Learn the timeless art of broom making in this beginner-friendly class! Guided by an expert instructor, you’ll craft a charming and functional cobweb chaser—a small hand broom perfect for tidying up those hard-to-reach spots. This class covers the basics of broom construction in the Appalachian style, leaving you with a beautiful handmade tool and a new skill to cherish. 

SKILLS NEEDED:
Beginners welcome. No previous skills are required.

INSTRUCTOR:
Karen Koch has taught broom making for more than 20 years at venues such as Raveloe Fiber, the Roycroft, and the Adirondack Folk School. She learned the craft from Carlson Tuttle at the Augusta Heritage Center at Davis and Elkins College in West Virginia and has also studied with Shawn Hoefer at the Ozark Folk Center in Arkansas.

SUSTAINABILITY:
Stitch Buffalo is committed to fostering sustainability practices and reducing waste in the textile industry. In this workshop, we will strive to minimize waste and work as much as possible with supplies that have been rescued for reuse.

INCLUSION & ACCESSIBILITY:
Stitch Buffalo is an ADA compliant facility, with accessible entrances, tables, restrooms, and drinking fountains. Please contact us if you require any accommodations to make your visit safe and comfortable. We are happy to work with you!

CANCELLATION POLICY:
Due to the nature of this class and the preparation required, class fees are non-refundable.

For each class, Stitch Buffalo offers one seat at half-price to a student or community member who otherwise could not afford to attend. To inquire about availability, please e-mail us. We have waiting lists for many classes, so if you register for this discounted class, please consider it a commitment to attend.

SUSTAINABILITY:
Stitch Buffalo is committed to fostering sustainability practices and reducing waste in the textile industry. In this workshop, we will strive to minimize waste and work as much as possible with supplies that have been rescued for reuse.

INCLUSION & ACCESSIBILITY:
Stitch Buffalo is an ADA compliant facility, with accessible entrances, tables, restrooms, and drinking fountains. Please contact us if you require any accommodations to make your visit safe and comfortable. We are happy to work with you!

CANCELLATION POLICY:
Due to the nature of this class and the preparation required, class fees are non-refundable.

For each class, Stitch Buffalo offers one seat at half-price to a student or community member who otherwise could not afford to attend. To inquire about availability, please e-mail us. We have waiting lists for many classes, so if you register for this discounted class, please consider it a commitment to attend.