Flat Stitched Sweeper Broom Workshop

We are thrilled to host a Flat Stitched Sweeper Workshop with Kayla from Broomcorn & Broomsticks!

Join us for an intimate, hands-on experience where craft, tradition, and artistry come together. In this immersive workshop, you’ll create your very own long-handled flat stitched sweeper floor broom,a functional piece rooted in centuries of broom-making tradition.

✨ What You’ll Create

🧹 Flat Stitched Sweeper Broom
Under Kayla’s guidance, you’ll craft a full-length flat stitched broom, learning each step of the process from start to finish. You’ll discover techniques for selecting the right binding, attaching broomcorn, and caring for your broom so it lasts for years to come. By the end of the day, you’ll leave with a broom made entirely by your own hands - a beautiful, functional piece imbued with your energy and intention.

✨ Why Broom-Making?
Broom-making is a craft steeped in tradition, connecting you to centuries of skill, ritual, and mindful practice. Each broom carries both function and beauty, offering a unique opportunity to engage your creativity, your body, and your connection to natural materials.

✨ Workshop Details

📍 Location: Rite of Ritual, 211 17th Ave SE, Calgary
📅 Date: January 24, 2026 
⏰ Time: 11am-4pm
⏳ Duration: 5 hours
👥 Class Size: 8 participants maximum
🪄 Supplies: All tools and materials provided

💵 Investment: $188 per person

Relax and enjoy tea, light snacks, and good company throughout the day. Workshop participants will also receive 10% off storewide at Rite of Ritual. If you’d like to bring something more substantial to nibble on, please feel free to do so.

About Kayla from Broomcorn & Broomsticks
Kayla is the artisan behind Broomcorn & Broomsticks, a Calgary-based business specializing in handcrafted brooms. With skill and passion, she weaves traditional techniques with natural materials to create brooms that are both functional tools and works of art. Each piece, like your flat stitched sweeper, is crafted with intention, care, and a touch of magic. Connect with Kayla on Instagram to see more of her enchanting work.

✨ Please note: All workshop bookings are Final Sale as they directly support our artisans and reserve your place in the class. We encourage you to arrive 10 minutes early to settle in and prepare for a full day of hands-on craft.