February 12, 2015
Patented Sept. 10, 1878, our "new" broom press. It is old and grumpy, but still going strong for over 125 years.
The broom press, or broom vise, was invented in the 1820's by the Shakers. Up until then, most brooms were round. This powerful clamping devise, clamps down on the broom corn and holds it in place to be stitched with needle and thread. We still stitch by hand in our broom shop. The old press is still working great after all these years!
Our handmade brooms and pure beeswax candles are available year-round in our broom shop. Be sure to like us on Facebook! You can also find us on Etsy!
— Kevin Miller