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Definition of quilling

quilling

/ˈkwɪl.ɪŋ/
quil · ling
Plural:quillings
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• noun

1

A decorative craft and art form that involves rolling, shaping, and gluing narrow strips of paper together to create intricate, three-dimensional filigree designs.

Example

"She spent the weekend practicing quilling to create handmade floral greeting cards for her friends."

2

A band of fabric, lace, or ribbon gathered into small, rounded, flute-like folds resembling a row of quills, used as trimming on garments.

Example

"The antique bonnet was trimmed with a delicate silk quilling around the brim."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the verb 'quill', referencing the historical practice by Renaissance nuns and artisans of using the hollow shaft of a bird's feather (quill) as a tool around which to roll and shape delicate strips of paper or fabric.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Quilling. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/quilling
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