I live in Washington state USA. I own 10 acres, raise chickens, etc. Last winter I had go out many times right after it had snowed, or as it was snowing, to check on the chickens. I am an old lady and very sensitive to the cold. The trees would release their burden of snow and hit me. I had made a knitted balaclava but the snow went down my collar and I swore I was going to make myself an old fashioned hood that went over the head and was entirely closed at the neck, and added another layer to my winter coat. Hence, I am watching your video. I hope you had a lovely Christmas. I think your home is lovely. Thank you for this video - it gives me some good ideas. Your cat is absolutely glorious.
I understand now why we must wait so long for each one of your creations. Your videos are on a whole other level. They are like watching a full length indie award winning film. Totally worth the wait!
The Hood turned out fab! I love how the buttons ended up looking like a really cool trim but also functional too. I also like how you noted that styles within European countries were different! It still astounds me how many people actually believe that 'European' means that its all one homogenous mass of people who wore the exact same dress, looked the same, acted the same and had the same traditions when in reality there is so much depth in culture that is just written off.. Even within the countries themselves there is so much variation! Sorry it just gets my goat! So its nice to see someone actually vocalise that there is differences and that its not all the same so thankyou!
One thing I've found very telling when it comes to absolutely crushing the myth of 'historical european fashion' being some kind of monolith, is looking at different types of national or traditional costumes. Especially in Norway, the variations between neighbouring areas can be striking, and elements of several time periods can even be found within the same garment. Where some national costumes create a very recognizable 1600 peasant silhouette, a few miles away the empire waist suddenly dominates, while a mile or so in a separate direction you'll find the usual central brooch placement change to one more reminiscent of the classic viking style smokkr; or apron dress, as it is most commonly known. The variations within embroidery and embellishment, colour combinations, headgear and the addition or lack of other accessories speaks volumes to the immense variety available, and I think we do ourselves a disservice in assuming that everyone within a specific area essentially wore the same in their given period. We should remember that most people made their own clothing, so it is safe to assume that there was not much more limit to creativity than if the same was true today. I suppose availability to resources and knowledge would pose the bigger challenge, as well as the pressures of conformity, personal skill level and so on, yet judging by other surviving sources regarding art and architecture of the time, I see no reason to dismiss the idea that fashion has been far more varied throughout history than we often give it credit for.
The footage of the toad and the tree creature is soo heartwarming! I came for the sewing but I stayed to see some proof of time actually passing in the past few months! I love your work!
What a wonderful video! On a side note...can we please bring these hoods back for Nordic winters? they seem like they would be much warmer than some modern hat designs!
I have a wool skjoldenhamn hood lined with linen, acquired for a reenactment photo shoot during winter, and I felt so nice and toasty throughout the day that I decided to keep wearing it in my daily life. I find that using my iron age and medieval outfits, even outside of events, have given me a greater understanding and appreciation of clothing and what it means to be truly comfortable in what are surprisingly practical outfits tbh. An added bonus is the ability to achieve any desired silhouette through layering, structure, clever cuts and padding, rather than resorting to starve oneself or feel the need for surgical intervention. They are also incredibly versatile when it comes to alterations and repairs when necessary, and the natural fibers aid in regulating body temperature very efficiently.
Welcome back! I’ve missed your smiling face! The informational section at the beginning was very interesting, and it was lovely to see so many of the techniques making the rounds through CosTube applied in a different way. The finished hood looks warm and adorable! The color is so pretty in contrast with the snow, too.
Hahahah yes I am sorry for the confusion! Something must have happened to the video when I uploaded it because the audio just crashed, so I took it down and reuploaded it again. Hope you'll enjoy it now nontheless!
@@elinabrahamsson9442 I’m so glad it’s up again. I watched yesterday and experienced the audio crash and I was so sad! Because I wanted to see it so badly!
The hood is beautiful, the color is lovely, everything is so detailed, and I am sure it is amazing to wear out in the cold, snowy, winter weather. I have seen others use the tablet weaving to make a braid, then apply it to a garment later, but never seen it applied directly as it was woven as you did. This was extremely cool to see!
I love this format! I love the history in tandem with the sewing! It’s so relaxing to listen too abs I’ve learned something too! Such a beautiful project! The grey lining with the soft pink wool looks fantastic! All those little buttons are precious. So much work and such a beautiful result!
