How To Wear a Medieval Cloak

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  • I love cloaks, and so should you! They're super versatile garments and essential kit for the survivalist, the Viking, and the adventurer! But how do you wear them? How do you make them? How do penannular brooches work? What's that funny smell in the bathroom? Find the answers to these questions and more in this week's video!
    Cloaks are amazing. Wizards wear cloaks. Vikings wore cloaks. I wear a cloak. Does Cloakzy wear a cloak? He should! Everyone should! #bringbackcloaks
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  • @CIA-M
    @CIA-M 3 ปีที่แล้ว +805

    Cloaks and hoods need to be reintroduced into modern streetwear. It's so comfy and useful

    • @madsrasmussen5536
      @madsrasmussen5536 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      I sooo agree mate!

    • @beatrizperola7646
      @beatrizperola7646 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      I made one last year to frolic around some day because i was so obsessed with them!

    • @cheerful_something_something
      @cheerful_something_something 3 ปีที่แล้ว +64

      Yes! if enough of us do it the general public will just have to accept that it's a thing now.

    • @TheWelshViking
      @TheWelshViking  3 ปีที่แล้ว +126

      Agreed. Let's all wear one tomorrow and start the trend!

    • @RandomAFP
      @RandomAFP 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@TheWelshViking I've got a sort of scottish widows affair i bought in Edinburgh because it was raining...

  • @Th3GreenMachine
    @Th3GreenMachine 3 ปีที่แล้ว +538

    I’ve never felt more dejected than when I realized I was one of “the cloakless of the world”

    • @eazy8579
      @eazy8579 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Make you my friend; just get a six foot blanket, throw it over your shoulder like jimmy said, and pin it in place;

    • @euansmith3699
      @euansmith3699 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      You could try getting yourself a Plymouth Cloak. That's a stout club collected from the woods. You then lay in wait for a passing Cloaked Person, and convince them to part with their comfy accessory.

    • @eazy8579
      @eazy8579 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@KurtFrederiksen It’s just a hi five from Thor

    • @MrEnaric
      @MrEnaric 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's not too late!

    • @realityhelix564
      @realityhelix564 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I too, am cloakless. But I have some scarves and shrugs that the brooches work for.

  • @grayfox1748
    @grayfox1748 3 ปีที่แล้ว +226

    How to wear a cloak:
    1-put it over your shoulders
    2-pin it
    3-enjoy how amazing you look

  • @laulutar
    @laulutar 3 ปีที่แล้ว +167

    My inner linguist definitely understands the joy linked to being able to say "I've read the original, and a few different translations to boot, so how hard do you want me to school you?" :D

  • @dianaruman8723
    @dianaruman8723 3 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    Even as small children, we wrap towels and blankets around ourselves to simulate princess dresses, togas, and super hero capes. Clearly, this is part of our DNA. #bringbackcloaks

    • @mjpinto8380
      @mjpinto8380 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      true dat

  • @catskully
    @catskully 3 ปีที่แล้ว +145

    I've been saying we should bring back cloaks for years, I'm so glad everyone here seems to agree haha. I think one of my favorite advantages is that they're so damned easy to clean, whereas a coat is a whole ordeal. Fantastic work, as always

    • @ZZubZZero
      @ZZubZZero 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      And have you? What's stopping you from bringing it back yourself?

  • @SnappyDragon
    @SnappyDragon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +122

    "Miss the ferry and have to sleep in your Viking Car" . . . I bet this has *never, ever* happened to you. Not once.

    • @TheWelshViking
      @TheWelshViking  3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      Who, me? Have to sleep dressed like a Viking because he missed the boat and woke up snoring with a seagull on his roof? Never!

    • @SnappyDragon
      @SnappyDragon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@TheWelshViking but was it a Viking seagull?

    • @kitdubhran2968
      @kitdubhran2968 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@SnappyDragon it was a Viking car. So it was probably a Viking seagull riding it. I mean. Probably.

    • @SnappyDragon
      @SnappyDragon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      @@kitdubhran2968 😂😂😂 I need someone to draw the Fearsome Viking Seagull riding a car into battle, STAT.

    • @lucie4185
      @lucie4185 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @@SnappyDragon this is a false question. All Seagulls are Viking Seagulls. Homesteading Seagulls don't exist.

  • @elizabethmcglothlin5406
    @elizabethmcglothlin5406 3 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    Penannular brooches, the safely pin or the ancient world! You are always a treat!

