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Viking Posament Bracelet Variation Online Course

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Course Overview

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 online class students will practice the art of posament using nylon cords to perfect a “Josephine”and a triangular 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. (If you have taken the Viking Posament Bracelet Class previously please note this is a new variation where we will create a wider bracelet using the Josephine and triangular knot together.)

*Note: Students will receive kits with all the necessary materials included by mail in advance and are welcome to practice posament knots using the enclosed nylon cord and printed visual directions before the class date.

Required Tools

  • Scissors

  • Measuring tape or ruler

  • Rubber Cement or Aleene’s Tacky Glue

  • Thimble if needed

  • Good lighting

  • Extra magnification (cheater glasses or other if needed for close work)

Optional Tools

  • Tweezers

Session Information

To ensure that materials arrive in time for class, the deadline for registration is February 24, 2023.

Dates

Fri, Mar 10th, 2023  –  Sat, Mar 11th, 2023

Course Details

Hours: Day 1: 4-6pm CST Day 2: 10am-2pm CST
Tuition: $110.00
Materials fee: $106.00
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North House Folk School photo of instructor, Liz Bucheit
Liz Bucheit
Lanesboro, MN

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Viking Posament Bracelet Variation Online Course