Quilling Basics: Finishing & Sealing

[@witchywoman4139]

I didn't hear a word you said, I was too busy sitting here slack-jawed, eyes glazed, absolutely mesmorized by your artistry. I'll have to watch it again so as to get your tips, but the eye-candy was well worth the viewing time! Absolutely exquisite.

[@quillingquelly1785]

Awwww. That’s the sweetest thing anyone has ever said in a comments section! Thank YOU for watching! If you haven’t already, join us on Facebook in our group Quilltopia.

[@winonasmith7404]

This is one of the most informative quilling videos I have ever seen. I love…love your project and can’t wait to see the finished product. Thank you so much for sharing this video!

[@quillingquelly1785]

Thank you for watching!! More to come! :)

[@ritsy5106]

Simply amazing! I can't help to be hypnotized by this piece. Not only you are so good with your technique, but the combination of these happy colors are beyond beautiful. I can't wait for the final master piece!!! 😍

[@quillingquelly1785]

Thank you!! Thank you so much for watching! More to come soon! :)

[@KtCleansAlot]

Oh dang, I didnt realize I was suppose to make the quilling project on top of another surface. I keep glueing it straight onto a piece of cardstock and then fighting the paper so it doesnt become mis-shapen (im new to this, just started quilling a week ago). I'm so glad I watched this video. Great info!!

[@quillingquelly1785]

Thank you for watching! This is exactly why I make these videos. I don't want folks to get discouraged and stop quilling! :) I also have a new FB group, feel free to join us! facebook.com/groups/661662918171758

[@Laved7]

Me too! I have been frustrated with the paper curling. Thanks for the glueing tips and how to mount ypur piece. Very helpful!

[@donnahaggerty53]

found this a year after you made it, what a superb video!! Besides another being mesmerized by your creation which is very inspiration ...i want to do one now, you honor us with a fascinating amount of good tips. I now have this in My Save Video folder. Thanks so much for sharing your experiences and knowledge.

[@quillingquelly1785]

Thank you for watching! We have a FB group called Quilltopia, we would love to see you there!

[@paulineaitman698]

Thank you for sharing the press n seal it has changed my life I love the piece in this video you have helped me a lot

[@quillingquelly1785]

You are very welcome! And, thank you for watching! Feel free to join us in Quilltopia Group on Facebook. ;)

[@Danele66]

Fantastic video. I"ve been quilling for years yet learn something new and innovative all the time. Thanks for making this very informative video. :)

[@LisaSare]

I love your art. I just love it! The color and flow and everything is amazing!

[@quillingquelly1785]

Thank you!! I appreciate you watching! Feel free to join us on Facebook in Quilltopia!

[@CraftyKing]

I love this piece! So beautiful. It’s like a doodle but 3d! I do stained glass too!

[@quillingquelly1785]

Thank you! I was attempting to mimic an acrylic pour painting. ATTEMPTING is the key word. ;) Thank you for watching! Come join us on Facebook in Quilltopia. ;)

[@elizabethgernak2465]

Thank you! You rock this art form!

[@quillingquelly1785]

Thank you for watching!

[@Taitcreates639]

Excellent tutorial, goegeouse piece of art

[@quillingquelly1785]

I’m glad you liked it! Thank you for watching!! Feel free to join us on Facebook in the group Quilltopia. ❤️

[@francepilon6542]

Thanh you so much for these exceptional technical information. I particulary appreciate the quality and clarity of your explanations. This comment does not express my appreciation for the generosity you are showing in sharing your knowledge. I don’t speak English very well, so please excuse my simplicity of expression. I am a french canadian and I am living in Québec province. ☺️

[@quillingquelly1785]

Thank you! That makes it all worth the efforts! :) Thank you for watching!

[@melindaostergren8115]

Your piece reminds me of the work of my favorite art quilter, Caryl Bryer Fallert

[@wendymccormack7929]

I can’t wait to see the finished piece, absolutely love this. So beautiful 😍

[@quillingquelly1785]

Thanks so much! When it is done, I'll be sure to share it! :) Thanks for watching!

[@analiaruiz1030]

Gracias igual miro tu talento,haces cosas muy hermosas🌷

[@yvonneiversen8749]

Outstanding video and information. Thank you. I have subscribed.

[@nancyrivera5907]

Que trabajo tan impresionante 😮, ya quiero ver el trabajo terminado

[@quillingquelly1785]

¡Muchas gracias! ¡Gracias por ver! ¡Más muy pronto!