  • @TheSaneHatter
    @TheSaneHatter 3 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    So, to summarize:
    Step 1: Do the Cloakey-Fokey.
    Step 2: Turn yourself around.
    And that, good sir, is what it is all about.

    • @GaraksApprentice
      @GaraksApprentice 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I'm scandalised by the lack of likes on this comment.

    • @hoop6988
      @hoop6988 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@GaraksApprentice same

  • @cheerful_something_something
    @cheerful_something_something 3 ปีที่แล้ว +152

    So, I'm voting blanket cloaks for post-pandemic fashion.
    We should all be cosy and comfortable under our fabric defenses.
    Definitely want to swoop about my flat in a cloak today given it snowed this morning, the cheek of the weather to snow in April!

    • @TheWelshViking
      @TheWelshViking  3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Yaaaas it's such a boss walk when you pass people struggling with umbrellas and hoodless coats!

    • @ah5721
      @ah5721 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Just make sure its wool so its rain proof!

    • @AstheCrowTries
      @AstheCrowTries 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Let's be honest, I'm wearing a blanket cloak right now....

    • @Belemonguin
      @Belemonguin 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      My friend, who got me into LARP, has several cloaks at home. He gives them to his guests as blankets if they get cold.

    • @cheerful_something_something
      @cheerful_something_something 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That is fantastic :)

  • @FrenchTheLlamaFTL
    @FrenchTheLlamaFTL 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    I spent this past winter just wearing shawls. I wore my modern winter coat just once to dig my car out of the snow. I was so much warmer layering up and pinning some wool shawls over a couple layers of cardigans

    • @ladykarolyn1
      @ladykarolyn1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I did a similar thing! I have a wool sweater-jacket, and I crocheted a wool cloak and a wool chaperon-ish thing. I arranged those layers however I needed to for the whole winter. Hardly touched my coat all winter.

    • @cheshire4856
      @cheshire4856 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wait, you have snow? Enough to shovel? WOW!

  • @dominicbeese-raybould8480
    @dominicbeese-raybould8480 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Definetly a member of the bring back cloaks brigade, they’re just better, try swishing a raincoat with elf-like grace, can’t be done.

  • @MojoShoujo
    @MojoShoujo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Here's been my day: Came across someone mentioning your channel on tumblr. Heard you mention tablet-woven trim in this video. Thought 'what's that? sounds neat'. Spent 7 hours figuring out tablet weaving and setting up a diy loom while watching through a third of your video catalog.
    Now I'm learning how to tablet weave! Doubt I'll live up to the legendary Barbara on the first try, but who knows?

    • @TheWelshViking
      @TheWelshViking  3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      MAGNIFICENT! You have won the internet this day! :D Good luck with weaving!

  • @Entiox
    @Entiox 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I miss my wool cloak. I only had for a few months when I let a young lady who wasn't feeling well borrow it at an event. The next day she ended up having to leave the event and to go to the hospital and I never saw her, or my cloak again.

    • @TheWelshViking
      @TheWelshViking  3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      A fine and noble doom for any cloak. Proud of you for doing that.

    • @TheWelshViking
      @TheWelshViking  3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      But also give the kit you borrow back before leaving an event obvs

  • @shawnagoddard4999
    @shawnagoddard4999 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    I agree. Cloaks and capes should come back. I'm nearing the end of the American Duchess cape and I can't wait to rock it.

  • @tammievawter9477
    @tammievawter9477 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    charity shops are never to be missed! So often have found legitimate wool blankets discarded into the charity system. You can also look online for used military blankets, wool and cheaper than new, and for most people-we weren't the rich folk, so tears and such lead to a certain level of verisimilitude.

  • @Evaleastaristev
    @Evaleastaristev 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    The sheer number of woolen bed sheets that are worn as cloaks with the broaches holding them up that I see at events here in the Pacific Northwest of the USA is amazing. Such useful things! And like, $3 at the thrift shop! Cloaks are easy!

    • @the13thfirefly94
      @the13thfirefly94 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      OMG. I am so gonna raid thrift stores now. 👀 Good way of getting wool at a low cost

    • @Evaleastaristev
      @Evaleastaristev 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      It really is! It's a great way to get almost any fabric for lower cost! Those green Army blankets make for great cheaper cloaks, as well!

    • @felis1977
      @felis1977 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@Evaleastaristev Army surplus wool blankets are great. They were made for the troops so they are thick and robust.

