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The PEI Fibre Festival from October 1-3, 2026 is a celebration of all things fibre.

06/17/2026

VENDOR APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN! We have been able to expand the Marketplace for 2026 and need more vendors. If you have already applied or were put on our waiting list, please do not re-apply.

https://peifibrefestival.com/vendor-application/

06/10/2026

ELISE CAMPBELL explores the sculptural side of fibre through wet felting and prefelt techniques. Her workshops guide participants through shaping wool into functional and decorative pieces, from custom-felted mittens to delicate lacework scarves.

Elise was recently scouted and interviewed by the Homo Faber Organization and will be featured in the Canadian launch of fine craft Canadian artists!

🧶 Workshop highlights:
• Wet-felted garment construction
• Prefelt manipulation techniques
• Creating texture, structure, and fabric flow

A great fit for makers who enjoy hands-on, tactile fibre exploration.
https://peifibrefestival.com/elise-campbell/

06/06/2026

Struggling with gauge? You’re not alone! Join renowned knitting expert Kate Atherley and learn why this essential skill matters, how to swatch effectively, and what to do when your gauge doesn’t match the pattern. Gain practical tips that will help your projects fit better and look their best. A must-attend workshop for every knitter!
🧶 Register today before spaces fill up!
https://peifibrefestival.com/schedule-of-events/getting-gauge

06/03/2026

It has come to our attention that there is an email circulating for what appears to be from the PEI Fibre Festival advertising vendor spaces available for the upcoming Festival in October.

THIS IS A SCAM!!

If anyone has received an email from [email protected] please delete!!! Do not respond or reply. All PEI Fibre Festival correspondence will come from emails that end with .com. If you are ever in doubt about whether or not the email you received is valid, please reach out to us directly rather than clicking through the link.

05/31/2026

Turn wool into wearable art! Join Needle Felted Jewelry with Lisa Freeman and discover how to create unique, handcrafted jewelry using colourful wool and needle felting techniques. This fun, beginner-friendly workshop will guide you through designing and making beautiful felted pieces that reflect your personal style. Leave with new skills, creative inspiration, and one-of-a-kind accessories you'll be proud to wear or gift. All supplies are all included in workshop fee to make your own necklace pendant with 20” chain, a bracelet with a bezel focal point and a pair of pierced drop earrings. To register, go to https://peifibrefestival.com/schedule-of-events/needle-felted-jewelry-lisa-freeman

05/28/2026

Step back in time and discover the art of Dorset Buttons at the 2026 PEI Fibre Festival! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the traditional techniques used to create these beautiful stitched buttons, perfect for embellishing garments, accessories, and textile projects. Whether you’re new to embroidery or an experienced maker, you’ll leave with new skills and your own handmade creations. Options are available for either a morning or afternoon class so don't miss out!

For more info or to buy tickets: https://peifibrefestival.com/schedule-of-events/dorset-buttons

05/20/2026

Love your curves in handmade garments! Join “Boob Camp: Bust Shaping for Every Body” at the 2026 PEI Fibre Festival and learn practical techniques for creating sweaters and tops that fit and flatter your unique shape. Explore bust darts, short rows, shaping options, and customization tips that will boost your confidence and improve your finished projects. Perfect for garment knitters ready to take fit to the next level.

Register today: https://peifibrefestival.com/schedule-of-events/boob-camp-bust-shaping-for-every-body/

05/12/2026

BY POPULAR DEMAND – MORE SEATS HAVE BEEN ADDED! As a result of the early Sell Out, we have been able to add some more seats. Get yours today - while they last!

https://peifibrefestival.com/schedule-of-events/east-pei-fibre-trail-coastal-lighthouse-experience

05/09/2026

In this hands-on class with ergonomics expert Carson Demers, you’ll explore how different needle features affect your knitting through guided experimentation with a variety of needles, yarns and stitch patterns. By trying different combinations, you’ll experience firsthand how dramatically the right needle can improve comfort, stitch control and knitting efficiency. Learn how to choose the right needles to reduce fatigue and improve your knitting experience.

Register at https://peifibrefestival.com/schedule-of-events/whats-the-point-of-your-needle

05/04/2026

KIM MCBRIEN-EVANS is a leading voice in garment knitting, focusing on fit, customization and designing for real bodies. Her workshops go far beyond patterns — helping knitters understand how garments are constructed so they can be adjusted, shaped and tailored with confidence. She has taught in festivals around the world and she will be at the PEI Fibre Festival as an instructor and a vendor.

🧶 Workshop themes include:
• Sweater fit and customization
• Set-in sleeve construction
• Bust shaping techniques
• Advanced shawl design

These sessions are ideal for knitters ready to move from following patterns to truly understanding garment design. For more information: https://peifibrefestival.com/kim-mcbrien-evans/

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4 Queen Street
Charlottetown, PE
C1A4A2

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https://peifibrefestival.com/

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