Paper Roll Gamer

 What is a paper quilled heart How to paper quill a heart Ways to use a heart  Great for more than just love confessions Just like love, paper quilled hearts are finicky. As a loose coil shape, they can turn out different each time you make them. On the plus side, hearts can be so many different things, depending on what color or type of paper you use. Try experimenting with hearts in your next paper quilling project! Basic process of paper quilling a heart 1. With a toothpick, roll up a strip of paper. Expand into a loose coil, then glue to secure it 2. Pinch the coil into a teardrop 3. Place the round part of the teardrop face up, then lightly and firmly poke the toothpick down onto the center Note: The looser the coil, the bigger the heart, and the more irregular the center will be. Tighter coils make smaller hearts, but the center is pretty solid. You can also pinch the top part of the heart to make it look rounder, instead of like a letter V. Heart Designs -Use white pape...

 Supplies Instructions Variations The S-class hero cyborg. In cute form.  One Punch Man is a popular series about various heroes that protect the Earth from monsters. Genos is one of these heroes, and he is a very serious cyborg with deadly incinerator weapons in his arms. It just so happens that the paper quilled marquis shape is perfect for crafting Genos' messy anime hair. Read on; you won't be disappointed! What you will need: -Glue -Toothpick -Pen -Scrap white paper strips -Background paper (I used blue 8" x 11" computer paper) -Ten 11" grey strips (for the arms, hands) -Nine 11" black strips (for the eyes, pants, shoes) -Five 11" navy strips (for the shirt, arms) -Two 5.5" yellow strips (for the eyes; I just ripped an 11" yellow strip in half) -Twenty six 11" brown strips (for the hair) -Two 2.75" brown strips (for the eyebrows; I ripped an 11" brown strip in half, then each of those halves in half) -Two 22" peach str...

 What is a paper quilled marquis  How to make a paper quilled marquis  Ways to use a marquis Eyes are the window into the soul A marquis (pronounced MAR KEY) has the swirly round center of a paper quilled coil, along with tapered left and right sides. In other words, a marquis looks like a human eye. You get many customizable options with the marquis; you can use multi-color strips, or change the orientation, or use patterns. Spice up your next paper quilling design and experiment with a marquis or two. Basic process of paper quilling a marquis 1. Use a toothpick to roll an entire strip of paper 2. Expand to make a loose coil, then glue to secure 3. Pinch both the left and right sides of the circle, to form a marquis / eye shape    Note: Marquis can be made with tight coils, but you'll need to apply more pressure. When using loose coils, the resulting marquis is more swirly and cool-looking. Either version is completely acceptable to use, so don't hold back! Mar...

 Supplies Directions Ways to change it up Use arrowheads to make a Solrock! Solrock is a floating, psychic rock-type Pokemon that first appeared in Pokemon Ruby and Sapphire. This pokemon can spin quickly to produce a strong light, and absorbs light during the day. Supposedly Solrock came from the Sun in outer space, like a meteorite. Instead of catching this pokemon, just paper quill a Solrock instead!  What you will need: -Glue -Toothpick -Background paper (I just used 8" x 11" computer paper) -One 66" orange paper strip (for the body) -Four 22" yellow paper strips (for the bigger spikes) -Eleven 11" yellow paper strips (for the smaller spikes, eyes, body detail) -One 11" red paper strip (cut it in half, then cut each half in half, to get paper strips that are 2.75". Use one 2.75" strip to make the red inner part of the eye) -Six 11" black paper strips (for the eyes, eyelashes) 11" is 28 cm, 22" is 56 cm, and 168" is cm To g...

 What is a paper quilled arrowhead How to make a paper quilled arrowhead Ways to use an arrowhead While paper quilled arrows can vary from thick to thin, arrowheads can only have one shape. Arrowheads always form a thin diamond shape, much like a crystal. If you're looking to practice paper quilling, try making lots of arrowheads first. Experiment with different sizes, paper types, multiple colors, and multiple patterns to decide which type of paper quilling collage suits your fancy. Basic process of paper quilling an arrowhead 1. Use a toothpick to roll up an entire paper strip 2. Slide the coil off the toothpick, then expand to make a loose coil 3. Glue the remaining end of the paper to the coil, to secure it 4. First pinch one side of the coil, then pinch both sides of the coil, to form an arrowhead shape <>   Note: Unlike most other loose coil, irregular paper quilling shapes, it's easy to make arrowheads the same shape and size. There can be some variation, but once...