  • @joejoelesh1197
    @joejoelesh1197 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    @06:55 we call it a 5K here in the states too. It is one of the few dirty metric measurements we commonly know.

    • @patriciakellyadams134
      @patriciakellyadams134 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      American's are sooooo stubborn about learning the metric system..... lol... including me.

  • @piccalillipit9211
    @piccalillipit9211 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    *CLOAKS ARE AMAZING* I bought a "Loden Cloak" at a second-hand shop for a laugh. Just to mess about in. IT IS MY GO TO OUTERWEAR..!!!
    I now have three. They are super warm, super quick to put on, waterproof, quiet, comfortable - there is a reason they were popular for 1000 years.

  • @jodymorgan2805
    @jodymorgan2805 3 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    Cloaks are vastly superior to coats. Let's bring em back into fashion!

    • @Amy_the_Lizard
      @Amy_the_Lizard 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      As a coat collector, I say why not wear both?

    • @matj12
      @matj12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I as a cloak enjoyer disagree. Cloaks have much fabric and cover arms, so wearing them in crowded places like public transport or when arms need to be free like wearing a backpack or a seatbelt is inconvenient. They are sometimes superior but much less convenient in modern cities, which disqualifies them from vast superiority over coats IMO.

  • @heichelb
    @heichelb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    American fact (since you used miles) - Runs are one of those rare thing where it is common in the states to use kilometers. (Specifically 5k and 10k runs being common)

    • @TheWelshViking
      @TheWelshViking  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Good to know, thanks!

    • @jonesnori
      @jonesnori 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@nartyteek We buy our soda in liters, too, though it will probably also have fluid ounces marked on it. And things marked in imperial will have metric on there, too. I suppose liters took over for soda because they are so similar to quarts.

    • @Heather-xm9ul
      @Heather-xm9ul 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Another random fact about Americans and the metric system: Jefferson was one of the developers of the standardized system. Then he got back and Americans basically said "we're not doing it if the Europeans are doing it! They're yucky!" So then we ended up with the super random amalgam of inches, miles and whatever is going on with our various ounces.

  • @breec
    @breec 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    My dad just dropped off a green wool blanket (marked in sharpie on one side USMC) sooooo now I think I know what I'm gunna do with that! Right after I give it a gentle cleaning. I'm not sure where he found it, but it has a stench and it a bit gritty. I need to make/get me a brooch

    • @dianesawyerdooley4424
      @dianesawyerdooley4424 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      They're all over Etsy, in varying styles and price points. :-D

    • @roseszalay2869
      @roseszalay2869 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Add white vinegar to your machine to help the smell 😊

  • @tdorn20000
    @tdorn20000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    But....you can't have a viking car, it has a horn!

    • @TheWelshViking
      @TheWelshViking  3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Blowing horns are allowed ;)

    • @johannageisel5390
      @johannageisel5390 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@TheWelshViking
      Helmet horn *X*
      Drinking horn *X*
      Blowing horn *✓*

  • @roxiepoe9586
    @roxiepoe9586 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Research suggestion: The connection between the Viking cloak and the Security blanket. (I don't know what a security blanket is called in the UK. It is a blanket which a child requires in order to feel secure/sleep. I have known college students who had their childhood security blankets incorporated into quilts to make it possible to keep the 'blankie' and not take guff from peers.)

    • @sisuguillam5109
      @sisuguillam5109 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      In Germany it's the Kuscheldecke (snugggle blanket), Schnuffeldecke (snuffel blanket) or Schmusedecke (cuddle or smoosh blanket)... and I love that.

    • @Amy_the_Lizard
      @Amy_the_Lizard 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I just wear mine around my neck, or use it to tie my hair out of my face while doing homework. In my experience just staring very pointedly at someone with a completely blank expression for until they go away is a good method for dealing with people who try to laugh at you about it. Or throwing a wad of wet wipes at them if they're really annoying (germophobe secret technique)

  • @mariefreese4987
    @mariefreese4987 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Way to support Stonewall! Excellent work and lots of luck to you! Also I really appreciate the broach tutorial.

  • @Boleniana
    @Boleniana 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I never even knew that penannular brooches were a THING, that's so cool! Such a simple concept and construction too, for such FUNCTION.

