About this Event
Wrapped Handle Whisk Broom Workshop
In this workshop, participants will learn the process of making a wrapped handle whisk broom. Broommaking is a practice steeped in tradition, and each broom you create is functional!
During the workshop, you will:
- Create a wrapped handle whisk from start to finish.
- Learn tips and techniques for choosing the correct binding, attaching the hurl, and caring for your broom.
All tools and materials are provided. The workshop is suitable for mature young people and adults. The class is physical and will require the use of your whole body.
Date: Sunday, November 16th | 2025
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | 2 hours duration
Cost: $75 + GST | Fees
Audience: 18+
Materials Provided? All tools and materials are provided.
About the instructor:
Kayla’s passion lies in blending functionality with beauty, creating brooms that are both practical tools and works of art. Her dedication to her craft and love for the natural world are evident in every broom she makes.
Kayla Yearwood is the creator and artisan behind Broomcorn & Broomsticks, a small business specializing in handcrafted brooms. Each piece is a labour of love, made from carefully selected hardwoods to showcase the unique characteristics of the wood.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, 208 1 Street West, Cochrane, Canada
CAD 81.21
