Broomcorn Brushes Workshop
Schedule
Tue Apr 21 2026 at 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm
UTC+01:00Location
By HeatherMay | Alfreton, EN
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Step into the wonderfully tactile world of traditional brush making in this hands-on, immersive workshop celebrating beautiful, natural fibres and heritage craft.Guided throughout by expert tuition, you’ll discover time-honoured brush construction techniques using three distinctive plant-based materials: broomcorn (Sorghum vulgare), arenga (Arenga pinnata), and tampico (Agave lechuguilla). Each fibre has its own character, strength and texture - and you’ll learn exactly how and why they’re used.
Working step by step, you’ll prepare, bind and shape the fibres by hand, gaining a real understanding of how they behave and how to transform them into something both practical and beautiful. There’s something deeply satisfying about turning loose natural fibres into a functional tool you’ll use every day.
During the session, you’ll create three very different, fully functional brushes:
•Mini Broom – perfect for sweeping crumbs from keyboards, shelves or hearths
•Wooden-Handled Sweeping Brush – a beautifully handcrafted companion for your dustpan
•Traditional Appalachian-Style Brush – a sturdy, heritage-inspired brush built to last
Whether you’re drawn to traditional crafts, love working with natural materials, or simply fancy trying something completely different, this workshop offers a mindful, hands-on experience with skills rooted in the past but perfectly suited to modern living.
By the end of the evening, you’ll head home with three handcrafted brushes, a solid grounding in traditional brush-making techniques, and the quiet pride that comes from creating something truly useful with your own hands.
Included in your workshop:
🧹 All materials & equipment
🙌🏻 Expert tuition & guidance
🍰 Refreshments and cake
🛍️ 10% OFF in our gift shop on the night
A wonderfully grounding session - perfect for anyone who loves heritage craft, natural materials, and learning something a little bit different.
COST | £47pp
VENUE ADDRESS: by HeatherMay, 8-10 Chapel Street, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 3DL
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