  • @PrettyShepherd
    @PrettyShepherd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Oh my!! Just the thumbnail had me laughing so hard! 😆 Always top notch! ✨👌🏻✨

  • @canucknancy4257
    @canucknancy4257 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Every adventurer should have a cloak (even if the only quest you go on is to find apples at the local grocery). Thanks for the tips and best of luck with your new fundraising goal. It was going like gangbusters already today. Take care.

  • @debesgod1403
    @debesgod1403 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Another way to create a hood in your cloak for later is to layer the fabric like shown, but layering it to the outside (if that makes sense). The extra flap then becomes your hood.

    • @l.m.2404
      @l.m.2404 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Ingenious ! Thank you for that tip.

  • @ladyjusticesusan
    @ladyjusticesusan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I love how you made cloak wearing simple and straightforward. I always thought it was much more complicated. Thank you!!!!!

    • @TheWelshViking
      @TheWelshViking  3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Happy to help! They're legitimate garments, but they're simple and easy to use. Otherwise they wouldn't have been daily wear for 3000 years!

  • @catzkeet4860
    @catzkeet4860 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    i make little sterling silver penannular brooches just like your little one (its pretty much THE basic functional shape) for use as shawl pins. for that, they have blunt pins....for fabric the pin needs to be sharpened more. I will NEVER cease to wonder at the ingenious, simple yet sophisticated design of penannular brooches.....so simple at face value, so bloody clever!

  • @mountainmolly2726
    @mountainmolly2726 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Thank you so much for this! Having never seen one of those brooches in person, and having the spatial sense of a bag of bricks, I could never figure out how they worked. Now that I see the pin moves around the ring, they make complete sense. Also, thanks for choosing such a great charity to run for. Donation is on the way!

    • @anna_in_aotearoa3166
      @anna_in_aotearoa3166 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same!! I had no idea the ring bit actually REVOLVES! Mind. blown. 🤯 The long spikes on some of them do still look so incredibly sharp and extended that they'd seem to run a risk of carotid-jabbing their wearer to death, but I guess like anything there's probably just a certain technique to wearing it...?

  • @rocketterrier
    @rocketterrier 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    i've always wanted to skip through the woods like a little elf!

  • @AnnoyedKitten
    @AnnoyedKitten 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    You forgot the very important step with a square cloak! When you stop what you are doing and pretend to be a superhero for a couple of seconds. Or, is that just me?
    Well, you should, because you, good sir, is a real hero to support Stonewall. 💗🧡💛💚💙💜

  • @gilltaber2187
    @gilltaber2187 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I am cloakless.... but not for long *eyes pile of green fabric in the corner* Another great video and I wish you and your ankles all the best on your charity dodah ;)

  • @historiansrevolt4333
    @historiansrevolt4333 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I am on the bring cloaks back train. Any piece of clothing that can double as a blanket is good on my book. :)

    • @sisuguillam5109
      @sisuguillam5109 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      And cloaks are instant shopping bags!

    • @ah5721
      @ah5721 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Kilts are good blankets too

  • @harperwalsh9041
    @harperwalsh9041 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Yes, a multi purpose garment tutorial!!!

  • @tetchedistress
    @tetchedistress 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Pile weaving sounds like thrumming. A knitting technique where you weave in roving as you knit. Can also be done with nahlbinding I am pretty sure.
    Thank you for another lovely video.

  • @DawnOldham
    @DawnOldham 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    If I lived in a climate that called for a cloak, I would 100% wear one! Yours is a great color and really does look comfy!

  • @andreamckay355
    @andreamckay355 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I truly enjoy it when you do these videos! It's one thing to see pictures but to actually see the garments worn in real life is very cool! I can appreciate the work that goes into making these videos. Thank you so much.

    • @TheWelshViking
      @TheWelshViking  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you too, Andrea, for taking the time to say such lovely things about my videos :) I'm so pleased you like them

  • @chrisball3778
    @chrisball3778 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I love seeing bits of Edinburgh in these videos. I have family there and go quite often, but obviously the pandemic's put a stop to that. Such a beautiful city, and the Hermitage of Braid is such a lovely little spot. My girlfriend used to go to illegal raves at the quarry there years ago.

  • @jennifercourtemanche9793
    @jennifercourtemanche9793 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Another reason to learn more weaving! Seems like a great use of spring shearing Icelandic wool - the tog seems tailor made for pile weaving.

  • @Imikiko
    @Imikiko 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Helloo, I just wanted to say thanks for all the info/content!

