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Handmade, hand-dyed, and homespun yarn from our friend, fiber artist, and educator Betsey Leslie of New Gloucester, ME. Your choice of two size skeins in this gorgeous Teal blue. -- or get them both! 70% B Leicester Wool and 30% Champagne Mohair. Worsted weight, 5-6 stitches=1 inch.
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HUGE handmade, hand-dyed, and homespun yarn from our friend, fiber artist, and educator Betsey Leslie of New Gloucester, ME. Made with 100% Merino Wool in a gorgeous shade of pink and orange. Bulky Weight, 308 yards and made in ONE continuous strand. This is a very large hank of wool. Bulky weight, 4 stitches=1 inch.
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Vibrant Goose Wing Broom handmade by Robert Sheckler of Redmond Philbert Handwork, Yarmouth, ME. This fantastically yellow broom shouts HELLO! Perfect for cleaning off tables, upholstery, clothes, and fireplaces. Lovingly made with broomcorn, twine, and a vegan leather loop. Avoid direct sunlight to keep colors bright. Measures approximately 16" long. Robert is an enthusiastic learner, teacher, and crafter living and working in the Portland area. Beyond the visceral joy of broom-making, Robert is interested in elevating natural materials over synthetic alternatives and loves to incorporate color into his work, making an everyday object and an everyday activity feel special, vibrant, and even fun.
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Handspun yarn from our friend, fiber artist, and educator Betsey Leslie of New Gloucester, ME. Choice of:
- Natural Brown Gotland Wool. Sport weight 6 sts= inch; 264 yards
- Hand dyed Celery made from 70% B. Leister Wool and 30% Champagne Mohair. Worsted Weight, 5-6 sts = 1 inch; 80.8 yards.
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Traditional Sweeper full size broom handmade by Robert Sheckler of Redmond Philbert Handwork, Yarmouth, ME. This eye-catching broom is titled "Skies are Blue" for its beautiful pink and green colors. Features a meticulously woven top of hand-dyed reed and a hardwood handle. Made of broomcorn, twine, hand-dyed reed, and hardwood. Avoid direct sunlight to keep color bright. Robert is an enthusiastic learner, teacher, and crafter living and working in the Portland area. Beyond the visceral joy of broom-making, Robert is interested in elevating natural materials over synthetic alternatives and loves to incorporate color into his work, making an everyday object and an everyday activity feel special, vibrant, and even fun.
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"Forest Path" Turkey Wing Whisk Broom handmade by Robert Sheckler of Redmond Philbert Handwork, Yarmouth, ME. Dark pearl green thread accentuates the natural yellow of the broomcorn.This broom is tied short and thick for added strength. It makes great hearth broom and can take on most any sweeping task with ease. Avoid direct sunlight to keep colors bright.Measures approximately 16" long and 11.5" wide. You will receive the exact broom pictured here. Handmade corn brooms are truly pieces of functional art, as beautiful as they are practical. Natural broomcorn, a renewable resource, simply sweeps better than synthetic plastic alternatives. Plus, you'll never want to hide this striking piece of art in a closet or a cupboard! Robert is an enthusiastic learner, teacher, and crafter living and working in the Portland area. Beyond the visceral joy of broom-making, Robert is interested in elevating natural materials over synthetic alternatives and loves to incorporate color into his work, making an everyday object and an everyday activity feel special, vibrant, and even fun.
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Fall Wall Mail Basket made with Ash splints, natural and hand-dyed reeds, hand-painted ash strip with Fall leaves, sea grass rim filler, and leather handle. Handmade by Kathryn Polletto of Kennebunk Basketry in Kennebunk, ME. Measures approximately 10" x 1", flairs out at top to 9" x 7" and 9" high. Kathryn has been weaving baskets for over 35 years and is a 2021 Artisan featured in Early American Life Magazine's Directory of Traditional American Crafts.
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"Crop Circles" Hawk Tail Broom handmade by Robert Sheckler of Redmond Philbert Handwork, Yarmouth, ME. Tied short and thick for extra strength in variegated shades of green. Natural broomcorn color.This hawktail is useful for sweeping larger areas like steps, porch, living room, or den. It is cut flat so they can be used with a dustpan. Avoid direct sunlight to keep colors bright.Measures approximately 15" long and 7.5" wide. You will receive the exact broom pictured here. Handmade corn brooms are truly pieces of functional art, as beautiful as they are practical. Natural broomcorn, a renewable resource, simply sweeps better than synthetic plastic alternatives. Plus, you'll never want to hide this striking piece of art in a closet or a cupboard! Robert is an enthusiastic learner, teacher, and crafter living and working in the Portland area. Beyond the visceral joy of broom-making, Robert is interested in elevating natural materials over synthetic alternatives and loves to incorporate color into his work, making an everyday object and an everyday activity feel special, vibrant, and even fun.
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"Cranberry Bog" Double Turkey Wing Whisk Broom handmade by Robert Sheckler of Redmond Philbert Handwork, Yarmouth, ME. Gorgeous pearl green cording accentuates the deep cranberry red and green broomcorn that make up this artfully crafted hand broom.The double turkey wing style is beautiful hanging on the wall and is useful in sweeping larger spaces rather than into a dustpan. It could be used to sweep steps, get a few leaves off of the porch, or sweep off a table. Avoid direct sunlight to keep colors bright.Measures approximately 17" long and 13" wide. Handmade corn brooms are truly pieces of functional art, as beautiful as they are practical. Natural broomcorn, a renewable resource, simply sweeps better than synthetic plastic alternatives. Plus, you'll never want to hide this striking piece of art in a closet or a cupboard! Robert is an enthusiastic learner, teacher, and crafter living and working in the Portland area. Beyond the visceral joy of broom-making, Robert is interested in elevating natural materials over synthetic alternatives and loves to incorporate color into his work, making an everyday object and an everyday activity feel special, vibrant, and even fun.
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Wall Hanging Basket for cards or mail made with Ash stakes, natural and dyed reed, hand painted ash strip featuring snowy pine trees, sea grass rim filler, and leather handle. Handmade by Kathryn Polletto of Kennebunk Basketry in Kennebunk, ME. Measures approximately 10" wide, 1" top flares to 7" wide, 9.5" high. Kathryn has been weaving baskets for over 35 years and is a 2021 Artisan featured in Early American Life Magazine's Directory of Traditional American Crafts.
