broom-making-at-home

10 лет назад

This video demonstrates how to sew a hearth broom using a vice and waxed linen thread. The creator explains the process of stitching the broomcorn together, including how to create a "larks head" knot and how to use a broom needle to create a secure stitch. The video also highlights the historical context of broom making, mentioning the Shakers' innovation of flattening round brooms for greater practicality.

6 лет назад

The video follows a person learning how to make a broom by hand at the Berea College broom house. The instructor, Chris Robbins, guides the person through the process, starting with preparing the broom corn and then weaving the handle. The video ends with the person handing the broom back to Chris to finish.