Tag: Embroidery

Viking Hood, Coat and Gloves

Viking Hood, Coat and Gloves

I made my Viking hood in 2014, when a friend gave me a yard of a lovely dark brown wool. It is based on the Skjoldehamn find, made in the brown wool, lined in flannel. I started with the lining, and I’m glad I did, 

What Does a Viking Wear? My first efforts at a Viking outfit

What Does a Viking Wear? My first efforts at a Viking outfit

In 2014 I joined a Viking reenactment group, and therefore needed a whole new wardrobe.  I started with a basic underdress and apron dress. Both are of linen, because wool is usually too hot for Southern California, and I also did a Jorvik cap of