It's springtime and that means Mother's Day is approaching, but even if you are not a mother nor have one of your own, it's always a good time to visit fave handmade marketplace Etsy to see what's new in the world of paper jewelry. I love introducing you to the beauty of wearable paper art, so enjoy this round up of fifteen artisans who use such a simple material to make truly remarkable pieces.


Cat Hutchings of Spotlight Jewelry in Betonville, Arkansas offers a range of butterfly jewelry that's made of dyed, recycled paper and would be fun to wear to spring and summer parties. Each piece is reinforced with a sealant that not only gives it durability, but brings out the color. In addition to rings, Cat stocks butterfly earrings, hair accessories, necklaces, and even eyelashes!

Hanga of Babelfish Jewelry in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is a jewelry artist whose work is sure to be noticed. These swinging drop earrings made of crimped paper with sterling silver…

When this charcoal, silver, and pink wedding invitation arrived in the mail, I admired its elegant look and immediately had the thought that the bride and groom's initials would be pretty as a quilled monogram. I've done many custom quilled framed wedding invitations for clients, but this one was for a special couple who are friends of our family.


A visit to their wedding website cemented the idea when I noticed the logo on the homepage. A quillable design, it caused wheels to start turning in my head. Leafy vines could surround the on-edge letters.


The next step was to place an order with JJ Quilling Design for a package of light gray quilling paper with a silver metallic edge. It was a stroke of luck that JJ stocks strips that perfectly matched the invitation with its shiny silver lettering, and they arrived quickly from England.


When the quilling was completed, I visited Talleyville Frame Shoppe that always has just what I need. I selected a mat for the quilling that was t…

Because 3D paper sculptures are so popular with makers, here are new and appealing designs by Éric François, the low poly model creator at Ecogami. What a great way to relax via crafting and have something fun to display as the result of your efforts.


Did you know that the Easter bunny hatches from an egg? It does in the world of Ecogami!


In the past I've featured summer-themed low poly models and festive paper craft models for the holidays.... I find it satisfying to get ahead of the seasons by having decorations at the ready.


This little guy is pretty darn cute and if you're ever in need of a mask, you too can be a koala!


Time and patience are requirements while constructing a model. Choose a project and plan to enjoy the process no matter the time it takes. Like many who have reviewed Ecogami templates, chances are you'll feel yourself unwind while you craft. And when you are finished you'll have the best sense of accomplishment.


Scissors, ruler, white glue, and a…