Definition

The art of making decorative shapes and designs by rolling and shaping thin strips of paper.

Example

She spent the afternoon practicing quilling to create beautiful cards.

Conversation

Have you ever tried quilling before?

No, I haven't, but I've seen some beautiful designs online.

It's such a fun art form; you can create anything from flowers to animals.

That sounds amazing! I might have to give quilling a shot someday.

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Root Explanation

Quilling originates from the word 'quill' (from Old French *coille*, meaning a feather or a pen) combined with the suffix '-ing' (indicating the action or process of). The term 'quilling' refers to the process of creating decorative designs using strips of paper that are rolled, shaped, and glued together, reminiscent of the way quills were used for writing.

Memory Tip

Think of 'quill' as a feather used for writing, and remember that 'quilling' is the art of creating designs, much like writing beautiful letters.

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