    • @TheWelshViking
      @TheWelshViking  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Well thank you right back for taking the time, Jennifer! :)

  • @Omnipastel
    @Omnipastel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    your content owns. I have adhd and the way that you format/edit your videos makes it really easy for me to focus on, whereas most history content can be long and boring. Thank you for making it more accessible!

  • @kahn04
    @kahn04 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love my dragon-head pin from Hedeby, though a cloak of any sort is a challenge when you have to use crutches as I do (cue me parking myself by the fire for the entirety of an event). I always heard that the “bedroll” cloak is an interpretation based on various types of pin being found in graves round about the hip, unfortunately I don’t have a source, it was frowned upon by my group so I just never did it. A coat seems more likely though.

    • @TheWelshViking
      @TheWelshViking  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah, we have some Scandi inhumations with pins around the hips (more on the thigh), but the general thought now is they were for coats, I believe

    • @kahn04
      @kahn04 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TheWelshViking that’s the thinking for my group’s authenticity rules. Though I gotta say the impressions that have a cloak being worn kinda “musketeers” style (pinned under the arm but left flowy) does look pretty badass to me.

  • @TheGPFilmMaker
    @TheGPFilmMaker 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    You know...I didn't know I needed this video. But this was 100% the highlight of my day. Thank you for making it! I have what I refer to as a "blanket cape" that is really a rectangular cloak and it is my FAVORITE

  • @Faoiltierna
    @Faoiltierna 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Random Cloak Day! Yay!
    But...perhaps the bedroll look was the medieval version of wearing your jacket tied around your waist by the sleeves? *grin*

  • @tsangarisjohn
    @tsangarisjohn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Cloaks need to make a return!

  • @northerlyartemis
    @northerlyartemis 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    ‘Careful, you have bad ankles!’😂 I can relate! And cloaks definitely need to come back into fashion. I have a green wool one that I made as one of my first attempts at sewing and it is sooo warm and cosy!
    Seriously, depression has been kicking my ass lately and binge-watching your videos has really helped. Thank you so much Jimmy. Love the channel!

  • @fionacreates
    @fionacreates 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Must admit, I do love a woolen shawl for many of the cloaky positives here!

  • @susanrobertson984
    @susanrobertson984 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love cloaks. I don’t have a medieval one. I made one from a vampire Halloween costume pattern and lined it in wool. Love it. I added pockets on the inside because even a cloak should have pockets. 😁

  • @noexpensespentstudios
    @noexpensespentstudios 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I wonder if pinning the cloak on the shoulder is a comfort thing. Having worn more modern (mid-19th Century style) cloaks with a centre front fastening, they have a habit of pulling back and trying to choke you, just with the weight of fabric, that wouldn't really be an issue with a shoulder pin.

    • @lordofuzkulak8308
      @lordofuzkulak8308 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I imagine it’d be a practicality thing - keeping your weapon arm free in case you need to draw a weapon and fight at short notice, and if the cloak is thick enough fabric, having the slack bundled in your other arm would possibly serve as added protection (no substitute for actual armour but should offer some protection in the same manner as padded/quilted armour ala a gambeson).

    • @noexpensespentstudios
      @noexpensespentstudios 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@lordofuzkulak8308 Having the fabric around your arm as protection like that would be good for brambling too, and then you can use the cloak to carry the brambles home. Cloaks, is there anything they can't do?

  • @rinajoy9284
    @rinajoy9284 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    #bringbackthecloak! And I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the representation! Too many Coastubers have perfect nails. Thank you for representing our chipped nail friends 🥰💅

  • @cartoonkitteh
    @cartoonkitteh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    The cloak looks lovely! I too want one.
    Edit: love the wear and tear on the nail polish! Mine looks like that more often than it looks neat

    • @TheWelshViking
      @TheWelshViking  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Same. It's pristine for a day!

  • @emmedina881
    @emmedina881 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Cloakless guy here wants to help being it back! Thank you for that knowledge, I really appreciate it!

  • @DracDrakens
    @DracDrakens 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    'BRING CLOAKS BACK!" I live in Texas, not likely, lol. Great video, love the almost conversation like feel. Good job, and thank you.

  • @madsrasmussen5536
    @madsrasmussen5536 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Yooo what is the chance?! I’m doing embroidery on my first ever cloak! (I’m gonna show you Jim on Instagram :) ) and I have been wondering how to wear the perfect wayyy! Thank you ! You really can read my mind! Splendid video idea!

