Instructor: Laura Kneib Craft a one-of-a-kind natural broom that’s equally at home clearing cobwebs or starring in your next costume or celebration! These long-handled brooms are made with the gnarly, wiry tips of natural broomcorn—perfect for grabbing and holding onto cobwebs in high corners and ceilings. Each broom is built around a unique, foraged handle ranging from 40 to 57 inches long. Some brooms take on a more whimsical, magical look—earning them the nickname Wizard’s Broom—and are ideal for seasonal décor, theater props, or just adding a bit of personality to your porch. Step into the world of traditional broom making with artisan H. Laura Kneib. In these immersive 4–6 hour workshops, you'll get a hands-on introduction to the craft, along with a brief history of broom making. Using time-honored techniques and natural materials, you’ll create your own unique broom from start to finish. All tools and materials are provided. Students are asked to bring a towel to protect their laps while working with soaked broomcorn stalks. You're also welcome to bring your own dried flowers or personal decorations to incorporate into your broom for a personalized touch. Please note: broom making is a physically demanding activity that requires good upper body and hand strength. H. Laura Kneib brings a lifetime of experience in traditional homesteading and settler crafts. She’s not only a skilled broom maker but also a master soap maker, fiber artist (spinning and weaving), chair caner, basket weaver, and potter. Kneib holds a B.A. in Fine Arts with a minor in Environmental Science and has dedicated her life to preserving and teaching heritage skills.