Exhibition: Quilling Inspirations - Fellows of the Quilling Guild
4th Jul 2025
This exhibition presents a selection of work by Fellows of the Quilling Guild, offering a friendly introduction to what can be achieved using the technique of quilling. The display brings together a mix of simple and more detailed pieces, showing the precision and considered design that can be achieved with rolled paper strips. While some works are small and straightforward, the overall aim is to inspire people who are new to quilling and to give a sense of the different directions the craft can take.
Quilling is an historical papercraft in which narrow strips of paper are rolled, shaped and glued to form decorative designs. It is thought to have originated in Europe during the Renaissance period (15th–16th century), where it was practised by nuns and monks, before becoming popular in Britain in the 18th century among ‘ladies of leisure’. The Quilling Guild, formed in 1983, supports and promotes the craft through events, exhibitions and the sharing of knowledge among practitioners. quilling-guild.co.uk
Quilling is an historical papercraft in which narrow strips of paper are rolled, shaped and glued to form decorative designs. It is thought to have originated in Europe during the Renaissance period (15th–16th century), where it was practised by nuns and monks, before becoming popular in Britain in the 18th century among ‘ladies of leisure’. The Quilling Guild, formed in 1983, supports and promotes the craft through events, exhibitions and the sharing of knowledge among practitioners. quilling-guild.co.uk
Location: The Art Space, Cass Art Liverpool
Dates: 24th June - 4th July 2026
Admission: FREE
Events
Drop-in Quilling Taster Sessions: Try quilling for yourself in a relaxed, informal setting
- Location: The Art Space, Cass Art Liverpool
- Dates & times: Sunday 28th June and Friday 3rd July 2026, 11am - 4pm
- All materials provided
Beautiful Borders Quilling Day – Liverpool: A full day of creativity and inspiration. Design a quilled border around a name or word, with a professional calligrapher completing the centre. Suitable for beginners and experienced quillers. Attendees are also welcome to work on their own projects and share their work.
- Location: Quaker Meeting House, 22 School Lane, Liverpool L1 3BT (just up the road from Cass Art)
- Date & times: Saturday 4th July 2026, 10am – 4pm (or come at any time)
- Admission: FREE to Quilling Guild members.
- To book: join the Quilling Guild for just £10 by visiting the website and email to reserve your place: quillingguild@gmail.com
Please note: This exhibition has step-free access. Exhibitions and events at Cass Art Liverpool take place on the shop floor during trading hours. Please expect typical levels of sound, light, and activity.
