Viking Knit/Weave Workshop
Sat, 21 Sept
|Galway
Create Stunning Viking Weave Chain
Time & Location
21 Sept 2024, 10:00 – 15:00
Galway, Monivea Rd, Galway, H91 VP7V, Ireland
About the event
I am unsure if this technique actually dates back to the vikings or not. I know they used wire that they twisted together to form cuffs and torques but whether they created this actual weave or knit I have been unable to find out. There was a "Trichinopoly Chain" found in an 9th century hoard in Scoltand but the weave is different.
I do know that it is a great skill to have and the pieces made using this skill have an ancient and artisan feel to them.
Viking Knit or Weave is a simple technique that produces a highly intricate "chain" I have put that in inverted commas because it does not feel like a chain more like a cord or braid. Suddenly wire has become a textile and I Love it.
You will be taught how to use a simple acrylic or wooden rod and draw-plate to produce stunning results. The final piece will be a necklace and or bracelet (depending on speed) I have a selection of terminals some with animal heads to create a real viking show piece.
If you choose the copper and silver option the silver will be sufficient to create a bangle and copper for a necklace please contact me if you wish to make both items in silver as this will be considerably more expensive.
Tickets
Viking Knit/Weave Workshop
Learn this amazing ancient art.
From €65.00 to €110.00Sale ended- €65.00
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