Clean Sweep: natural kitchen tools

In this workshop, you'll work with tampico agave fiber and linen cord to create a counter brush and a scrub brush using traditional broom-tying techniques.

The counter brush is a miniature whisk broom in the turkey wing style. The fine but dense fibers are perfect for getting toaster crumbs or coffee grounds off the counter, brushing a tablecloth clean, or cleaning up bits and pieces from your art/craft space. Along with the counter brush, you'll tie a scrub brush, which can be used to do your dishes or clean your vegetables.

Tampico is a wonderful fiber that is stiff enough for daily scrubbing when cut short as a dish brush and makes for a soft but robust whisk broom when tied longer. It holds it shape quite well to be a utility player in your kitchen.

Audience: Adults and teens

Skill level: Beginner

Supplies we'll provide: All tools and materials plus kind, patient instruction

Supplies to bring with you: Your curiosity and willingness to experiment

COVID safety precautions: 

• If you are not feeling well or if anyone in your household has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 3 days, please stay home
• Masks are welcome

When you sign up for this class, you're agreeing to abide by our safety precautions as well as our registration policy. Please contact us before registering if you have any questions.

Instructor:  

Your instructor is Robert Sheckler (he/him) of Redmond Philbert Handwork, an enthusiastic learner, teacher, and broommaker living and working in the Portland area. Whenever he is not making brooms, Robert loves to have needle and thread in hand. He is currently studying online with the Royal School of Needlework and enjoys experimenting with different materials in embroidery.