The Witchery / 61 Wharf St / Salem, MA Open 10:00 - 6pm. TUE-SAT

978-914-8858

978-914-8858

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    • Home
    • Broom Making
    • Bookbinding
    • Live Performances
    • Open Crafts
    • Tarot
    • Online Store
    • FAQs
    • Crafting Tutorials
    • Weddings & Events
    • Private Workshop Inquiry
    • Shop Policies
    • Gallery
    • Media
    • Broom accessories
    • About Us
    • Gift Card
    • Contact
  • Home
  • Broom Making
  • Bookbinding
  • Live Performances
  • Open Crafts
  • Tarot
  • Online Store
  • FAQs
  • Crafting Tutorials
  • Weddings & Events
  • Private Workshop Inquiry
  • Shop Policies
  • Gallery
  • Media
  • Broom accessories
  • About Us
  • Gift Card
  • Contact
Frequently Asked Questions

Welcome Crafters!

Below are some FAQs to help you learn more about what to expect from our Broom Making and Bookbinding workshops. 


Please note that all crafters are required to agree and adhere to the Workshop Policies.

Broom Making FAQs

How much do the brooms cost?

  • Small brooms: $59
  • Medium brooms: $69
  • Full size Brooms:  $89
  • Kids broom decorating kits: $35


When you register for a workshop, you must pay a $50 deposit (plus $3.12 sales tax) to reserve your spot. This $50 deposit will be subtracted from the total of your broom materials when finished. See next question! 

there is an initial payment of $53.12/person required to book. what is this for?

$50/person (plus $3.12 sales tax) is your initial payment. It is required to hold your spot for all workshops. You can pay the remaining balance for your broom at the end of your session, (remember some accessories are not included and do cost extra).

what's included in the broom making sessions?

 Each broom comes with the following: 

  • One (1) finished hickory or unfinished ash handle, 
  • One (1) bundle of natural broomcorn, 
  • One (1) color splash broomcorn (to make your broom pop!), 
  • One (1) pendant/charm,
  • One (1) crystal with a cage 
  • Plenty of twine! 

You can purchase add-ons and accessories for an additional cost. Each hour long broom making session is instructed by our knowledgeable staff. 

When can I take a workshop?

All workshops are BY APPOINTMENT. During Winter and Spring, we have workshops scheduled Tuesday through Saturday: broom making at 1:00pm and 2:30pm, bookbinding at 4:00pm.  


More workshops are added to the schedule for Summer and Fall, extending into the evening during October!

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Age Requirements

Our broom making workshops are for 13+ crafters ONLY – no exceptions. Boom making in particular involves upper body strength and developed motor skills. We provide alternative crafts and workshops geared toward younger crafters, such as Kids’ Broom Decorating Sessions, or you can purchase kits-to-go. 

Read our shop policies here

How do I get a broom kit-to-go?

You can purchase a broom kit-to-go through our online store or in person. If you are visiting in person, we highly recommend you TEXT OR CALL IN ADVANCE to confirm the best time to stop in. The shop may be closed during the scheduled workshop times, and you may be asked to return after the workshop.  

Buy your kit-to-go online!

how long does it take to make a broom?

The workshop is 1 hour. It usually takes 5 or 10 minutes to select your materials & accessories (unless of course you are a Libra, then it may take longer). It takes about 30 minutes of instruction and guidance to actually make your broom (unless of course you are a Virgo, then it may take longer). ;)  The remaining time in the workshop you can use to finish your decorations!


Please be mindful of The Witchery workshop schedule. To get a head start, feel free to peruse our online store to familiarize yourself with the accessory options before your workshop. We also encourage you to arrive to your workshop early, so that you may take more time looking through accessories. Please wait outside until you are invited into the space; we will do our best to get you in as early as possible after we're done cleaning and setting up!  

Can my friend/family stay and watch?

Unfortunately, no. You can only stay in the store if you registered for the workshop to make a craft - no exceptions. We only have the space and materials for those who have registered and paid their deposit. We suggest friends, family, etc. check out the many shops and restaurants on Pickering Wharf while you craft! 


If your group requires more flexibility for class size or observers/supervisors/troop leaders/parents, consider inquiring about booking a private workshop. 

WEDDING BROOMS: can two people make one broom together?