Dear Goddess, this was mind blowing! From dying your own wool to the billion buttons, the stitching, and... OMG THE TABLET WEAVING! (Be still my heart!!) Brava, Elin. This was truly remarkable!
I love that you show time passage in these videos! not only is it the most beautiful cinematography ever!!! but it also reassures me that these projects do take time and i don't have to pressure myself to finish a project within a week.
Excellent video of an excellent hood! I loved the long introduction with historical references. Your sewing is beautiful and the resulting hood is charming! Thank you!
I love him at a research you do, and how specific you are with what you're trying to accomplish for a specific time. Or region. It really shows that there so much diversity among areas and classes and religious groups, showing that it's not one-way for a time. And that's it, it's different all over the world at different times, and shows the diversity of the world
only just caught this video - it is charming! the inclusion of animals, wild and domestic, is heartwarming and somehow authenticates your creation. I watched while baking bread - must go, it's now done! Thank you, I hope your beautiful hood has senn you through subsequent winters!! xx
I am so relaxed after watching this, I know nothing about medieval hoods and I found this so interesting, the scenic shots were breathtaking. Subscribed!
Your clothing pieces that you create are so beautiful. I have Swedish (and German, Norwegian, Russian/Ukrainian) elders and ancestors, and so it is so, so inspiring to see you recreating clothing my family members could have worn. Your craftsmanship is so stunning, and I have so much respect for you. Seeing your videos brighten my life. I am honored to share this planet with you, Elin. Many blessings to you and your creations!
Watching your videos makes me think about too many things, mostly those of the everyday life that, with the time, gets lost,because we give them for granted.
A charming and instructive video. This young woman has such great good fortune to live in a beautiful and cosy home. I love getting glimpses of it when she films in the various rooms. (The outdoors is very nice, too .^_^. )
I adore your videos. The way you take the time to slow down and enjoy life all around you is a breath of fresh air. Now I need to make my girls their winter Little Red Riding capes!
I got so excited when I saw you had a new video up, and then it turns out to be about headcoverings, which is exactly where my head is at, right now. Excellent video, as always. Thank you for bringing a little shock of inspiration to my Friday.
You did a very beautiful job with this hood, from the theory down to completion - very, very nice! And I also love the chicken shots! Do cuddle the for me, please!
Your skills and dedication is like something out of a fairy tale. What an excellent job, not only in the construction of your hood, but the editing of your video. Top quality all the way around.
I LOOOVE the breakdown of the theory. I think it's what makes historical sewing so much fun, because it almost feels like looking at a treasure map, trying to solve the riddles, following little path and discovering something probably hidden, almost secret. And it feels magical. I really love your videos! You're one of my favorite historical sewing channel, since you also put so much details into "how I would have done it if I were a lady of XX century?" And it feels surreal. Thank you!
Welcome back, I’ve missed your videos! I don’t sew, but love your enthusiasm and joy about for the subject. Your videos are visually beautiful and always informative. Looking forward to seeing more x
Very informative and great fun to follow the creation of a medieval hood. With your amazing cinematic quality and captivating story telling, your videos are a favorite to watch!
I really enjoyed the informative long Intro to your project! Thank you for all the time researching and making this video (and the lovely hood)! I would also definitely watch these kinds of informative videos without a completed month long sewing project in the end, if you ever felt like sharing your research finds and thoughts with us whilst your in the midst of a longer project. I am practicing my German brick stitching at the moment and really enjoy learning from you whilst doing so. :) Thank you, looking forward to your next creation!
I always look forward to your videos. You live a rich life. I’m going to assume that you filmed this last Autumn. Looks like what August/September looks in the midwest United States. :)
Your content always makes me so happy!! I recently finished sewing a hood based on the Bocksten bog man's hood, and since winter has been pretty cold so far this year, I've gotten to use it quite a bit. I can tell you that I've gotten a few odd looks, walking around Stockholm in my medieval garment, haha! I used a lovely forest green wool fabric and it turned out surprisingly well. Your videos are always a huge inspiration for me and always fills me with creative joy! Keep doing what you love!!
I love all of your videos, Elin, but this one was particularly special. Very informative, lots of research involved, so many techniques I have never heard of before -- wow, tablet weaving? -- beautiful cinematography, music, and scenery. It might be strange to hear, but I found this very relaxing! I hope you will continue making these wonderful, inspirational, heart-warming videos. And whatever you do, keep learning and creating! Thank you for sharing your brilliance with us!