 Supplies Instructions Variations Decorate your office with this cute red panda coworker! Aggretsuko is a Netflix anime that follows the daily life of Retsuko, a female red panda. By day she works in the company's Accounting department, and by night she goes to karaoke and unleashes her pent up work stress by singing death metal songs. Unlike Retsuko's harrowing workplace struggles, this paper quilling design is a breeze! Simply mix and match both loose and tight coil shapes to create this cute design.  What you will need:  -Glue -Toothpick -Background paper (I used blue, 8" x 11" computer paper) -Six 11" dark blue strips (for the clothes) -Three 11" light orange strips (for the tail) -Eleven 22" light orange strips (for the fur/body) -Twenty 11" white strips (for the ears, fur, clothes, arms) -Five 22" white strips (for the ears, face) -Six 11" black strips (for the face, shoes) -Ten 11" brown strips (for the face, paws, neck, tail)...

 What is a paper quilled ring How to make a paper quilled ring Ways to use a ring The one shape to rule them all At first glance, rings seems to have only one purpose. But rings are more than just a circle shape. You can make an outline around other shapes, and rings can be pinched into all the other paper quilling shapes. Make sure to experiment with paper quilled rings - you won't regret it!  Basic process of paper quilling a ring 1. Use a PEN/handle of a paper quilling needle (not toothpick) to roll up an entire paper strip 2. Slide the ring off the pen, and glue both loose ends to the ring to secure them (or expand the ring to make it larger, then glue it) Note: Gluing the ring immediately creates a small ring. Small rings are very sturdy, and can't be pinched into too many different shapes. Expanding the ring makes it bigger, but also less robust. Big rings may not keep their shape, but can be pressed into many different quilling shapes. Ring designs -Use black paper to m...

 Supplies Directions Ways to change it up Craft a diamond sword in real life!   Ah yes, everyone's favorite exploration/survival/building 3D structures video game: Minecraft. Most players spend months exploring the world, trying to find the legendary diamond ore, so they can craft the legendary diamond sword. After creating the sword, the player can finally defeat the Ender Dragon and beat the game. Fortunately, this diamond sword is made out of easy to find paper, and takes only a few hours to craft. What you will need: Note: All paper strips are 11" long. -Glue -Toothpick -Background paper (optional; I used a regular 8" x 11" sheet of white computer paper) -One pale brown paper strip (for part of the sword handle) -Two reddish brown paper strips (for the left part of the sword handle) -Sixteen aqua paper strips (for the blade) -Forty three dark blue + green paper strips (for the outline of the sword) -Five turquoise paper strips (for the sword hilt and pommel) -Two...

What is a paper quilled star How to make a star Ways to use a star Just like real life stars Paper quilled stars can be swirly and beautiful like the galaxies in the universe. On the other hand, quilled stars are just as volatile and unpredictable as real stars. If not prepared correctly, stars can end up looking like squares, or arrows, or just blobs. But don't worry; this tutorial will cover the do's and don'ts of paper quilling a star.  Basic process of paper quilling a star 1. With a toothpick, roll up a strip of paper 2. Always expand to make a loose coil, then glue to secure the coil 3. Pinch the top of the coil, then pinch the left side of the coil two times, for a total of 3 points 4. Pinch the right side of the coil two times for a total of 5 points, or a star   Note: Stars are very irregular, and difficult to make consistently. It might take some practice to make them the way you want. For best results, roll strips of paper longer than 11", so the star looks ...