  • @isabelperry4097
    @isabelperry4097 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Excellent video! I have two modern cloaks and intend to make more. Clearly I need to add a green wool one. ^_^
    Could you also eventually show us how to use one of those closed round pins? Annular or whatever? They thoroughly baffle me, especially the ones with the supremely long needles.

  • @asilverfoxintasmania9940
    @asilverfoxintasmania9940 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have a really large half circle cloak that I tend to just throw over one shoulder, but then I do 15/16th C stuff. I love that it doubles as a blanket! Between mine and my husbands it gives us two extra blankets on the bed when we are camping at reenactment events. As much as I love my cloak it isn't so great when trying to keep warm and do tings that you need your hands out for though, so I think that is why they slowly become coats and jackets over time.

  • @Coderre_Farms
    @Coderre_Farms 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I just recently got a nice rectangular wool cloak and iron fibula as an early birthday present, searched for how to actually wear the thing, and your video was the top result. Thanks for helping keep historical clothing practices alive for those of us starting out.

  • @ellennordal5859
    @ellennordal5859 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Jimmie have you ever had problems with the brooch ripping or damaging the fabric? It seems like a 6x6 piece of wool fabric would be fairly heavy. I imagine a slightly felted fabric would resist damage from the pins better. Also, tarnished metals will wipe off on the fabric. Do you know which type of metals would be less likely to do so? (maybe it’s best to pick a dark fabric!) 😃

    • @joejoelesh1197
      @joejoelesh1197 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I 🤔 no the way a penannular brooch pin pushes between the weave of the fabric combined with it being thicker than a modern pin helps distribute the weight more and lessen tear through.

    • @TheWelshViking
      @TheWelshViking  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Not especially. A little warping perhaps, but generally they do a good job of not damaging the cloth. The beauty of wool is its ability to spring back a little with manipulation as well, if you need it to.

    • @ah5721
      @ah5721 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I have a Penarcular broach on light weight fabrics such as cottons that leaves holes. In my wool coats it does not.

  • @ReenactmentScotland
    @ReenactmentScotland 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Looking forward to running with you 😀 I wear my cloak in a different way though as it really is blanket sized, it's hard to explain in words but I pin the bottom corners back up to the shoulder point and it gives me multiple ways to wear it without unpining, the folk I have shown it to have really liked it, it gives me the opportunity to have big pockets hold heat in and stuff as well as giving me all the ruffled folds you see in artwork.

  • @FitnessComedyParodyMEMECentral
    @FitnessComedyParodyMEMECentral ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I listen to your videos while I work at the computer, interesting historical stuff, thanks!

  • @AranelEruvyreth
    @AranelEruvyreth 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You know, I've been viewing making a cloak as this annoying process when it comes to sewing but you've made me realize that I could just literally use a square of cloth. It's so much simpler and you look so comfortable. I'll probably take a leaf out of your book and get some wool and a pin.

  • @TitusGalliusMontanus
    @TitusGalliusMontanus 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am an Ancient Roman reenactor (a civilian): despite the slightly different shapes in the cloaks (ok, not so slightly... but the rectangular cloak is the same and we too used Penannular brooches) I can confirm to you that the cloak is one of the most wonderful and comfortable wearing among those that - unfortunally - aren't used anymore.
    I personally tested during a lot of days of heavy rain and cold and the biggest test has been one day I had to reenact the foundation of a city for a documentary. There were -6°C, I was with bare legs, wearing only one tunic (And we had to pretend it was Spring) and 98% of humidity.
    All of us survived pretty well. Cloak works freaking well!
    And, said in latin... Sagum retrorsum fer!

  • @Tipi_Dan
    @Tipi_Dan 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I made my first cloak out of a dark green woolen blanket in 1972. I believe wraps of all kinds are the wave of the future, but more immediately anticipate the return the tunic, cloak, and trousers--- and not only for men's wear this time. I do things a little bit differently. There is one transitional form you did not mention: the rounded rectangular cloak. The best is to have a wide bolt or long blanket--- enough to fold it over for a secondary shoulder cape. This is particularly striking if working with a fringed blanket. The more so for me: cut dags, long and triangular, rolled and hand hemmed. A rounded doubled, dagged cloak is versital and hangs best; but is so best suited for medium-weight or dressier fabrics. I am left handed so the disk brooch set upon the left shoulder, then hanging front thrown back to double upon the right shoulder, and hanging behind. Once situated it is pinned up with a miniature penannular like as you presented. For an outer cloak (more material, more warmth) I use a semi-circular piece of neutral gray material I got in one piece. It was from a 100 inch bolt or something so I didn't need to piece it out: one piece cloak to lower mid-calf, one shoulder cape to elbow; dagged; semi-circular neck cut-out big enough to accommodate the asymmetrical cloak design.