Aaah this is one of the most relaxing, informative and amazing videos I've seen in a while. I was literally gasping when you did those decorative, white lines on the bottom. It's so maticulous and so beautiful. I also never imagined making gores out of left over parts. Absolutely incredible.
I love these hoods!❤❤❤❤❤I love most historical sewing and Medieval eras are actually my favorite! I so enjoy hand sewing! There are many things I want to hand sew. As of late, face masks I machine sew, as.its quicker and it's not important to me to hand sew those. However, seeing you make this beautiful wool hood, I now want to hand sew myself some garments.
English weaving terms: between the warp and the weft Tabard weaving is also called “card weaving” and old playing cards work really well! This is the first time I have seen someone sewing while weaving, rather than just sewing on a woven belt. This is great! I want to make some bone cards to weave with. Cardboard SUCKS because it snags. Patterns are really fun to make with card weaving, but I stick to simple stuff. Getting it to not “twist” by “evening out” your rotations while working with patterns you made yourself is.... work! I love your channel, you’re one of the best things I have found on youtube! It’s lovely to watch other people keep old traditions alive.
Hi, you came into my feed and I am captivated by your style and techniques. I really like the tablet weaving on the garment while making it, that is so clever. I thought you could have needle binded the edge as well, it would give a similar appearance and can be done with only a needle (no other tools needed). If you started at the inside of the hood it would be to reinforce the buttonholes. But you could also needle bind an edge and with buttonholes in them. Different colors make a beautiful adornment. Needle binding won't come undone, so there will be no fraying. And, if done with wool you can felt it a bit if desired. Needle binding is time appropriate as well. As for stitching up the seam allowances on the hood, I thought that with having the seam allowances folded apart the stitches of the seam are exposed (yours are not visible, but the wind can peep through in harsh weather) and therefore the seam allowance is not used to make the seam extra sturdy. Just musing about this. These popped up in my mind. Oh, and I've subscribed to your channel, and off to binge watch your other videos. Greetings from The Netherlands, moi!
Loved it from start to finish. Another gem of a video decorating your youtube channel. Love the information you supplied, taking us along with your research. Thank you for your time and effort to make such a fantastic video. 💖
I love everything about this video. (it's hard to have a favorite, I often rewatch your videos even though I'm a knitter, and don't sew garments from scratch).
What a talented young lady. you are! I have struggled with winter scarves all my life. I lose them and then my ears are cold. Finally a solution I can try. Some of the techniques are really amazing. I finally have my first historical project thank you.
I think we should still wear hoods to keep our heads warm! I loved watching you cut out and sew your 14th century hood, and liripipe! You are a very good sewer! I love the colour of your hood, and think it suits you very nicely! Stay safe! Let's hope Covid-19 is over, soon! ~Janet in Canada
I enjoy seeing techniques used that I have not seen before. I had not seen the type of button making you did, nor the weaving. Very interesting and informative. The sides of the hood turned forward to block the face could be very practical working in the garden in summer and tending animals in winter. Where to put a hood on my very long list of projects I want to do...
Your meticulous buttons and buttonholes convinced me that my new hood will be closed in the front (or be closed with a pin), Elin. I do know how to do a tablet-woven hem, though, and yours looks very nice. This was a lovely video, and it is a beautiful hood.
The space between your warp threads when you're weaving is called the "shed"! I've also been researching hoods for the past few months and have made 2 mock-ups so far. I haven't progressed to making the wool one yet, I'm not quite happy with my pattern thus far!
I am a guy and could not find hoods for reenactment, so I made my own. I have started making over sized hoods for winter wear because they are so very warm. Over size so that wool knit caps can go underneath. Thank you for sharing this. My techniques are very similar to yours.
I love the music and nature cinematography in your videos! It is so lively to watch. Also, I’m trying to learn tablet weaving, but I keep getting confused. Good job on it!! The hood looks so nice!
I really appreciate how you explain a technique or history and then while you are sewing, you show us footage of you sewing or lovely scenery...it helps give me time to think about what you said and helps me sort of absorb the information you shared. So well done!!
I absolutely loved this video! The VIBE of it is just glorious! So many gorgeous picturesque shots left me breathless. The heather shot at 28.17 has my heart! Also I always enjoy seeing how you sew outside with the help of your wonderful pets. And the amount of research and information you provided! Such great job! Thank you for sharing it and the process with us.