[@tonim6717]

Very informative video and the artwork is amazing! You are so talented!

[@quillingquelly1785]

Thank you so much for watching! You are welcome to join us on Facebook in Quilltopia.

[@AJ-lp5fk]

Thanks for the video! Been quilling for over 10 years and not once thought to use the kabuki brush and I never would have thought to pounce it not wipe it. How do you ensure your kabuki doesn’t get clogged up with glue? Dish soap and water? Also, if I don’t want my finish sealer to be glossy, what would you use? I always put my art behind glass but it would b handy to know which sealer to use. I’ve been using mod podge acrylic spray on some pieces.

[@quillingquelly1785]

Thank you for watching! Great questions! Since I use PVA (school glue), it cleans up with just water. The spray I use also comes in a flat finish. Any clear spray, no mater the level of gloss, will work just fine. Again, thanks for watching! Please come join us on Facebook in Quilltopia!

[@quillingquelly1785]

Oh. And just fyi. The sealing will help protect your project from UV light, which can fade your paper over time!

[@lynnplesha5728]

Great video!!

[@quillingquelly1785]

Thank you so much! Feel free to join us on Facebook at Quilltopia. :)

[@createdbycaprice]

I love this video! I have learned so much. Question...when I turned my piece over and tried to glue it with a makeup brush like you did, the middle of my coils lifted up. What did I do wrong?

[@quillingquelly1785]

Thank you for watching! I answered you in Quilltopia! Let me know if you need anything further! :)

[@denabarnum8923]

@@quillingquelly1785what is quilltopia?

[@DressYourHorse]

Remarkable video - You give so much valuable information and share your personal process exceedingly well. I've encountered some things you mention. In particular, I'm great with glueing my individual pieces together (last year's snowflakes for instance) and then I wanted to stiffen/seal them to work as lovely ornaments. Wow, I mostly ruined them all. I used modpodge on the back and the result was that all my open circles gave way and mostly became open completely. They curls simply gave up & disappeared. I'm hoping your video will be a big guide. So I must say, thank you ever so much for your beautiful detail and explanations. I hope my luck improves.

[@quillingquelly1785]

Awww. Thank you!! I hope it helps too! Small thin coats so the paper doesn’t get damp and your open coils will love you! Good luck! More videos are coming!

[@DressYourHorse]

@@quillingquelly1785 Thank you again. I'm going for more complex pieces, particularly horses, so this will help me a lot.

[@quillingquelly1785]

I just answered another quiller on a question and it made me think of your snowflakes. (heartbreaking when they get spoiled). Anyway, I have a video about an easy, quilled flower. In the video I show how to offset an open coil and I explain why. This may help with your issue...give it a look-see and let me know if it helps!

[@nidhipanwar5528]

hi, love your work its great ..can you please suggest me what is the best substitute for matte finish krylon spray matte finish

[@quillingquelly1785]

I’d say any high-quality clear spray. The Rustolium is ok, I just find their nozzle gets clogged easy. Thanks for watching!

[@nidhipanwar5528]

@@quillingquelly1785 thank you 😊

[@dannyholmes9775]

Will you be doing other videos like this .?

[@dannyholmes9775]

Hey ! Hello there znd Hi ! Just tuned in on the show ! New here watching your video. Question ! Where and how did you come by all those beautiful colors wow ! Im new at learning the quilling technique . Your colors are so bright . At first looked liked acry.ic paint i thought .this is great . How long did it take you to get that far quilling .Just love your color variations .

[@quillingquelly1785]

I have several sources for paper. The place where I had the majority of my supply is no longer in business. However I do have a source, come join us on Facebook in the group Quilltopia. I will put you in touch with that source n that group. ;) thanks for watching! I’ve been quilling for 30 years. This was intended to look like an acrylic pour painting.

[@ncrespo126]

I'd love to know if you did the fish?!?

[@ClaraScubla]

Hi, I'm so happy I found you . I just started quilling and your information was truly great. I was wondering where did you find your quilling board or is it just a cork covered message board? thanks for your info.

[@quillingquelly1785]

I’m glad you found me too! If you go to my tools video I have links posted in the comments. This should also help save you some $$ since you can pick and choose what you need rather than kits.

[@quillingquelly1785]

Also forgot to tell you you can also find me on Facebook in the group Quilltopia. We are a community of helpers.

