In New Orleans, the broom is a symbol for health, fertility, and protection. It also functions to sweep away evil influences from the home. Louisiana broom dolls are fashioned out of brooms as magickal talismans to bring good things into your life.

"The humble broom holds an elevated position in African and African American folklore, magicko-religious beliefs and spiritual practices. Most folks are familiar with our reverence for the broom because of its prominent role in traditional African American weddings. The jumping of the broom ceremony, for example, has been embraced as a vestige of Black heritage. Yet, looking into the elaborate broom etiquette and customs of early African Americans and hoodoos only provided a partial understanding of the role of the broom. For an in-depth understanding of the relationship between brooms and Black folks, we must journey much further back in time. Tracing the broom's usage back across the Atlantic sheds the brightest light on its complex articulation in African and African American culture." (From "The Broom in Hoodoo," page 43.)

Bird, S. R. (2004). Sticks, Stones Roots and Bones: Hoodoo, Mojo & Conjuring with Herbs Llewellyn Publications.

Details: This beautiful Goddess broom doll is traditionally crafted out of a small broom and adorned with vintage laces and ribbons. Her hair is made of the finest fancy yarns, and her face is hand-sculpted out of polymer clay with painted details. She is wearing an evil eye bead for warding off negativity and a cat charm for good luck. Goddess broom dolls are made in celebration of the Goddess within, and to promote self-worth and self-esteem in women. She measures approximately 4 x 3 inches and comes in a beautiful organza bag.