Such a lovely video. I very much liked this format, with the intro showing your research and then going into the project. The piecing on the gores added such lovely detail, as did the tablet weaving and the buttons. The pipes always make me smile...they are a little funny looking, but I assume originally served a useful purpose or else why would they waste precious time and resources on them? But I haven't seen a good explanation for them as a style choice. And Christmas for the chickens was so delightful. I was happy to see them doing so well.
It's so lovely and that color is stunning! Those rows of tiny cloth buttons are so elegant and so quintessentially Medieval and I'm such a sucker for them.
Wow! So much effort went into this video. There is a ton of information and the scenery is beautiful. I can see why you take months to post you can’t make a video like this once a week. I look forward to seeing your next videos. This is for all your videos I stumbled into your plant dyeing videos also very beautiful and informative.
this is so cool!! i always love seeing women recreate historical fashion and then include footage of goofing around and having fun in it at the end, it really helps to remind me that people who lived 700 years ago were still just people like us
gotta love the dilemma of every garment maker:
oh this would look so nice I want to do that!
oh this is so much work...
Amen.
I live in Washington state USA. I own 10 acres, raise chickens, etc. Last winter I had go out many times right after it had snowed, or as it was snowing, to check on the chickens. I am an old lady and very sensitive to the cold. The trees would release their burden of snow and hit me. I had made a knitted balaclava but the snow went down my collar and I swore I was going to make myself an old fashioned hood that went over the head and was entirely closed at the neck, and added another layer to my winter coat. Hence, I am watching your video. I hope you had a lovely Christmas. I think your home is lovely. Thank you for this video - it gives me some good ideas.
Your cat is absolutely glorious.
I understand now why we must wait so long for each one of your creations.
Your videos are on a whole other level. They are like watching a full length indie award winning film.
Totally worth the wait!
Very lovely: amazing amount of research, cinematic outdoor scenes, cozy home sewing scenes, informative how to, all beautifully edited.
Thank you!❤
I couldn't agree more. Looking forward to more from this creator!
It turned out beautifully!
i know it's kind of randomly asking but does anybody know a good site to watch newly released movies online?
@Kade Howard ehh try Flixportal. you can find it thru google:P -hayden
You have such a neat handstitching, it always amazes me. And the cinematography of your videos is just perfect. Not to mention the cutest hood ever xD
Thank you! I always think my stitches look horrible hahah, but I'm glad someone thinks the opposite!
The Hood turned out fab! I love how the buttons ended up looking like a really cool trim but also functional too. I also like how you noted that styles within European countries were different!
It still astounds me how many people actually believe that 'European' means that its all one homogenous mass of people who wore the exact same dress, looked the same, acted the same and had the same traditions when in reality there is so much depth in culture that is just written off.. Even within the countries themselves there is so much variation! Sorry it just gets my goat! So its nice to see someone actually vocalise that there is differences and that its not all the same so thankyou!
One thing I've found very telling when it comes to absolutely crushing the myth of 'historical european fashion' being some kind of monolith, is looking at different types of national or traditional costumes.
Especially in Norway, the variations between neighbouring areas can be striking, and elements of several time periods can even be found within the same garment.
Where some national costumes create a very recognizable 1600 peasant silhouette, a few miles away the empire waist suddenly dominates, while a mile or so in a separate direction you'll find the usual central brooch placement change to one more reminiscent of the classic viking style smokkr; or apron dress, as it is most commonly known.
The variations within embroidery and embellishment, colour combinations, headgear and the addition or lack of other accessories speaks volumes to the immense variety available, and I think we do ourselves a disservice in assuming that everyone within a specific area essentially wore the same in their given period.
We should remember that most people made their own clothing, so it is safe to assume that there was not much more limit to creativity than if the same was true today. I suppose availability to resources and knowledge would pose the bigger challenge, as well as the pressures of conformity, personal skill level and so on, yet judging by other surviving sources regarding art and architecture of the time, I see no reason to dismiss the idea that fashion has been far more varied throughout history than we often give it credit for.
The footage of the toad and the tree creature is soo heartwarming! I came for the sewing but I stayed to see some proof of time actually passing in the past few months! I love your work!
We became great friends that lovely summers day! Thank you!
