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BROOMS FROM THE GROUND UP at Mountain Heritage Handcraft
August 17, 2020 @ 9:30 am - August 21, 2020 @ 6:00 pm
$525
Get swept up for 5 days of in-depth exploring the traditional craft of Broom Making from the ground up. Students start out by harvesting seeded broomcorn tassels from the field and learn all about planting, harvesting, preparing and sorting broomcorn. Then we’ll whittle and finish rough sticks into fine broom handles. Finally we’ll plait a variety of broom styles; from floor & hearth sweepers, to cobweb besoms, and various styles of whisks. Functional & fanciful, these brooms make great gifts for the home. Multiple brooms will be made by all, and students will leave with the know-how to continue making brooms on their own. All levels welcome. Some hand strength is required.
MATERIALS FEE: All tool rentals and the materials needed for each student will be provided by the instructor for all inclusive fee of $100 (check or cash) payable at the time of the class.