Turkey Wings Broom Making
In this class, instructor Robert Sheckler will guide you through how to bind natural or dyed broomcorn hurl using your choice of colorful cord. You’ll learn how to "V-up" to create the decorative pattern of cord seen on traditional whisk brooms, and you’ll have the opportunity to experiment with different colors and styles to make a broom that is uniquely yours.
The turkey wing broom is a traditional style of hand whisk that is equally functional and decorative. Small turkey wings are great to keep in cars or around the home. Of course, sweeping is not a requirement to own a handmade broom—your decorative turkey wing whisk will be equally happy hanging on the wall for everyone to admire!
All class tools and materials are provided, and no experience is needed. Tying a broom is a stress-reducing, full body practice. You'll use both feet to hold tension and both hands to manipulate the yarn and wrap the broom tightly. Broom tying is best attempted with bare or stockinged feet, so please be prepared to take your shoes off during class. A part of Community Maker Days.
Artist Bio
Your instructor, Robert Sheckler of Redmond Philbert Handwork, is an enthusiastic learner, teacher, and crafter living and working in the Portland area. Beyond the visceral joy of broom-making, Robert is interested in elevating natural materials over synthetic alternatives and loves to incorporate color into his work, making an everyday object and an everyday activity feel special, vibrant, and even fun.
Age: Adults and teens 16+
Limit: 10 participants
Cost: $66
Price includes a $1 handling fee. A portion of all ticket fees are designated to support the Youth Arts Access Fund.
This event is eligible for the Youth Arts Access Fund.
The turkey wing broom is a traditional style of hand whisk that is equally functional and decorative. Small turkey wings are great to keep in cars or around the home. Of course, sweeping is not a requirement to own a handmade broom—your decorative turkey wing whisk will be equally happy hanging on the wall for everyone to admire!
All class tools and materials are provided, and no experience is needed. Tying a broom is a stress-reducing, full body practice. You'll use both feet to hold tension and both hands to manipulate the yarn and wrap the broom tightly. Broom tying is best attempted with bare or stockinged feet, so please be prepared to take your shoes off during class. A part of Community Maker Days.
Artist Bio
Your instructor, Robert Sheckler of Redmond Philbert Handwork, is an enthusiastic learner, teacher, and crafter living and working in the Portland area. Beyond the visceral joy of broom-making, Robert is interested in elevating natural materials over synthetic alternatives and loves to incorporate color into his work, making an everyday object and an everyday activity feel special, vibrant, and even fun.
Age: Adults and teens 16+
Limit: 10 participants
Cost: $66
Price includes a $1 handling fee. A portion of all ticket fees are designated to support the Youth Arts Access Fund.
This event is eligible for the Youth Arts Access Fund.
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