I've never been so excited to watch someone talk about hoods for 45 minutes in my life lol
Hahahahah, I hope it lived up to your excitement!
I can't believe the video was 44 minutes long. I loved every moment and the hood is beautiful especially the colour and the little buttons.
That such a compliment! Thank you!
What a wonderful video! On a side note...can we please bring these hoods back for Nordic winters? they seem like they would be much warmer than some modern hat designs!
I have a wool skjoldenhamn hood lined with linen, acquired for a reenactment photo shoot during winter, and I felt so nice and toasty throughout the day that I decided to keep wearing it in my daily life.
I find that using my iron age and medieval outfits, even outside of events, have given me a greater understanding and appreciation of clothing and what it means to be truly comfortable in what are surprisingly practical outfits tbh.
An added bonus is the ability to achieve any desired silhouette through layering, structure, clever cuts and padding, rather than resorting to starve oneself or feel the need for surgical intervention.
They are also incredibly versatile when it comes to alterations and repairs when necessary, and the natural fibers aid in regulating body temperature very efficiently.
Welcome back! I’ve missed your smiling face! The informational section at the beginning was very interesting, and it was lovely to see so many of the techniques making the rounds through CosTube applied in a different way. The finished hood looks warm and adorable! The color is so pretty in contrast with the snow, too.
Thank you, Im very glad it was appreachiated!
I was so sad when yesterday I clicked on the notification and it said its a private video. Glad its finally public again ;)
You, too?? I was almost crying, lol!
Hahahah yes I am sorry for the confusion! Something must have happened to the video when I uploaded it because the audio just crashed, so I took it down and reuploaded it again. Hope you'll enjoy it now nontheless!
I know!😞
@@elinabrahamsson9442 I’m so glad it’s up again. I watched yesterday and experienced the audio crash and I was so sad! Because I wanted to see it so badly!
You are amazing. Would love to see more into your lifestyle. You’re quite fascinating 💗 xx
Im so excited when one of your videos comes out. Each one takes a while, but it's worth the wait, because they're always fascinating and joyful.
I am so happy you think so! But now I hope to get more out. Several months is maybe too much ;)
The hood is beautiful, the color is lovely, everything is so detailed, and I am sure it is amazing to wear out in the cold, snowy, winter weather. I have seen others use the tablet weaving to make a braid, then apply it to a garment later, but never seen it applied directly as it was woven as you did. This was extremely cool to see!
Yes, this part was amazing! I finally, *finally* understand how tablet weaving works! 🤣
I imagine that women's hoods of that time had a lot of needle work as well. It's a very subtle way to show off your skills. I love it.
I love this format! I love the history in tandem with the sewing! It’s so relaxing to listen too abs I’ve learned something too!
Such a beautiful project! The grey lining with the soft pink wool looks fantastic! All those little buttons are precious. So much work and such a beautiful result!
Thank you so much! That's the best combination really!
Me trying to understand what was going on with the weaving and the cardboard: 👁👄👁
Me liking the end result: 👏🏻🤠
I'm a simple man
I see a video of Elin and I instantly press the like button
Me too!
@@debbiecarroll8490 So did I!
Yes
Your chickens and that big fluffy cat are always such a treat to see in these videos.
I'm fairly certain you live in paradise! Absolutely beautiful surroundings, and as always, amazing video.
Dear Goddess, this was mind blowing! From dying your own wool to the billion buttons, the stitching, and... OMG THE TABLET WEAVING! (Be still my heart!!) Brava, Elin. This was truly remarkable!
I love that you show time passage in these videos! not only is it the most beautiful cinematography ever!!! but it also reassures me that these projects do take time and i don't have to pressure myself to finish a project within a week.
I'm amazed by whoever invented weaving. That probably took a long time to work out. Fortunately reenacting hasn't made me weave anything yet.
Excellent video of an excellent hood! I loved the long introduction with historical references. Your sewing is beautiful and the resulting hood is charming! Thank you!
As if the hood, buttons and button holes weren’t enough of a challenge, the weaving with the templates? Wow! Incredible. Thanks for a terrific video.
You remind me of a historically accurate sleeping beauty when she is in the forest with the 3 fairies 💕
It has become tradition to come back to this video every once in a while.