 At this time, we are only offering wedding brooms as kits to go. Check out our Wedding Crafts and Group Bookings page for more information on how to get your wedding broom kit to go!   

Wedding Crafts

what are your broom sizes? How do I get the broom home?

 When assembled, the average broom sizes are: 

  • Small: 21"
  • Medium: 33"
  • Large: 55-60"

If you are traveling home by plane, it's best to check with your airline to see if they will let you on with your broom. If not, there is a UPS store in town that has boxes specifically sized for our brooms and they have plenty of experience shipping them. The Witchery does not ship brooms once they are made.  Otherwise, kits-to-go are even more travel friendly, since they aren't assembled yet!

I'm running late for my session. what IS YOUR POLICY?

If you are not present when the instruction portion has started, you cannot join the workshop and we cannot start over for you. Also, if we don't hear from you, we will assume you aren't coming and we may give your spot to a walk-in. 


If you miss your workshop, we can help you reschedule your appointment or schedule a time to get a kit-to-go. Missed appointments are not eligible for a refund.

Read our workshop policies here

RESCHEDULING, CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS...

You can reschedule your appointments through your appointment confirmation email. You MUST reschedule EACH AND EVERY appointment individually. If you booked 4 people, you must reschedule 4 times! We may not be able to accommodate your group if your appointments are erroneously scheduled. 


You must cancel your reservation via phone call or email within 24 hours of the workshop to get a refund. There are no refunds for late cancellations, tardiness, and "no-shows". Thank you for understanding.

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Bookbinding FAQs

HOW MUcH DOES IT COST?

We have two price-points for our bookbinding journals:  

KITS-TO-GO

  • Small Journals: $59
  • Medium Journals: $79
  • Large Journals: $129


WORKSHOPS (includes $10 workshop fee)

  • Small Journals: $69
  • Medium Journals: $89
  • Large Journals: $139

$53.12 / person is needed to book a reservation. What is this for?

$50/person (plus $3.12 non-refundable sales tax) is your initial payment. It is required to hold your spot for all workshops. You can pay the remaining balance for your leather journal at the end of your session. 

Age requirements

 Our workshops are for 13+ crafters ONLY – no exceptions. Book binding in particular involves  involves sharp tools and a lot of focus. We provide alternative crafts and workshops geared toward younger crafters, such as Kids’ Broom Decorating Sessions. If you have a younger child, consider having them stop by to purchase a bookbinding kit to take and make at their own pace.  

Read our workshop policies here

when can i take a workshop?

All workshops are BY APPOINTMENT. During Winter and Spring, we have workshops scheduled Tuesday through Saturday: broom making at 1:00pm and 2:30pm, bookbinding at 4:00pm.  


More workshops are added to the schedule for Summer and Fall, extending into the evening during October!

book your appointment here

can my friend / family stay and watch?

Unfortunately, no. You can only stay in the store if you registered for the workshop to make a craft - no exceptions. We only have the space and materials for those who have registered and paid their deposit. We suggest friends, family, etc. check out the many shops and restaurants on Pickering Wharf while you craft! 


If your group requires more flexibility for class size or observers/supervisors/troop leaders/parents, consider inquiring about booking a private workshop. 

Are the journals hard cover or soft cover?

Long stitch bookbinding has a soft leather cover, usually about 1.5-2mm's thick. We prefer the long stitch method because it does not involve glue or other adhesives. Your book will have refillable blank pages which are great for writing, drawing, you name it!

ARE WE DOING everything from scratch?

We created holes in your leather for you, as this involves a lot of hammering and we have neighbors above us. You'll do all of the bookbinding and embellishing!

What kind of paper do you use? Do the pages come with spells and stuff?

We use white, heavyweight art/text paper. When supplies are available, medium journals have the option of "curious grey" text paper or tea-stained paper. Your pages are empty so you can use your journal however you wish!

Rescheduling, cancellations, & refunds...

You can reschedule your appointments through your appointment confirmation email. You MUST reschedule EACH AND EVERY appointment individually. If you booked 4 people, you must reschedule 4 times! We may not be able to accommodate your group if your appointments are erroneously scheduled. 


You must cancel your reservation via phone call or email within 24 hours of the workshop to get a refund. There are no refunds for late cancellations, tardiness, and "no-shows". Thank you for understanding.

book now