Frequently Asked Questions:
How do I care for my wooden spoons and bowls?
All of my wooden spoons and bowls are finished with raw linseed oil or walnut oil, both of which are non-toxic, food safe finishes. They have been coated sufficiently prior to your purchase, however to keep your spoons and bowls looking beautiful for years to come, I recommend re-coating with a food-safe oil when the finish begins to look worn. Wash your wooden spoons and bowls by hand using a non-abrasive sponge or dishcloth and a mild detergent. Allow to air dry or towel dry immediately.
How do I store my hand-tied brooms?
All hand-tied brooms from are made with all natural broomcorn (Sorghum vulgare), which is tightly woven onto a sustainably harvested sapling handle. With appropriate care, your hand-tied broom will last for many years. It is best to hang your broom when it is not in use to prevent the broomcorn fibers from bending. This also allows for a great way to display your beautiful broom for all to admire! Alternatively, you can store the broom leaned against a wall or in a closet with the handle side down to keep pressure off of the broomcorn fibers.
Will my broom that has dyed broomcorn leave color marks on my white floor?
All dyed broomcorn has been tested to ensure it will not transfer color to your surfaces, even when wet. Furthermore, all colors have been tested by dipping the dyed fibers into bleach water to ensure it will not fade quickly. I do my best to provide a quality product, so please let me know if you have any issues with colors fading or transferring to other surfaces!
My unique stacked birch bark and antler pen ran out of ink, now what? Do I need to throw it away?!
No! All of the pens I turn are refillable, so do not throw your pen away when the ink runs out! All pens come with care instructions as well as information on refills, however if you no longer have your information, please see below for refill specifications:
Designer Twist Pens: Cross® Style Ball Point Refill
Mini Designer Pens: Mini Style Ball Point Refill
Funline Pens: PK-PEN5 or Cross® Style Refill
If you are unsure of the style of your pen, please contact me for further information.
Why is a hand-tied broom better than one I would buy at a big box store?
Each of my brooms are constructed and tied individually, with much attention paid to quality and aesthetics. Most brooms that are purchased at big box stores are made by machine in a foreign country and are not made to last. They are generally made from plastics and contain toxic adhesives and paints. My brooms are made from all natural broomcorn and nylon, cotton or linen string and the sweepers and hearth brooms utilize sustainably harvested sapling handles. My brooms are tightly woven and tied so they will not come apart, and if stored appropriately, they will maintain their shape and function for many years. You may very well be passing your broom on to your children!
How can I carry your items in my store or gallery?
Please see the “Contact” page! I would love for my products to be carried in your store or gallery, so please do not hesitate to get in touch.
All of my wooden spoons and bowls are finished with raw linseed oil or walnut oil, both of which are non-toxic, food safe finishes. They have been coated sufficiently prior to your purchase, however to keep your spoons and bowls looking beautiful for years to come, I recommend re-coating with a food-safe oil when the finish begins to look worn. Wash your wooden spoons and bowls by hand using a non-abrasive sponge or dishcloth and a mild detergent. Allow to air dry or towel dry immediately.
How do I store my hand-tied brooms?
All hand-tied brooms from are made with all natural broomcorn (Sorghum vulgare), which is tightly woven onto a sustainably harvested sapling handle. With appropriate care, your hand-tied broom will last for many years. It is best to hang your broom when it is not in use to prevent the broomcorn fibers from bending. This also allows for a great way to display your beautiful broom for all to admire! Alternatively, you can store the broom leaned against a wall or in a closet with the handle side down to keep pressure off of the broomcorn fibers.
Will my broom that has dyed broomcorn leave color marks on my white floor?
All dyed broomcorn has been tested to ensure it will not transfer color to your surfaces, even when wet. Furthermore, all colors have been tested by dipping the dyed fibers into bleach water to ensure it will not fade quickly. I do my best to provide a quality product, so please let me know if you have any issues with colors fading or transferring to other surfaces!
My unique stacked birch bark and antler pen ran out of ink, now what? Do I need to throw it away?!
No! All of the pens I turn are refillable, so do not throw your pen away when the ink runs out! All pens come with care instructions as well as information on refills, however if you no longer have your information, please see below for refill specifications:
Designer Twist Pens: Cross® Style Ball Point Refill
Mini Designer Pens: Mini Style Ball Point Refill
Funline Pens: PK-PEN5 or Cross® Style Refill
If you are unsure of the style of your pen, please contact me for further information.
Why is a hand-tied broom better than one I would buy at a big box store?
Each of my brooms are constructed and tied individually, with much attention paid to quality and aesthetics. Most brooms that are purchased at big box stores are made by machine in a foreign country and are not made to last. They are generally made from plastics and contain toxic adhesives and paints. My brooms are made from all natural broomcorn and nylon, cotton or linen string and the sweepers and hearth brooms utilize sustainably harvested sapling handles. My brooms are tightly woven and tied so they will not come apart, and if stored appropriately, they will maintain their shape and function for many years. You may very well be passing your broom on to your children!
How can I carry your items in my store or gallery?
Please see the “Contact” page! I would love for my products to be carried in your store or gallery, so please do not hesitate to get in touch.