I love him at a research you do, and how specific you are with what you're trying to accomplish for a specific time. Or region. It really shows that there so much diversity among areas and classes and religious groups, showing that it's not one-way for a time. And that's it, it's different all over the world at different times, and shows the diversity of the world
only just caught this video - it is charming! the inclusion of animals, wild and domestic, is heartwarming and somehow authenticates your creation. I watched while baking bread - must go, it's now done! Thank you, I hope your beautiful hood has senn you through subsequent winters!! xx
I am so relaxed after watching this, I know nothing about medieval hoods and I found this so interesting, the scenic shots were breathtaking. Subscribed!
It's so nice to see all the chickens cuddled together!
Also, wonderful hood and video!!
Your clothing pieces that you create are so beautiful. I have Swedish (and German, Norwegian, Russian/Ukrainian) elders and ancestors, and so it is so, so inspiring to see you recreating clothing my family members could have worn. Your craftsmanship is so stunning, and I have so much respect for you. Seeing your videos brighten my life. I am honored to share this planet with you, Elin. Many blessings to you and your creations!
i actually started to tear up at the final shots in the snow, i cant express how much i love every single thing about this video
Watching your videos makes me think about too many things, mostly those of the everyday life that, with the time, gets lost,because we give them for granted.
A charming and instructive video. This young woman has such great good fortune to live in a beautiful and cosy home. I love getting glimpses of it when she films in the various rooms. (The outdoors is very nice, too .^_^. )
This was so inspiring! also, the Scandinavian Christmas decor was just * Chef's Kiss * !!
I love watching your videos. They are informative beautiful and refreshing to see the construction of garments from the Scandinavian region.
I adore your videos. The way you take the time to slow down and enjoy life all around you is a breath of fresh air. Now I need to make my girls their winter Little Red Riding capes!
Oh my gosh, the buttons. I love them. Bravo! Thank you for teaching us all. Great work.
That weaving part blew my mind
I got so excited when I saw you had a new video up, and then it turns out to be about headcoverings, which is exactly where my head is at, right now. Excellent video, as always. Thank you for bringing a little shock of inspiration to my Friday.
What a great example of real workmanship! I really loved to watch it, also the information at the beginning. Thank you for sharing!
You did a very beautiful job with this hood, from the theory down to completion - very, very nice! And I also love the chicken shots! Do cuddle the for me, please!
Your skills and dedication is like something out of a fairy tale. What an excellent job, not only in the construction of your hood, but the editing of your video. Top quality all the way around.
Wow, thank you so much! This made me very glad😍
This is amazing!
I love how you piece your fabric together, it looks so like that was the plan along and it add more character to the garment.
28:15 - the flowers look exactly like the buttons! Subtle and clever! 🎯🎯💗💗✅✅
That was beautiful, not only the sewing and history, but also the cinematography. Wow.
I LOOOVE the breakdown of the theory. I think it's what makes historical sewing so much fun, because it almost feels like looking at a treasure map, trying to solve the riddles, following little path and discovering something probably hidden, almost secret. And it feels magical.
I really love your videos! You're one of my favorite historical sewing channel, since you also put so much details into "how I would have done it if I were a lady of XX century?" And it feels surreal. Thank you!
Welcome back, I’ve missed your videos! I don’t sew, but love your enthusiasm and joy about for the subject. Your videos are visually beautiful and always informative. Looking forward to seeing more x
Very informative and great fun to follow the creation of a medieval hood. With your amazing cinematic quality and captivating story telling, your videos are a favorite to watch!
I really enjoyed the informative long Intro to your project! Thank you for all the time researching and making this video (and the lovely hood)! I would also definitely watch these kinds of informative videos without a completed month long sewing project in the end, if you ever felt like sharing your research finds and thoughts with us whilst your in the midst of a longer project. I am practicing my German brick stitching at the moment and really enjoy learning from you whilst doing so. :) Thank you, looking forward to your next creation!
I love all of your videos. How informational and entertaining they're always are, but also how visually beautiful.
I always look forward to your videos. You live a rich life. I’m going to assume that you filmed this last Autumn. Looks like what August/September looks in the midwest United States. :)
I am so happy you do! Yes I recorded this between september and december, but with huge gaps in between😊
Your content always makes me so happy!! I recently finished sewing a hood based on the Bocksten bog man's hood, and since winter has been pretty cold so far this year, I've gotten to use it quite a bit. I can tell you that I've gotten a few odd looks, walking around Stockholm in my medieval garment, haha! I used a lovely forest green wool fabric and it turned out surprisingly well. Your videos are always a huge inspiration for me and always fills me with creative joy! Keep doing what you love!!
