with gold edged quilling paper. Diamond glaze, 3D crystal lacquer, crystal coat glaze, and glossy perfect paper adhesive.

Trying Some New Sealants

Mar 21, 2014

I have ordered a new sealant and a new topcoat to try out with paper quilled jewelry!

How to Use PPA as a Sealant for Paper Quilled Jewelry

Mar 19, 2014

Learn all of the tips and tricks on how to use PPA (perfect paper adhesive) as a sealant for your paper quilled jewelry!

Effects

There are so many awesome effects you can add to your paper quilling projects! From using specialty papers to adding mica watercolors, there are many ways to make your project just a little more awesome. Read all about them in these posts!

Technique

Read about some techniques for paper quilling! These are tips and tricks that have to do with design and techniques, but aren’t really full tutorials.