Basic Hand Broom Making Class

When

October 1, 2026   
1:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Instructor

Becka Viets

Cost: $100

Where

Whatcom Art Center
1105 11St, Bellingham, Washington, 98225

Event Type

Join experienced broom maker, Becka Viets of Hexagon Textile & Broom in learning hand broom making basics. Students will learn with skills to make turkey tail brooms, hawk tail brooms. Class will also cover broom anatomy, lore, history, a demo and hands on broom making time. Supplies to make two+ brooms are included. Additional supplies will be available for purchase.

This class is moderately physically demanding. Must have good grip strength, and hand foot coordination.

Instructor: Becka Viets

Art Medium: Broom making

Cost: $100

Class size: 9

Age Groups: Adults

Experience level: No experience required

Materials provided: Broomcorn, twine

Materials to bring: Notebook, water bottle

Suggested clothing/etc: Athletic or flat shoes. No clogs or heels.

Registration and Payment: Please visit Becka’s site Hexagon Textile & Broom to register and pay for this class

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