I love the look of this for modern day, although, I'm not crazy about the tail. I am so glad to see so many people hand stitching here on TH-cam.
I love all of your videos, Elin, but this one was particularly special. Very informative, lots of research involved, so many techniques I have never heard of before -- wow, tablet weaving? -- beautiful cinematography, music, and scenery. It might be strange to hear, but I found this very relaxing! I hope you will continue making these wonderful, inspirational, heart-warming videos. And whatever you do, keep learning and creating! Thank you for sharing your brilliance with us!
I love the little lifestyle segments in your videos like the chickens.
Missed you lots here and all your Swedish perspectives, words, and throwing in a little bit of Swedish trad in there!
Lovely!
This was a pleasure to watch. Your editing, cinematography and all the content therein were exceptional. Thank you for this.
Phew! Dedication! I love the effort you put into accuracy :D love from holland
And I'm glad you appreachiated it!
I have to look into tablet weaving as an edge treatment! Fascinating!
Aaah this is one of the most relaxing, informative and amazing videos I've seen in a while. I was literally gasping when you did those decorative, white lines on the bottom. It's so maticulous and so beautiful. I also never imagined making gores out of left over parts. Absolutely incredible.
I love the cinematography! Also, the final garment turned out so good!
You are so funny. Love watching you create. My 8 year old daughter and I are trying to follow along with your medieval dress video. Thank you so much!
Not only do I gain new historical fashion knowledge watching your videos, but I also feel joy. Thank you for such a beautiful video.
Amazing details, love the attention to small things. That weaving looked very neat when you ere done. You have extra patience!
Thank you! Looking closely, it does not look that neat hahahah but well, there's a first time for everything!
I love these hoods!❤❤❤❤❤I love most historical sewing and Medieval eras are actually my favorite! I so enjoy hand sewing! There are many things I want to hand sew. As of late, face masks I machine sew, as.its quicker and it's not important to me to hand sew those. However, seeing you make this beautiful wool hood, I now want to hand sew myself some garments.
English weaving terms: between the warp and the weft
Tabard weaving is also called “card weaving” and old playing cards work really well! This is the first time I have seen someone sewing while weaving, rather than just sewing on a woven belt. This is great!
I want to make some bone cards to weave with. Cardboard SUCKS because it snags. Patterns are really fun to make with card weaving, but I stick to simple stuff. Getting it to not “twist” by “evening out” your rotations while working with patterns you made yourself is.... work!
I love your channel, you’re one of the best things I have found on youtube! It’s lovely to watch other people keep old traditions alive.
Try old key/credit/ gift cards! They're sturdier than playing cards, but don't snag :)
I agree the weaving and sewing part was scary to watch, but the brave girl did it so well.
Hi, you came into my feed and I am captivated by your style and techniques.
I really like the tablet weaving on the garment while making it, that is so clever. I thought you could have needle binded the edge as well, it would give a similar appearance and can be done with only a needle (no other tools needed). If you started at the inside of the hood it would be to reinforce the buttonholes. But you could also needle bind an edge and with buttonholes in them. Different colors make a beautiful adornment. Needle binding won't come undone, so there will be no fraying. And, if done with wool you can felt it a bit if desired. Needle binding is time appropriate as well.
As for stitching up the seam allowances on the hood, I thought that with having the seam allowances folded apart the stitches of the seam are exposed (yours are not visible, but the wind can peep through in harsh weather) and therefore the seam allowance is not used to make the seam extra sturdy. Just musing about this. These popped up in my mind. Oh, and I've subscribed to your channel, and off to binge watch your other videos. Greetings from The Netherlands, moi!
Welcome back, you too! I missed you :)
(ok, I'll go on watching the video lol)
I missed being here too! Thank you for watching❤
I absolutely love your movie because I felt like a movie but the history and the knowledge behind everything was such a beautiful thing
Loved it from start to finish. Another gem of a video decorating your youtube channel. Love the information you supplied, taking us along with your research. Thank you for your time and effort to make such a fantastic video. 💖
I love everything about this video. (it's hard to have a favorite, I often rewatch your videos even though I'm a knitter, and don't sew garments from scratch).
