Rosa Harradine

I am a brush and broom maker based in Sheffield. Working with natural materials and traditional techniques, I create objects that are both functional and beautiful - tools that impart a sense of presence. My brushes and brooms are made to be used, yet they also hold their own as sculptural forms, honouring the everyday act of sweeping.I originally trained in music, playing clarinet, saxophone and piano. But I always felt the pull of making with my hands. I explored a range of crafts, including spoon carving, bowl turning on a traditional pole lathe, and basketry, but broom and brush making is the craft I felt most drawn to.All of my brushes and brooms are made by me, by hand. I work with sustainable materials including broomcorn, tampico and arenga fibres.I also teach workshops, which I love - they give me the chance to share my craft and inspire others to explore traditional skills.In 2022, I was selected as a TOAST New Maker, one of five makers demonstrating excellence in skill, originality and craftsmanship. In 2025, I was chosen as one of The King’s Foundation’s ‘35 Under 35’, a network of makers and changemakers connecting with nature, tradition, and sustainability.