Broom Supplies
Broomcorn:
- Hurl – Processed broomcorn… cut, sorted and graded
- Craft corn
- Stalk
- Insides (not recommended)
- Duck blind (low grade craft corn)
Twine:
Hobby Lobby
Walmart
https://creativeyarnsource.com/shop/about-nylon/18-la-espiga2/
https://www.memphisnet.net/category/twine
- #18 nylon crochet
- 3-ply Jute
- Mason line at hardware stores
- Fishing trot line (limited colors, larger. This is what I learned with)
Wire:
Local hardware or feed store. Broom wire from Caddy Supply
- 17 AWG Galvanized electric fence wire
- 18.5 AWG tinned iron
Dye:
Or Walmart or Hobby Lobby
Aniline dyed broomcorn
https://www.thompsonsbrooms.com/broom-corn.html
Tools:
Most can be obtained from your local hardware store
See also Caddy Supply
https://www.ncbasketworks.com/craftsman-cut-shears.html
- Scissors
- Snips
- Knives
- Pounders/Hammers
- Drills
- Pliers
- Wire Cutters
- Needles
Natural handles:
Your local forest? Make sure to get a permit for cutting https://www.fs.fed.us/
https://www.arkansascane.com – website is currently down, try https://www.facebook.com/Arkansas-Cane-360863485043/
- Sassafras is considered traditional and is easy to work.
- Hardwoods are best
Rope:
Home Depot, Lowes, other hardware stores
- ¾” Sisal (white) or Manilla (brown)
Plans and additional instructions:
https://www.laffing-horse.com/how-to/
Soon to be moved to
https://www.havencroftfarm.com
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