Tarikan di Dieppe

At the workshop you will explore the craft of broom-making with a knowledgeable guide. As you move through the space, you'll learn about the intricate process of making brooms and brushes — from selecting suitable materials to using specialised tools — and see how those steps come together in finished pieces. Along the way you'll watch machines in action, observing the mechanical processes that support the handwork. You will also be invited to visit the on-site collection of 58 life-sized wooden vehicles, a striking display that sits within the same workshop. During this guided tour you can take time to explore the collections, talk through a tailor-made project with the team, or ask any questions you have about techniques and materials. You will be able to do this in French, English or Spanish, so you can converse in the language you prefer.

In a Normandy workshop you will experience a blend of old-fashioned craftsmanship and modern personalisation. Guided by an expert, you will dive into brush-making and take part in hands-on work. You will create your own custom keyboard brush, choosing every detail so it reflects your style. Along the way you will learn about the techniques and care that keep a brush working well. An expert will show you how to look after your brush so it lasts. The session is presented as more than just a making activity; it offers a relaxed, enjoyable look into Normandy’s craft heritage as you assemble and personalise your piece.

At La Balaiterie’s Straw Fly Swatter Workshop you will join a hands-on craft session set in a quaint, family-run workshop. The experience begins with a short tour where you’ll watch how brooms and brushes are made by hand and learn about the tradition of handmade sorghum straw brooms in France. Along the way, the hosts will explain the techniques used to make their bespoke fly swatters. You will then get hands-on time to make your own straw fly swatter. The workshop is simple and accessible for all ages and skill levels, and you’ll be able to personalise your piece using a choice of colourful straws and strings. By the end of the session you will have crafted a functional, decorative item to take home. Taking part also supports a small family business: La Balaiterie was founded in spring 2020 by a passionate couple committed to preserving traditional small workshop skills.

At the Rainfreville workshop, Marie‑Laure and Arnaud will welcome you to a session focused on traditional fireplace sweeper manufacturing. You’ll be introduced to the art of fireplace brush making in an intimate setting designed for up to two participants. The atmosphere is hands-on and personal, allowing close contact with the craft. You’ll spend the time learning about the techniques behind these traditional brushes as the hosts explain and demonstrate their methods. Along the way you’ll try the processes yourself and take part directly in making a fireplace brush. The experience centres on observing the craft, practising key steps under guidance, and gaining an understanding of how these items are made by hand.