  • @ala5530
    @ala5530 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Penannular brooches. As an Anglo-Norman re-enactor, I'm jealous (by the mid-to-late c12th, they've pretty much been ousted by annular brooches, which are objectively worse). Doesn't stop me from owning and using several penannulars for everyday wear (I need several- I'm currently assembling my 6th cloak, this time one lined in linen), I just have to use an annular at shows.

  • @bunhelsingslegacy3549
    @bunhelsingslegacy3549 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    We did fundraiser walks in our full plate armour, took us an hour. Good luck on yours!

  • @nyella
    @nyella 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love that you're doing the charity march! How can you be so cool???

  • @alexcrompton1937
    @alexcrompton1937 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Managed to get through the last 10 years of SCA without a cloak or hood, got one I lockdown so thanks for this so I don't look like a fool flailing under a blanket when we get back out XD

  • @Lyra_of_Spinning_Winds
    @Lyra_of_Spinning_Winds 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    😬 the cloakless
    Crap I need to make a new cloak 😂

  • @beth7935
    @beth7935 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow! Your garb is AMAZING, I love it, & it was so cool to see you wearing it! :) I was really struck by the effect of it being wool- I get what you meant about it hanging properly, it just kinda looks right. And ofc, what you WOULD wear in Vikingy weather... not a leather vest ;) Also, I thought leaving my penannular brooch in my cloak forever was terrible laziness, & I DIED laughing when you said you do it :D (You'd cry in horror at most of my old SCA garb, lol, but I do have a proper woolen cloak & brooch)

  • @khaxjc1
    @khaxjc1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for this. It was fun, funny, and the scenery was lovely.

  • @lynn858
    @lynn858 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    🖤🤎❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
    Thank you !

  • @SmartStart24
    @SmartStart24 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Aw this reminds me of when my nieces and nephews were little I would take my scarf and make little cloaks for them and use a Bobby pin to hold it. They were so cute 🥲 It looks like I sort of had the right idea with the styling and pinning!
    Your editing is so funny btw, it speaks to my ADHD 😂

  • @TheTsarsTailor1910
    @TheTsarsTailor1910 ปีที่แล้ว

    I keep coming back to watch your videos- also that run for charity in chain mail is on the same day as my birthday! Keep up the lovey work! You’ve helped me get more into sewing historical garments!

  • @rachelboersma-plug9482
    @rachelboersma-plug9482 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What happened to your dark orange cloak? This green is lovely, especially in this setting, and your elf dance gave me the laugh I needed this morning.

    • @TheWelshViking
      @TheWelshViking  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It's around, but my nice green one is a bit more versatile and foresty! Glad I helped brighten Monday for you Rachel! :D

  • @hillalilla
    @hillalilla 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The "bed roll" reminds me of baby slings. You tie a knot or pin the fabric on to the shoulder and put the baby in the fabric on your hip. Do you have any sources of how people carried their children in the viking age or medieval times? I know that many cultures carry on their back or hip in some kind of fabric. Would love to see a video about that.

  • @robintheparttimesewer6798
    @robintheparttimesewer6798 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Now I have to add a cloak to my list!! So very many things to make and so little time!

  • @janetmackinnon3411
    @janetmackinnon3411 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Always enjoy your vlogs Thank you.

  • @lorelay2882
    @lorelay2882 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Totally needed the brooch 101 part of the video 😆 thanks !

  • @the13thfirefly94
    @the13thfirefly94 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I can't believe you're at 17k already!! I remember when you had 300!!! Doing great, Jimmy!

  • @shadowstone13
    @shadowstone13 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    as a cloakless who is trying to make accurate clothing on characters I am designing, I appreciate this, thank you!!!

