Some of the most fascinating objects demonstrating medieval craftsmanship have come from Viking burials of the 9th and 10th centuries in Sweden. The term “posament” refers to a method of knotting and braiding wire into ornaments used to decorate textiles. In this class students will practice the art of posament using nylon cords to perfect either a “Josephine” or a riangular series of braided knots. We will then construct a length of knots using pewter coiled thread (96% tin + 4% silver) and sew the finished braid to a softened leather strip to create a bracelet. A pewter button finishes off the bracelet.

You will need the following tools for this class:

All required tools/materials are provided by your instructor and North House and will be available once the course begins.

• The materials fee for this course ($95) will be collected by the instrutor during class. Please bring cash or check.

Feel free to bring your favorite tools and whatever materials you might feel appropriate for this course.

• Students should bring magnifier glasses if needed. 
• Students will also need to bring thimbles if they are not accustomed to sewing.