Handmade Sweeper Broom
Add a touch of artisan craftsmanship to your home with our handmade sweeper broom. This broom was crafted using natural and multicolor broomcorn, offering both functionality and aesthetic appeal. The broom stands approximately 52 inches tall and features a beautiful alder wood handle that was foraged from our property. The handle is sanded and coated with linseed oil and beeswax.
Enhance your cleaning routine with our handmade sweeper broom, where functionality meets artistry. Perfect for those who appreciate quality craftsmanship and eco-friendly materials.
Brooms hold various symbolic meanings and traditions in different cultures:
1. **Cleansing and Purification:** Brooms are often associated with cleansing and purification rituals. Sweeping with a broom is believed to physically and spiritually cleanse a space of negative energy or evil spirits.
2. **Protection:** In some cultures, placing a broom by the entrance of a home is thought to protect the household from unwanted visitors or negative influences.
3. **Wedding Customs:** Brooms have been used in wedding ceremonies, in these traditions, jumping over a broom symbolizes the couple's commitment to each other and their new life together.
4. **Witchcraft and Magic:** Brooms are famously associated with witches and witchcraft, particularly in European folklore. The image of a witch riding a broomstick is a common symbol of witchcraft.
5. **Fertility and Prosperity:** In some cultures, sweeping with a broom is believed to bring fertility and prosperity to a household. It's often done in a specific manner, such as sweeping from the back of the house to the front, to symbolize ushering in good fortune.
6. **Seasonal Traditions:** Brooms are sometimes used in seasonal celebrations, such as jumping over a broom during Beltane or May Day festivities in some Pagan traditions.
This broom isn't just a decorative marvel but a functional tool for weaving spells or sweeping away negativity. Use to sweep off altars, counter tops, and tables, or simply use as decor to add a touch of magic to your space.
To ensure the longevity of your broom, follow these handmade broom care instructions:
1. **Handle with Care:** Treat your broom with gentleness, avoiding rough handling or placing excessive weight on the bristles.
2. **When not in Use:** Store your broom by hanging with the loop attached, or laying flat. Never store your broom upright on the bristles.
3. **Indoor vs. Outdoor Use:** While our broom is designed for both indoor and outdoor use, consider its primary environment to maintain its beauty. For indoor display, keep it away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.
4. **Cleansing Rituals:** Periodically cleanse the broom by gently tapping it against a solid surface to release accumulated energies. You can also use herbal or incense smoke to cleanse your broom.
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🌎 Ships carbon neutral in recycled and biodegradable or compostable materials.