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An arrow sash maker at work at the Fêtes du Vieux-Saint-Eustache

A black and white photograph of a craftsman making an arrow sash in front of his booth on rue Saint-Eustache. He is wearing one himself around his waist. Behind him are many people stopping at other booths. The Saint-Eustache Catholic church can be seen in the background.

Sylvain H. Boileau, 1979.
City of Saint-Eustache. Archives. Fonds Boileau.

Arrow sashes (ceintures fléchées) were a signature feature of the Fêtes du Vieux-Saint-Eustache. Not only did the event host arrow sash makers, but for a number of years the organizers identified themselves by sporting one. Visitors loved watching the craftspeople work on them.