Quilled Mandalas 30 Paper Projects for Creativity and Relaxation

Two hot trends—paper quilling and mandala-themed crafting—come together in 30 new projects from the co-owner of the popular company, Quilled Creations. Alli Bartkowski explains the basic tools and techniques of quilling, from curling and crimping the paper to forming scrolls, strips, and rolls. Detailed step-by-step photos show all the shapes needed for the projects, which come in an assortment of 4”, 6”, and 8” designs with projects for the beginner, intermediate, and advanced quiller. Feel the calm and serenity created by the repetitive motions as you quill a Crimson Flower, Sunset, Snowflake, Peacock, and other vivid, beautiful mandalas.

Alli Bartkowski works, teaches, and writes on the forefront of the quilling industry with her creative kits and innovative tools. Her company, Quilled Creations, Inc. (quilledcreations.com) is the world’s leading supplier of paper quilling products. Alli is a member of the Craft & Hobby Association and an accredited member of the North American Quilling Guild. Her projects are featured in CardMaker magazine and on her blog on the Quilled Creations, Inc., website. Alli is the author of Quilled Flowers, Paper Quilling for the First Time, 50 Nifty Quilled Cards (all Lark), and Paper Quilling Kit for Dummies (Wiley). She lives in Fairport, NY.