Iris Hantverk Vegetable brush
Iris Hantverk Vegetable Brush
A properly made vegetable brush — simple, effective, and built for daily prep.
Crafted from oil-treated birch, the handle sits comfortably in the hand, even when wet. The brush head combines two natural fibres: tampico (a plant fibre derived from agave) for firmer scrubbing, and union fibre (a blend of tampico and bassine) for slightly softer cleaning.
This dual-fibre construction allows you to scrub hardy root vegetables like potatoes and carrots thoroughly, while still being controlled enough for more delicate produce.
Materials
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Handle: Oil-treated birch
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Bristles: Tampico & Union fibre
Dimensions (approx.)
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Length: 12–13 cm
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Width: 4–5 cm
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Height: 3–4 cm
A small but essential kitchen tool — durable, tactile and made to replace disposable plastic alternatives. Functional Scandinavian design, built for repetition.
Traditional Swedish Brushmaking
Iris Hantverk was founded in Stockholm in the late 1800s as a brush-binding workshop employing visually impaired craftsmen — a model that continues today. A core part of their production is still carried out by blind and visually impaired artisans trained in traditional brush binding techniques.
Brush binding is a highly tactile craft. Small holes are drilled into the wooden handle and bundles of natural fibre are pulled through and secured by hand using wire. It’s skilled, repetitive work that relies on touch, rhythm and precision rather than sight — one of the reasons the trade historically provided meaningful employment for blind craftsmen across Scandinavia.
Today, Iris Hantverk works with visually impaired artisans in Sweden and Estonia, maintaining both the social mission and the craft integrity of the brand.
Each brush — whether for vegetables, dishes or body care — reflects that heritage: oil-treated birch handles, natural fibres, and careful hand assembly. Practical tools, made slowly and with purpose, designed to last for years rather than seasons.
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