The sights and sounds of trades that were once essential in rural communities like Pleasant Valley, will come to life at Howell Farm on Saturday, Oct. 24, when a broom maker, basket weaver and ...

Fascinated by how things were done "back then"? From blacksmithing to broom-making, some classic trades are still in practice. Visitors can not only watch demonstrations of these traditional crafts, ...

Q: I recently took up weaving, and I'm trying to find plants that I can use to make natural dyes. One of the plants I'm having trouble finding is called Dyer's Greenweed, or common broom. The yellow ...