[@dannyholmes9775]

Question please. Where abouts did you get your colored pa per ?

[@AyerJess]

Thank you for this video. I'm starting to get back into quilling after a long break from the artform and my biggest frustration was always that none of the books or online tutorials ever told you how to finish/seal a piece. Do you ever make jewelry? I'm wondering how to make it feel sturdy enough to wear without feeling like I'm going to smash it. Most glazes I've tried discolored the paper.

[@quillingquelly1785]

I don’t make jewelry but the principles still apply. Many folks in our Facebook group, Quilltopia, do make jewelry. Come join us there and ask away. We are a community of helpmates. ;) Thank you for watching!!

[@elizabethgernak2465]

I have a question. You are the expert. I want to attach quilled flowers to a clear acrylic disk. Best adhesive? Tips? Thank you

[@quillingquelly1785]

I'm not sure "expert" applies...lol. But, I'd try a craft glue first. If that doesn't do it, "Goop" brand makes several adhesives that have different specialties. The Craft version may do it, if not, I'd check your local hardware store (Ace Hardware, where I am). Goop has glues that are specific to the types of materials you need to adhere and they likely have one for Acrylic/plastics that would work fine. Good luck!! Let me know how it turns out!!

[@llcannon]

Where do you find sticky one side cling wrap?

[@quillingquelly1785]

If you are in the US it is Glad Press N Seal. I’m not sure it’s available outside the US…? Thank you for watching tho!!

[@llcannon]

Thank you!!

[@Thatbaddie_620]

Do you buy the individual colors or the packs with coordinating colors

[@quillingquelly1785]

I always buy the individual packs. (the multi packs don't have enough of each color to suit me) Are you in the states? I am happy to share the links of where I find my supplies. :) Thanks for watching!

[@Thatbaddie_620]

@@quillingquelly1785 I live in Greater Houston area

[@quillingquelly1785]

@@Thatbaddie_620 Excellent! I recommend Little Circles. They have the best quality that I've found and the widest variety of color. (I asked where because she doesn't ship outside the US). littlecircles.co/ It's also independently, woman-owned. :) She will usually also include a gift pack of paper when you order. :) Not always, but most of the time. :)

[@rebeccaready9159]

Where do you get your art boards from. Plus, where can you get glass or plexiglass that size from.

[@quillingquelly1785]

I buy mine thru Amazon. Below is a link. I've also seen them at Hobby Lobby in a variety of sizes but they are less expensive through Amazon. There is also an isle at Hobby Lobby that has wood cut-outs and I found some there once, on sale. www.amazon.com/Wood-Art-Boards/b?ie=UTF8&node=12896351 Hope this helps and thanks for watching!

[@quillingquelly1785]

I neglected to say, that any glass shop can cut glass for you while you wait. Plexiglass is sometimes harder to find, but most cities will have a plastics supplier/manufacturer. In my case, I work with Stained Glass as well, so I'm going to cut a piece that I've had forever. :) I'll border it with copper and patina it to look black.

[@dannyholmes9775]

I started watching this gal and she is all the way from her couuntry of Korea . So ! She was doing this project 3d Origami of an Elephant then she did all this different shapes Quilling on her elephant which turned out great hard work She said she started doing her work back in 2009 . She is on UTube .

[@annadavis7435]

what are you using for your quilling board? is it a cork board? edit: never mind - my question was answered later in the video :)

[@quillingquelly1785]

@@annadavis7435 in my tools video I be included links to all my items. ;) Thanks for watching!!

[@nicholahartwell5868]

So very beautiful!!! Please don’t fill the whole board!?! There is a lot to be said for negative space highlighting a feature, and developing the 3D aspect, which creates a more impressive piece. But I’m sure you already know that from acrylic pouring!! Amazing work with such patience!!

[@quillingquelly1785]

I considered that but it wasn’t pleasing without the texture and appeared unfinished. I wanted it to appear to be running over the sides. I have others w negative space but they are underwhelming. Thanks for watching!

[@dannyholmes9775]

BTW ! Greetings from the State of Washington U.S.A .

[@analiaruiz1030]

Sería bueno traducir a español

[@quillingquelly1785]

Lamentablemente, no tengo talento para los idiomas. Verificaré si mi software tiene una opción para subtítulos de idioma. ¡Gracias por ver! (written w assistance from google translate)