Workshops: The Art of the Handbroom - MAKE Southwest Devon
Friday 20 November 2026
10:00-13:00 Morning Session
Skill Level: Beginners + Beginners who want more technical skill and experience
In the morning session, students will learn the fundamentals of hand brooms, the processing and handling of broomcorn fibre, sourcing materials in the UK and some history and lore.
14:00-17:00 Afternoon Session
Skill Level: Beginners with hand broom experience who want to learn new technical skills and experience
In the afternoon session (to be booked separately) students will learn to colour block with twine and weave the grip of the fibre that makes up the handle.
Students should expect to take home at least one full sized hand broom.
MAKE Southwest | Riverside Mill | Bovey Tracey Devon | TQ13 9AF
Workshop: The Art of the Broom - Yuletide Hearth Brooms at Arnos Vale Cemetery Bristol
Friday 11 December 2026
10:00-14:00
Skill Level: Improvers (beginners are welcome but students will benefit from previous experience tying handbrooms)
Age: 18+ (or 16+ with a responsible adult)
Cost: £125pp, includes your choice of materials: handle, fibre, twine and hanger type. Students will take home a fully functioning hearth broom (approx 100-125cm long).
Tools are provided for use during the workshop and remain the property of Bristol Broomworks.
Join me in the stunning Anglican Chapel in our favourite historic Victorian era garden of rest as we gather together to weave short handled hearth brooms in a four hour workshop.
Students should be experienced in the fundamentals of heritage crafted handtied brooms (a previous handbroom class will suffice) as well as the processing and handling of fibre. We will cover handle preparation, tying hurl onto a short handle, and stitching a broom. Students will leave with a fully functioning hearth broom.
You’ll choose your handle, twine colour, and removable adornment: a posie consisting of Yule themed elements such as fresh evergreens, crystals, wooden ornaments, bells, star anise, cinnamon sticks and orange slices.
The adornment will be tied onto the neck of the broom. Once the season passes, the fresh adornment can be removed and the broom can be decorated again for seasons to come.
Refund & Cancellations: ✨ Please note: workshop bookings are non-refundable.
If you can’t attend, you’re welcome to send someone in your place - just let me know in advance so I have their details.
Please note: broom making is a surprisingly physical craft requiring strength and dexterity in both hands and feet. Be prepared to engage your core, hands, arms, legs and back for extended periods. Broom making can be a real work-out!
If you would like to discuss this or have any other questions, please contact me on jamie@bristolbroomworks.com
A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Arnos Vale Cemetery Trust
Arnos Vale Cemetery | Bath Road | Bristol | BS4 3EW
Workshop: The Art of The Broom | Hand Brooms at Prema Arts Centre Gloucestershire
Saturday 27 February 2027
10:00-16:00
Discover the heritage craft of broom making and weave your own beautiful and practical hand brooms in this immersive full-day workshop.
Recognised by Country Living Magazine as one of 40 Best Artisans in 2025, Broom Maker Jamie Dun will guide you amoungst a small group, delivering plenty of individual guidance as you learn the traditional techniques used to make handcrafted brooms and brushes – a pre-industrial heritage craft that relies entirely on hand skills, with no machinery or electricity.
You'll begin by exploring the materials used in broom making, learning how to prepare and handle natural fibres before selecting the shape of your broom and the colour of your binding twine. Guided step by step, you'll master the techniques of bundle construction and binding as your handmade brushes begin to take shape.
Throughout the day, Jamie will share the history and folklore of broom making, along with insights into traditional UK materials and the enduring appeal of this mindful and deeply satisfying craft. As you work, you'll discover the rhythm of broom making and the connection that comes from creating functional objects entirely by hand.