Join Amanda Lee Lazorchack of Please Send Word for a full day of broom making!

Learn the foundational techniques for hand brooms and plait weaving. You will learn how to appropriately process materials, broom shape considerations, how to plait using the stalk of the broomcorn plant, and how to improve your plait weaves. This class is great for beginners or established broom makers looking to improve technique! We’ll chat about the history of broom making, the significance of the humble object and weave multiple brooms! This class is very hands-on in a casual and inviting environment.

Difficulty Level: All Levels. Hand strength is necessary as well as full faculty and use of hands, legs and feet.

Youth Participants: 16+

Additional Information: Bring your apron-we will be working with wet fiber. High heeled shoes not reccomended. All tools and materials are provided.

Notes: Participants will take home one plaited hand broom, more as time and skill allows.