 Supplies Instructions  Variations This is what Cerberus looks like when he sees some tasty dessert!   In the Cardcaptor Sakura universe, a girl named Sakura must seal the magical Clow cards before they destroy the world. Cerberus is the guardian of the cards, and he has two forms. His real form is a flying lion that can breathe fire! And to stay incognito in the human world, Cerberus has a cute, stuffed animal-like appearance that is perfect for paper quilling. What you will need: -Glue -Toothpick -One 11" pink strip (for the mouth) -One 44" light orange strip (for the head) -Eleven 22" light orange strips -Twelve 11" light orange strips (for the tail) -Three 11" black strips (for the eyes and nose) -Two 22" yellow strips (for the inner ears) -Thirteen 22" white strips (for the wings, tail) -Background paper (I used an 8" x 11" sheet of blue computer paper)   11" is 27.9 cm, 22" is 56 cm, and 44" is 111.7 cm   To get started ...

 What is a paper quilled duck foot How to make a duck foot Ways to use a duck foot Russian Roulette A duck foot looks like just that - three pointy toes on top and a round heel on the bottom. Since duck feet are formed with a loose coil, they can be very irregular and difficult to control. Feeling lucky? Add a paper quilled duck foot to your next design.   Basic process of quilling a duck foot 1. Use a toothpick to roll up a paper strip 2. Always expand to make a loose coil, and glue to secure it 3. Pinch the left and right sides of the coil to make a marquis shape (like an eyeball shape) 4. Pinch up a triangle in the center of the marquis. You should now have a shape with 3 points, like a duck foot  Note: Because they are made with loose coils, duck feet are tricky to make consistently. On the plus side, duck feet can be pinched into many different kinds of shapes. Just like the crescent, be careful not to modify the shape too much.   Ways to use a duck foot Duck fo...

 Supplies Directions Ways to change it up   Klaus: one of the most stylish, classy neighbors in Animal Crossing Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a fun game where you customize your own island paradise, complete with animal residents. Klaus is just one of the many animals that may come to live on your island. He also happens to be my friend's favorite Animal Crossing character. Brush up on your curved teardop and crescent techniques by paper quilling Klaus!    What you will need: -Glue -Scissors -Pen -Toothpick -Eight 22" yellow strips (for the hair and bracelets) -Two 11" white strips (for the eyes) -Fourteen 22" white strips (for the clothes/toga) -Twenty 22" light blue strips (for the skin) -Four 11" brown strips (for the sandals) -Six 11" tan strips (for the hair detail) -Seventeen 22" red strips (for the clothes) -Six 11" black strips (for the eyes, mouth, nose) -Two 22" black strips (for the ears) -Three 11" aqua strips (for th...

 What is a paper quilled arrow How to make a paper quilled arrow Ways to use an arrow One shape with many forms Although arrows are made with loose coils, they are easy to make consistently. I made three different kinds of arrows: thick arrow, thin arrow, and asymmetric arrow. Because arrows are a cinch to make, and can be adjusted into many other forms, arrows are a must in every paper quiller's toolkit. Read on and learn about this excellent paper quilling shape.   Basic process of paper quilling an arrow 1. Use a toothpick to roll an entire paper strip 2. Always expand to make a loose coil, then glue to secure it 3. First pinch the coil into a teardrop 4. Place the round part of the teardrop face up, then press the toothpick down in the center, and pinch the three points to form an arrow How to make a thin arrow How to make a thick arrow Note: The harder you press down with the toothpick, the thinner the arrow will be. Thin arrows are practically like the letter V. When you...

 Supplies Directions Variations In the Blue Exorcist anime, Mephisto Pheles is a powerful demon and the principal of the True Cross Academy. Mephisto is a master manipulator that enjoys meddling in the human world. Whether you trust him or not, Mephisto is most definitely a bad ass. Hope you enjoy this cool paper quilling design of one of my favorite anime characters!     What you will need: -Glue -Scissors -Toothpick -Four 22" pink strips (this is for the scarf) -Twenty two 22" purple strips (this is for the hair and eyebrows) -Two 11" black strips (this is for the eyes and mouth) -Eighteen 22" dark red strips (this is for the inside part of the hat and collar) -Four 11" white strips (this is for the white spot decorations on the scarf, and the hat brim) -Two 22" white strips (this is for the eyes) -Twelve 44" white strips (this is for the hat and clothes) -Two 66" white strips (this is for the shoulders) -Twenty three 22" peach strips (thi...