What a talented young lady. you are! I have struggled with winter scarves all my life. I lose them and then my ears are cold. Finally a solution I can try. Some of the techniques are really amazing. I finally have my first historical project thank you.
come for the sewing and delightful history research, stay for the incredible cinematic nature shots xD
The folds are really good at keeping the wind from your face.
I think we should still wear hoods to keep our heads warm! I loved watching you cut out and sew your 14th century hood, and liripipe! You are a very good sewer! I love the colour of your hood, and think it suits you very nicely! Stay safe! Let's hope Covid-19 is over, soon! ~Janet in Canada
Yes, I loved the long introduction, it really helped me understand the whole process more, thank you! The hood looks absolutely stunning 😍
I enjoy seeing techniques used that I have not seen before. I had not seen the type of button making you did, nor the weaving. Very interesting and informative. The sides of the hood turned forward to block the face could be very practical working in the garden in summer and tending animals in winter. Where to put a hood on my very long list of projects I want to do...
How lovely :) the video and the hood are both clearly a labour of love. I hope you enjoy your beautiful hood for many winters ahead.
Your tiny, precise stitches leave me in awe!!! Lovely work and nice video, as always!
You are my hero for keeping sane throughout all those buttons and button holes!
Your meticulous buttons and buttonholes convinced me that my new hood will be closed in the front (or be closed with a pin), Elin. I do know how to do a tablet-woven hem, though, and yours looks very nice.
This was a lovely video, and it is a beautiful hood.
The space between your warp threads when you're weaving is called the "shed"!
I've also been researching hoods for the past few months and have made 2 mock-ups so far. I haven't progressed to making the wool one yet, I'm not quite happy with my pattern thus far!
I admire you SO MUCH. I can’t think of words to do this justice. Just like, mind blowing. I can’t wait to try that button technique!
Another awesome project! Thanks for sharing (and I love that at some points you're wearing the skirt you made before :D)!
Hahahah I'm glad you noticed it! It was my favourite garment to wear this summer😊
OMGOSH that was amazing! I love the color of the wool!!! ~ every button was stellar! wow oh wow!
You are a real pro. This hood is absolutely beautiful! The video itself is beautifully made too!
the video is beautiful! the research, cinematography, b-roll, construction. one of the best videos i've seen in a long time! thank you for making it!
I am a guy and could not find hoods for reenactment, so I made my own. I have started making over sized hoods for winter wear because they are so very warm. Over size so that wool knit caps can go underneath.
Thank you for sharing this. My techniques are very similar to yours.
I love the music and nature cinematography in your videos! It is so lively to watch. Also, I’m trying to learn tablet weaving, but I keep getting confused. Good job on it!! The hood looks so nice!
I really appreciate how you explain a technique or history and then while you are sewing, you show us footage of you sewing or lovely scenery...it helps give me time to think about what you said and helps me sort of absorb the information you shared. So well done!!
I am impressed at your illustration of the weaving process
I absolutely loved this video! The VIBE of it is just glorious! So many gorgeous picturesque shots left me breathless. The heather shot at 28.17 has my heart!
Also I always enjoy seeing how you sew outside with the help of your wonderful pets.
And the amount of research and information you provided! Such great job! Thank you for sharing it and the process with us.
Such a lovely video. I very much liked this format, with the intro showing your research and then going into the project. The piecing on the gores added such lovely detail, as did the tablet weaving and the buttons. The pipes always make me smile...they are a little funny looking, but I assume originally served a useful purpose or else why would they waste precious time and resources on them? But I haven't seen a good explanation for them as a style choice.
And Christmas for the chickens was so delightful. I was happy to see them doing so well.
It's so lovely and that color is stunning! Those rows of tiny cloth buttons are so elegant and so quintessentially Medieval and I'm such a sucker for them.
Wow so beautiful! Terrific work! I loved seeing the passage of time, all your research & thought process. I think you are my favorite channel!
Wow! So much effort went into this video. There is a ton of information and the scenery is beautiful. I can see why you take months to post you can’t make a video like this once a week. I look forward to seeing your next videos. This is for all your videos I stumbled into your plant dyeing videos also very beautiful and informative.
this is so cool!! i always love seeing women recreate historical fashion and then include footage of goofing around and having fun in it at the end, it really helps to remind me that people who lived 700 years ago were still just people like us
I feel like it's one of the best video i've seen on youtube in years ! Thank you