"Quilling Ornaments" demonstration at CCAA Gallery Dec. 5

CALUMET -- Adorn your Christmas tree with snowflakes created by "quilling." Enjoy another evening of creative seasonal fun at the Copper Country Associated Artists (CCAA) First Friday demonstration, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5, when Jeanne Diebel will demonstrate the art of quilling in the CCAA Gallery.

Snowflake ornaments created through "quilling," or paper filigree. (Photo courtesy Copper Country Associated Artists.)

Quilling is an art form that dates back to the Renaissance. Also known as paper filigree, quilling is the art of creating different shapes and designs using thin strips of paper.

Try your hand at creating a fun snowflake ornament with materials provided free at the CCAA Gallery. First Friday CCAA demonstrations are an opportunity to introduce visitors to a variety of arts and fine craft techniques by some of the area’s most talented practitioners.

The CCAA Gallery is located at 112 Fifth Street in Calumet. Gallery winter hours are Thursday through Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. On First Fridays the Gallery is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. For more information about the CCAA call 906-337-1252 or visit our web site at ccaartists.org.