Welcome to the North American Quilling Guild website!

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The North American Quilling Guild (NAQG) is a group of enthusiastic and dedicated quillers with one mission: to promote the lovely art of quilling and ensure that it is passed on to future generations.

The NAQG was officially formed in 2000, after several years of informal meetings. We are not affiliated with, nor in competition with The Quilling Guild in the UK, but are an independent and separate entity. Both guilds are dedicated to promoting and preserving this unique and beautiful art form.

Many people have discovered that quilling is a highly versatile and rewarding form of artistic expression. This nearly forgotten art is experiencing a modern revival, and interest is growing daily. The NAQG is committed to providing support and assistance to help quillers discover and perfect their quilling technique, and share information, patterns, and tips.

Membership is open to quillers of all levels and quilling enthusiasts worldwide. No matter where you live, or what your skill level, we invite you to join your fellow quillers at NAQG!

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What is Quilling?

Quilling, also known as Paper Filigree or Filigrana, is an ancient art form that some say dates back to the ancient Egyptians, who used thin strips of metal. During the Renaissance, Italian nuns and monks use paper strips to create quilling used to decorate religious items. Quilling involves taking strips of paper and twirling, rolling, shaping, and gluing them together. The name Quilling is derived from the name of the tool that the 16th century nuns used to create their shapes. Today we are fortunate to have access to a variety of papers in varying lengths and widths to create our quilled masterpieces.

Questions? Please contact us: Need login information to enter the NAQG Members' Corner? Contact Antonella, our webmistress. Wondering about the status of your new or renewal membership? Contact our Membership Chairperson. Think you may have missed an issue of Quill America?Contact our QA Editors. Have other questions for NAQG? Email info@naqg.org and be sure to include "NAQG" in the subject line. Questions or comments about the website? Contact our webmistress. Thank you!