  • @Wirrn
    @Wirrn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As I was taught it as far as the Romans were concerned a cloak being pinned at the right shoulder, as opposed to being pinned at the centre was *specifically* a sign that you were a soldier (Or a former soldier). I have suspicions it had something to do with the gladius being worn on the right, as it keeps your right hand free, though I vaguely recall its something they allegedly picked up from the celts.
    Fast forward to medieval period and my research (ten minutes on google images :P ) shows it 50/50 whether the cloak seems to be pinned at the shoulder or pinned at the centre, the way a lot of people today seem to think of cloaks.
    The advantage of pinning in the centre I assume is symmetry and having both hands equally free, pining at the side can (depending on cloak size) leave your left arm completely covered. But its warmer at the front (and in general traps heat better), your right arm is *more* free (or you can tuck it under), and its more comfortable at the neck and wont pull at your throat.
    These pictures shows both:
    www.facsimilefinder.com/articles/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Bayeux_Tapestry_scene23_Harold_oath_William-1-e1500365664692.jpg
    www.angelfire.com/rnb/bayeux_tapestry/c1BT7.jpg
    As far as I'm aware post roman there isn't any significance to which way you wear it

  • @victoriaevelyn3953
    @victoriaevelyn3953 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    how handy i was thinking about making my own cloak today thank you

  • @catherinerw1
    @catherinerw1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A few years ago Boden tried to bring back the cloak... I have a couple (long rectangle with a slit up one short side to the middle, made of good wool). Yes they look like you’re wearing a picnic blanket! But so warm and comfy, best things ever for long-haul flying. My cats also love them.
    P.S. I do almost no long-haul flying... this was a work trip to Houston in January several years ago.
    PPS yes I wore my cloak today, as Edinburgh tried to snow. In April.

  • @SirFrederick
    @SirFrederick 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I think I have 7 cloaks might be more hanging around the house.

  • @janisi9262
    @janisi9262 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Oh. It's a medieval safety pin. I like it.

  • @maryegarcia2432
    @maryegarcia2432 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved your tutorial!

  • @treevetales170
    @treevetales170 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I have a hand woven clock on it's way to Australia from Russia. I am tracking it and it's currently in the United Arab Emirates lol.

    • @gwelwynn
      @gwelwynn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      *stares in Suez boat*

    • @cesarb3431
      @cesarb3431 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      where’d you get it from?

    • @treevetales170
      @treevetales170 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@cesarb3431 Old Craft Workshop they sell via Facebook. Also check Historical Textiles on Etsy, I ordered another one for my daughter from them today.

  • @PersonalZombie
    @PersonalZombie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The bedroll style cloak looks a lot to me like how people tie jackets around their necks or waists when it gets too hot to wear them normally. That's just a wild guess though

  • @evabellmann8880
    @evabellmann8880 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    And If you happen to be a person wearing a Hängerock with a pair of nice big broaches, you got at least one great extra way of wearing your cloak: if it is rectangular, fold the shorter side at 50ish cm from the top, wrap the fold line around your shoulders, fasten the left end of the foldline in your right broach and the right end of your cloak in your left broach. You will instantly look like one of the valykrie-figurines, your neck is warm and cozy, you have your shoulders and back covered and your hans free. And the bit you folded over can be folded up again as a hood. I really love that look

  • @danielamaus
    @danielamaus ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I made a full circle cloak with a hood years ago, outer layer pure wool, lining with (modern, soft, comfy) fleece, as my skin gets irritated too fast by wool. I know the lining is not period at all, but I don't care as I don't claim it's authentic. I have worn it many winters as a regular cloak, it kept me warm and dry. Just pulled it out of the closet a few weeks ago for a steampunk festival, as it even fits in that "time" and, more important, over my (somewhat) victorian (inspired) dress with its huge skirt.

  • @charleston1789
    @charleston1789 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the narrated nature documentary footage of you in the wild, scampering majestically

  • @sharpduds
    @sharpduds 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Actively doing research for bringing cloaks and capes back

  • @TheCorgiWoman
    @TheCorgiWoman 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for this video since I'm planning to weave one soon out of wool. Already have my pinnanular brooch to pin up my cloak.

  • @foxxielane2196
    @foxxielane2196 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    IDK but when I saw you fidgeting the cloak around, the image of Igglepiggle with his red blanket flashed unto my mind. So adorable.

  • @MasterFlotolk
    @MasterFlotolk ปีที่แล้ว

    I reference this video all the time. Thanks!

  • @steliossam8957
    @steliossam8957 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Olive green is my favourite color, also cloak in greek is μανδύας

  • @Mermedon24
    @Mermedon24 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Remember I reading in book, as old saxon complain that after norman came, long cloak that you can wrap around you in a cold replaced by short useless cloak.

    • @TheWelshViking
      @TheWelshViking  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Not that I’m aware of…