Craft Broomcorn with Stalk - Material for Broom Making
Broomcorn, Sorghum vulgare var. technicum or Sorghum Bicolor, is the best fiber for sturdy handbrooms and handled sweepers. Grown and processed in Mexico.
With a rich history and world wide modern day use with many purposes.
Sold by the kg. (250- 500 gr is typical for a cobweb broom depending on the size of handle and 800-1000gr is typical for a regular sweeping broom)
Length: Craft Broomcorn is variable in length. These have been grown and processed for long fibers. We recommend ordering more than you need for one project so you can make the most of the fiber you are getting. To learn more about traditional broom making keep an eye out for our courses.
This fiber is not treated with any chemicals and is 100% biodegradable, but with simple care will last many years or decades.
Other fibers available: Arenga - Medium texture, Tampcio - Soft texture.
Broom & Brush Making kit coming soon!
If you are seeking a larger order of 10 or more kg please get in touch for a discount and shipping quote - info@wildcraftedhome.com
Broomcorn is a natural fiber and will oxidize slightly with light exposure. You can see in one of the photos the difference in color, one being more green and one a bit more yellow.
*Prices are subject to change based on market fluctuations.
Broomcorn, Sorghum vulgare var. technicum or Sorghum Bicolor, is the best fiber for sturdy handbrooms and handled sweepers. Grown and processed in Mexico.
With a rich history and world wide modern day use with many purposes.
Sold by the kg. (250- 500 gr is typical for a cobweb broom depending on the size of handle and 800-1000gr is typical for a regular sweeping broom)
Length: Craft Broomcorn is variable in length. These have been grown and processed for long fibers. We recommend ordering more than you need for one project so you can make the most of the fiber you are getting. To learn more about traditional broom making keep an eye out for our courses.
This fiber is not treated with any chemicals and is 100% biodegradable, but with simple care will last many years or decades.
Other fibers available: Arenga - Medium texture, Tampcio - Soft texture.
Broom & Brush Making kit coming soon!
If you are seeking a larger order of 10 or more kg please get in touch for a discount and shipping quote - info@wildcraftedhome.com
Broomcorn is a natural fiber and will oxidize slightly with light exposure. You can see in one of the photos the difference in color, one being more green and one a bit more yellow.
*Prices are subject to change based on market fluctuations.
Broomcorn, Sorghum vulgare var. technicum or Sorghum Bicolor, is the best fiber for sturdy handbrooms and handled sweepers. Grown and processed in Mexico.
With a rich history and world wide modern day use with many purposes.
Sold by the kg. (250- 500 gr is typical for a cobweb broom depending on the size of handle and 800-1000gr is typical for a regular sweeping broom)
Length: Craft Broomcorn is variable in length. These have been grown and processed for long fibers. We recommend ordering more than you need for one project so you can make the most of the fiber you are getting. To learn more about traditional broom making keep an eye out for our courses.
This fiber is not treated with any chemicals and is 100% biodegradable, but with simple care will last many years or decades.
Other fibers available: Arenga - Medium texture, Tampcio - Soft texture.
Broom & Brush Making kit coming soon!
If you are seeking a larger order of 10 or more kg please get in touch for a discount and shipping quote - info@wildcraftedhome.com
Broomcorn is a natural fiber and will oxidize slightly with light exposure. You can see in one of the photos the difference in color, one being more green and one a bit more yellow.
*Prices are subject to change based on market fluctuations.
