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.
54222 10 лет назад 5:25This video documents a broom-making competition at an open-air museum. Participants use birch twigs, wire, and tools to create besom brooms. The video follows the process of making the brooms, from assembling the twigs to securing the handle, and includes close-ups of the techniques used.
28331 10 лет назад 5:04This video demonstrates how to make a ladder hearth broom. The creator shows how to attach the broom corn to the broomstick, using a knot and layers of broom corn to create the desired shape. The video also highlights the importance of keeping the broom corn flat and even as it is wrapped around the stick.
3830 1 год назад 14:30This video demonstrates various techniques for making brooms. The speaker explains how to bind the broom using string and how to cut the broom at an angle. They also discuss the importance of uniformity and how to create a smooth, even finish.
14128 14 лет назад 5:33This video demonstrates how to load a spindle for broom making. The process involves threading nylon string through a hole in the spindle and tying it securely. The video also provides tips for keeping the string taut and preventing it from fraying.
2127 3 года назад 5:02