Dark age meet up?

[BorderReiver]

I thought this was an easy going meet , as in wear what you can as near to the time as you can get it , I know some of you guys are really into this kind of thing but i was really going along for the experiance I dont want to be being told this is wrong and thats wrong dont do this or that so I think I am going to pull out , Sorry Gary I was looking forward to it but i dont think i can meet all the requirements for this one I will see you at Middlewood

Don't forget that all the fancy braid and tunics etc. were worn by the rich Vikings.

The poor and the slaves wore very simple clothes, usually linen. You could probably find some cheap gear in charity shops that you could modify easily.

Don't forget, this is a trial run and authenticity isn't absolutely needed.

Give it a bash and have some fun for me too because I can't make it.

 

[Wayland]

Ditto that thought.

Although some people are working hard towards their gear, this weekend is an introduction and as I have stated several times, I'm quite happy to see basic kit and we can provide loan kit for a few people too.

Hope you change your mind....

 

[Eric_Methven]

Gary, will there be anywhere to shoot arrows? Cameron wants to know if it's worth bringing his longbow.

Eric

 

[Singeblister]

ok still going to come along feel a bit better about it now

 

[andywinkk]

We aint to botherd about being wealthy vikings, so as anyone got any pics of poor vikings wearing tunics and trousers, i have some brown linen so we need pics mainly of trousers and footwear, any help apreciated,

 

[andywinkk]

Is the small forge still free for me and john to use, and what do you recomend we make so we can bring the right bits of metal, keeping with the time period ?

 

[Toddy]

Dead easy, just think linen or wool pull on trackies with straight, or narrowing in a bit to the ankle, trousers, and long sleeved t shirt type tunics. Make the tunic long enough to almost reach your knees. A square or rectangular cloak on top and you'll be fine. You'll need a leather belt to gather the tunic and a pin to hold your cloak. Pouches, knives, and the like would be good but no worries. Keep your shoes or boots simple and plain and preferably brown or tan leather. Desi boots are fine Wayland said.

In this weather if you can manage two tunics in different colours it helps with the layering look, but even a long sleeved tshirt underneath helps with the illusion.
I've got some Viking hats cut out, I'll bring them down with me.

I always think that there are too many nobles and not enough oridinary folks in re enacting; me I go for the decent housewife look

See you there,
cheers,
Toddy

 

[Eric_Methven]

Don't worry about PC leather belts. I'll be bringing a goodly selection of belts for people to borrow.

Eric

 

[Cobweb]

Thanks Eric, I can't seem to find any thin leather belts around here. It just thick and clunky plastic stuff.

 

[Wayland]

Don't forget the site has tunics that can be borrowed, mainly woolen so that will help with layering.

For this trip plain looking boots or shoes are fine, the site can get wet at times so many people might be glad of that.

The forge is available but I'll have to check about the bellows, I think they might belong to another group but I'm not sure. There may be ways around that though.

Firesteels are a good choice and saleable too, there are also penannular brooches that are easy to make from small bar. I'll try to bring an example to Middlemud.

Glad to have you back on board.

 

[Wayland]

Eric, we might be able to set up some archery near the roman fort. I'll have to check though.

 

[andywinkk]

Thanks for that Tody Eric Andy wayland, you have answerd my questions so i will get craking on monday i am making singeblisters aswell

 

[Eric_Methven]

As far as the belts are concerned, I'll just bring the leather blanks and these will be the type without metal buckles.

Similar to this but without the mystery braiding (although if anyone wants to braid theirs, I'll show you the secret).

I'll also make up two leather bellows bags with non return valves to use with the forge. Working two (one with each hand alternately) will give a constant air stream. And they are period correct.

Firesteels and penanular brooches would be ideal and only needs steel from an old coil spring. In fact, mild steel is fine for the brooches and is good for beginners to practice with.

Getting more and more excited about this.

Eric

 

[andywinkk]

As far as the belts are concerned, I'll just bring the leather blanks and these will be the type without metal buckles.

Similar to this but without the mystery braiding (although if anyone wants to braid theirs, I'll show you the secret).

I'll also make up two leather bellows bags with non return valves to use with the forge. Working two (one with each hand alternately) will give a constant air stream. And they are period correct.

Firesteels and penanular brooches would be ideal and only needs steel from an old coil spring. In fact, mild steel is fine for the brooches and is good for beginners to practice with.

Getting more and more excited about this.

Eric

How much to buy one of them eric plain not braided ?

 

[nickg]

Thats a very clever buckle eric - your invention?

Cheers
Nick

 

[Eric_Methven]

Not mine at all. It's ancient in concept. I saw an example on a photo of a stone carving (can't remember where) and thought "Oh, that's useful" Then salted the info away for future use.

It's really handy for situations like this where different people might want a belt in a hurry. Doesn't need much in the way of tools either. Sharp knife and a hole punch will do it. The design works well with birch bark too. No metal needed so it's bushcrafty as you can get.

Eric

 

[John Fenna]

Oh crikey - another project I will have to try out!

 

[nickg]

Not mine at all. It's ancient in concept. I saw an example on a photo of a stone carving (can't remember where) and thought "Oh, that's useful" Then salted the info away for future use.

It's really handy for situations like this where different people might want a belt in a hurry. Doesn't need much in the way of tools either. Sharp knife and a hole punch will do it. The design works well with birch bark too. No metal needed so it's bushcrafty as you can get.

Eric

Excellant - so I can swipe a copy sometime - good man

See you there
Nick

 

[Wayland]

You can do it with just a single slot in the belt.

I've got a couple somewhere I'll bring along.

 

[Singeblister]

thanks guys I was thinking of making some firesteels and jewelery I will have a root for materials , I have some brass but its the new stuff and doesnt forge very well , we could have a go at a bit of casting though and use the cuttle fish bone method for the mold