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Free Workshop

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Needle Felting Bookmarks with Andrée Benson

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Date: July 12, 2026

Time: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Location: Centre Wakefield La Pêche, 38 Chem. de la Vall. de Wakefield, Wakefield, QC

Price: Free

About the Workshop

Andrée will guide you through making your own felted bookmark in this two-hour session. You’ll leave with a finished piece to take home. No prior experience with fibre arts required.

About the Artist

Andrée Benson

Andrée Benson is a fibre artist who works with wool, silk, and cotton to create sculptures, landscapes, and wildlife portraits. She’s been needle felting for nearly six years, and her interest in natural fibres runs to knitting, crocheting, wet felting, and traditional rug hooking. Her work is available at the End of the Line Boutique in Wakefield. She’s studied with rug hooking master Deanne Fitzpatrick (Order of Canada recipient) and continues to develop her technique with UK artist Sophie Wheatley. She currently teaches needle felting at Wabi Sabi in Ottawa and at the End of the Line Boutique in Wakefield.

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Art in the Park 2026

Artist vendors, live music, and free workshops

Connect with the creative heartbeat of the Outaouais this summer! Art in the Park returns for 2026: browse original works from local artisans, participate in free hands-on workshops, and enjoy live music from local legends and rising stars. Support your local creative economy and connect with the community in a vibrant outdoor setting. Admission is free.

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